My watch connects to a foot pod and a HR monitor. This is the worst. Id have to doublecheck if GCT Balance is covered under both, but either way, I also cant imagine how many people actually look at that metric. I use a HRM-Dual with my edge 530. If I am wrong please show how to use HRM PRO as pace/distance. 2. Cross Country (XC) Skiing Power Support as of October 2020, only available in the HRM-PRO/HRM-PRO Plus For experienced runners, these are the sort of things that will help you check how well-put-together your form is, along with how well you maintain it throughout your run. However, like I and probably some other people have found is that when doing walk / run intervals, or similar type workouts, normalized power is useful for running too. With Garmin HRMs I used to have to replace straps about once a year (usually because the elastic failed), so Im not a fan of the integrated models as it makes the HRM itself a disposable item, whereas previously the HRMs themselves would last me several years. Available now, the HRM-Pro has a suggested retail price of $129.99. For example, in the below screenshots, all the data from 4PM is from the straps, not my watch (which I had disabled connectivity on). There will soon be watch bundles offered with the Garmin HRM-PRO Plus straps instead of HRM-PRO. Is there a way in the uploaded activity to know how it was connected? Seems like the only benefit would be the HR data from the HRM series, but I would imagine that the lower torso dynamics pod pro would give better data when it comes to foot standing usage (time on each foot used). Garmin HRM-Pro Plus Premium Heart Rate Strap & Running Dynamics. It displays the vertical motion of your torso, measured in centimeters. I cant here with F945. That makes 13 of us! Thats because Garmin sends extra data via ANT+ that it doesnt via Bluetooth Smart (in part because the standards exist on ANT+ that dont exist on Bluetooth Smart). (We clean them after each use (mostly running, some biking)). I have an Epix watch and a new HRM pro+. So, off to test I went using the outdoor calibration factors, and then once done (dont worry, well talk data in a second), it asked me to calibrate to the treadmill displayed data, which, I did for both the HRM-PRO Plus connected watch, as well as the FR255 wrist-based one. So for example, every one of my runs in the last few months has been FR955 on left wrist, FR255 on right wrist (assuming both watches are coming along). 4. Well, itd be pretty hard to discern much meaningful difference between Stryd and the Garmin indoor running algorithm on the HRM-PRO or HRM-PRO Plus. (if I configure my data field, of course)? Required fields are marked.If you would like a profile picture, simply register at Gravatar, which works here on DCR and across the web. TechnoGym MyRun Treadmill connected to Zwift. This is something I wished from Coros but never happened (for example adding support for a simple old run pod just to get speed and distance for running indoor power), you still need a Stryd to get power indoors. At first I just assumed it was accurate, but when I changed from running in only minimalistic zero-drop shoes to higher stacks with drop I suddenly realized that I got significantly different readings for pace and distance depending on which shoes I were running in on a given day. Compare that to the yellow HRM-PRO strap which requires access with a small screwdriver, tools, and ensuring you re-seat the o-ring correctly (else, youll damage it and kill your strap); The HRM-PRO Plus has a water resistance of 5ATM, and an operating temp range of 14F-122F (-10C to 50C). As always, theres lots of questions on whether to buy a Garmin HRM-PRO or HRM-PRO Plus strap, or to buy the Polar or Wahoo variants, which are substantially cheaper. It displays a percentage. It was lit up on the FR255/955/etc series. Thanks Ray, I appreciate you taking time to answer. However, if you dont want it to use that data (you want to manually calibrate only), you can do that too. Personally, I dont find much value there at this point. Does the HRM Pro and the RD Pod produce the same data? I have a 955, and Im looking to take advantage of its running power feature (and the other running dynamic features to a lesser extent). Hey Great review. Smaller-sized multisport GPS watch with wrist-based heart rate. Still, with the ability to connect to multiple devices via Bluetooth and ANT+, capture insights into your running form, and store workout data to its internal memory, the Garmin HRM-Pro is about as exciting as they come. $94.53 $ 94. Would it make any difference if the strap is connected to the watch in either case? For example, say youre primarily using the HR strap for cycling with an Edge unit. Price remains the same at $129USD. Of course, if