"the Garmin Forerunner 405CX Sports Watch is in a class of its own"

• Track distance, pace, calories burnt, heart rate and much more using the in-built high senstivity GPS receiver

• New improved Garmin Heart Rate Monitor is more comfortable and accurate

• Multisport feature so that you can use the 405CX on your wrist or bicycle

• Virtual Partner pushes you on each run helping you increase your fitness and reduce lap times significantly

• Upload and analysis data on you computer using the new Garmin Wireless USB ANT receiver

• Up to 2 weeks battery life before needs recharging

• Water resistant

In the video clip below you can review the Garmin Forerunner 405CX Sports Watch Virtual Parnter feature

What you get?

• Garmin Forerunner 405CX Sports Watch

• USB ANT™ stick

• New improved heart rate monitor

• Two wrist traps (one is velcro)

• AC charger

• Charging clip

• 12 Months Manufacturers Warranty

• FREE 12 mnth Magazine Subscription (Either Runners World or Triathletes World)

• FREE P&P

Garmin Forerunner 405CX Review

The Obvious:

Yes, the Garmin Forerunner 405CX Sports Watch is a GPS watch but it does it with ease and class. A massive improvement on the original, the new Garmin Forerunner 405 CX encompasses improved GPS technology, faster interface and includes a wireless Garmin heart rate monitor. This sports watch will track your every move using the GPS satellites orbiting earth. Simply strap it on your wrist and this lightweight Garmin GPS watch will provide you with endless data on your distance, heart rate, pace and so much more...then sync it wirelessly to your computer using the included USB ANT™ receiver to analysis it on the included Garmin Training Center® software.

The more I use the more I like:

The Garmin 405CX comes with an additional velcro strap which is a welcomed addition in the box. After prolonged use it ensures that the watch feels comfortable on the wrist but also means that it can fit on smaller wrists too, great if you want to share this sports watch with your partner.

We also liked the improved heart rate monitor and USB ANT™ receiver. Firstly the new Garmin 405CX heart rate monitor is much more accurate than previous models and allows for more accurate calorie computation. Secondly, the ability to upload all your data to your computer is fantastic and allows you to track your progress, such as pace or heart rate, to see if you are actually getting fitter

Delightful discovery:

With the Garmin Forerunner 405CX Sports Watch you can send data wirelessly to friends who also have the Forerunner 405 by pressing "transfer". It will then send across locations, advanced workouts and courses!

One feature of the Garmin 405CX that we liked the most was the Virtual Partner™. It allows you to run against your previous runs and is illustrated like a computer game. Two little people are displayed on the screen, one is you then and the other is you now. Your goal is to finish faster than your last run. We love it!

What Garmin say...

Watch Results

Loaded with serious training features, Garmin Forerunner 405CX continuously records your time, distance, pace, calories burned and heart rate. Each workout is stored in memory so you can review and analyze the data to see how you've improved. And advanced training features will challenge you to step up your pace — race against Forerunner's Virtual Partner® to improve your times, or set up interval workouts without having to circle the track. You can even download recorded courses to compete against previous workouts. To use the watch, simply tap the touch bezel to change screens without fumbling for a button.

Track Heart Rate

Garmin Forerunner 405CX comes with a flexible, wireless heart rate monitor to help you make the most out of your training. The digital heart rate monitor continuously tracks heart beats per minute and uses your heart rate for advanced calorie computation, so you know how many calories you're burning. Train in a certain heart rate zone to improve your fitness level or compare your pace and heart rate to past performance on the same run.

Share Workouts Wirelessly

With Forerunner 405CX, you can share your locations, advanced workouts and courses wirelessly with other Forerunner 405 users. Send your favorite workout to your friends to try, or compete against someone else's recorded course. Sharing data is easy: just select "transfer" to send your information to a nearby device.

Run, Sync, Store and Share

Once you’ve logged the miles, innovative ANT+™ wireless technology automatically transfers data to your computer when Forerunner is in range. No cables, no hookups. The data’s just there, ready for you to analyze, categorize and share through our online community, Garmin Connect or our optional Garmin Training Center™ software. You can even plan workouts on your computer and then send them to your Forerunner.

Train Year Round

Take your training inside with the versatile Forerunner 405CX and optional wireless accessories. Pair it with an optional foot pod to track your speed, distance and running cadence indoors when GPS signals are unavailable. The wireless foot pod clips onto your laces for easy removal and automatically turns on when you start moving. Or pair your Forerunner with an optional speed/cadence bike sensor to track the speed and distance of your cycling workouts.

Physical & Performance

• Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 1.88" x 2.78" x 0.646" (4.8 x 7.1 x 1.6 cm)

• Display size, WxH: 1.06" (2.7 cm) diameter

• Display resolution, WxH: 124 x 95 pixels

• Weight: 2.11 oz (60 g)

• Battery: rechargeable lithium-ion

• Battery life: 2 weeks in power save mode; 8 hours in training mode

• Water resistant: yes (IPX7)

• GPS-enabled: yes

• High-sensitivity receiver: yes

• RoHS version available: yes

Maps & Memory:

• Basemap: no

• Ability to add maps: no

• Accepts data cards: no

• Lap history: 1000 laps

• Waypoints/favorites/locations: 100

• Routes: 0

Features:

• Heart rate monitor: yes

• Bike speed/cadence sensor: yes (optional)

• Foot pod: yes (optional)

• Automatic sync (automatically transfers data to your computer): yes

• Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data): yes

• Garmin Training Center® software compatible: yes

• Virtual Partner® (train against a digital person): yes

• Courses (compete against previous workouts): yes

• Auto Pause® (pauses and resumes timer based on speed): yes

• Auto Lap® (automatically starts a new lap): yes

• Auto Scroll (cycles through data pages during workout): yes

• Multi-sport (changes sport mode with a press of a button): no

• Advanced workouts (create custom, goal-oriented workouts): yes

• Time/distance alert (triggers alarm when you reach goal): yes

• Pace alert (triggers alarm if you vary from preset pace): yes

• Simple workouts (input time, distance and calorie goals): yes

Garmin 405CX FAQ's

What is the screen size?

1.06” (2.27) diameter

What is the display resolution?

124 x 95 pixels

Is the battery rechargeable?

Yes, lithium-ion

How long does the battery last?

Two weeks in power save mode or 8 hours in training mode

Is it GPS-enabled?

Yes

Is there a basemap?

No

Can extra maps be added?

No

Is there a heart rate monitor and a foot pod?

Just a heart rate monitor is included. There is no need for a footpod because distance is calculated using the more accurate in-built GPS

Will this watch work under water?

Yes

How many laps can be saved on the unit? Such as previous best or progression?

1000 laps

Subscription Offer

When you buy a Garmin Forerunner 310XT or Forerunner 405CX we will give you a 12 month subscription to either Runners World or Triathletes World absolutely FREE.

All you need to do is visit www.garmin.co.uk/free when you have received your product.