youre lucky enough to live next to a lake or beach this isnt going to be such a problem. I have used it 3 times and in two of the runs the running dynamics stopped recording after manually pausing at an intersection and were not recorded for the next 30 minutes to an hour of running. The reviews generally take a lot of hours to put together, so its a fair bit of work (and labor of love). Check out the brand new fnix 6 Series. Anybody found if it does it? I do have Garmin Epix that i use on my sleeve but its freezing cold to have my apple watch on my skin and open for GPS hehehe And yes i run with two watches AW Ultra and Garmin Epix 2, I can confirm that switching off wrist detection will do the trick. No soap, just rinse it in the running water and hang it up over the top of the shower head rail/bracket to dry. So Id like to connect via BT to only get the heart rate until there is a proper solution to avoid the current mess. Free shipping. When using the strap (or any non-GPS way of measuring) for pace data, does Garmin still refuse to use that data for calculating VO2 Max? Im all over the map. The presumption here is thats mostly in sport-use when started by a Garmin watch, but it doesnt have to be. Now, this was not my first Garmin HRM strap. In short, if it aint broke dont fix it. Sorry, just finally sitting down and catching up after a long day at Eurobike on the show floor. Heres the planned structure: For this test, I had the following units configured to measure pace/distance: Garmin Forerunner 955 with the HRM-PRO Plus (fully outdoor calibrated) on left wrist Speaking of more triathlete type stuff, the Polar H10 doesn't support any sort of Running Dynamics or broadcasting of pace/cadence/etc to watches (as the Wahoo TICKR X & Garmin HRM-PRO/TRI do). If you are using the HRM-Pro accessory, pair it with your epix device using ANT+ technology, rather than Bluetooth technology. I got it to work. Simply remove the heart rate module, and it's washable, too. Once paired, there really isnt much to tweak in the settings (devices area) aside from your user information, as basically everything it does is in the background. 3. Albeit, honestly, youll be missing a fair bit of useful data in a trail run sense, but hey, you will get a nice big fat HR file. And I suppose if youre one of 12 people that have used Garmins XC Skiing Power feature, that too only works on the Garmin straps. You want the ultimate in multisport performance with a smaller size and a smaller price tag. Garmin 010-12883-00 HRM-Dual Heart Rate Monitor, Black. My son has to change strings every other week or else theyll become corroded and unplayable while I can get away with months before the strings just start to loose their tone and still look almost new. But yes, theres two settings one for pace, and one for distance. 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Whats the typical longevity of these Garmin chest straps? Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Garmin HRM - Tri Heart Rate Monitor Strap, Chest Strap - Black/Blue Ant+ at the best online prices at eBay! Some forum posts suggest disabling the pace/distance feature fixes this running dynamics feature but that seems unfortunate. If not I may have to do a CP30 test or something I assume. It actually shouldnt matter here for the strap pairing, since the learning is happening from the strap + GPS (if outdoors). BTW, you are only 50kms away, Im south of Frankfurt. If I connect the USB port with an iPhone, its waiting for commands. GUID-57B75051-8E96-44B8-A89E-470B3E3BCD32 v2. I replace the strap when I get multiple very strange high/low values. Maybe if I and others chime in, Garmin will listen and update the RD pod as well. I was wondering if Garmin, with the dynamics pod or HRM pro, calculates running power zones or running threshold power? That said, if youve got a compatible Garmin watch and youre keen to get the extra Running Dynamics metrics, its a much more attractive option. While this legislation apparently does not apply to the Apple AirTag, it does apply here. Once done, save the activity on the watch. Wahoo TICKR X 2020 ($80). The ski dynamics is a bonus, which doesnt mean much given how extra amateur I am there. Just a little comment on the running metrics. Check out the new fnix Series. Hi there! The HRM-Pro has an accelerometer that measures torso movement in order to calculate six running metrics. Im guessing that this yellow Pro version will last at most a year if used daily. Hi Ray, In fact, its really only different in three ways, of which one of them gets equalized in software today via firmware update (specifically, version 8.80). I would like to support DCR and enjoy ad-free DC Rainmaker ($20 per year). 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