A few years ago Suunto first released the Core. It was to be a stylish, highly variable in design, multi-sensor watch for everyone. The concept seemed to combine everything people likes about Sunnto and multi-sensor watches together. The Core was an immediate hit, but like all complex computerized item, it has some issues. People complained about battery life, durability, etc… Like many other watch brands with similar watches, and similar problems Suunto got to work on fixing these issues. Now, several years later, the Suunto Core is fitted with a much better movement. Here is the relatively new Suunto Core Extreme Edition Silver. It is a limited edition version of the Core, with a look that reminds brand lovers of their popular big dive computer timepieces. → Read More
Short version: The Core Light Black is a multifunction timepiece designed by Suunto, a Finnish company. The Core Light Black combines a timepiece with a altimeter, barometer, compass, and thermometer into one small package. While it is a large watch, the functionality it brings makes it an ideal piece for the outdoor enthusiast. → Read More
I’ve been testing quite a few training watches of late. Mostly it’s because I’ve been trying to get into shape and the only thing that has really succeeded was getting huge stomach cramps and going on an IV in the ER (lost 8 pounds! Thanks Oprah!). Sickness is the ultimate weight loss regimen. That’s neither here nor there.
So When Suunto sent me the t6c I was pretty excited. The watches I tried so far have had a fatal flaw – maybe the footpad was too big or the connection was poor or the heart rate monitoring was flakey at best. During my runs I’d constantly go back to the Garmin Forerunner 405, one of my favorite watches, simply because it had GPS built-in along with HR monitoring, making it considerably more useful than anything else I’ve used. → Read More
The Suunto X9i is a powerful wristwatch for anyone who likes to travel or participate in extreme sports. The X9i features a GPS system, barometer, compass, water resistance, an altimeter and a menu-based interface that will let you navigate through functions with ease. The X9i also connects to PCs via USB and comes with Suunto’s tracking software, so you can map out and email your route to your friends. Not only will you be able to view your route with an overhead perspective, you’ll also be able to view it on Google Earth. The watch can prove to be a powerful device to have when you’re on your next camping trip, or going out skiing during the wintertime. And a compass and GPS system are always a good thing. If you do some research, you can find the watch for a little under $400 somewhere online, which isn’t too bad at all. Suunto X9i [product page] → Read More
So are you feeling a bit adventurous lately and also need a new wristwatch? Look no further than the Suunto X9i say the dudes over at Spungle. Big and bulky, this bad boy isn’t just a watch, but an expandable survival tool. It comes with a 3D compass, an altimeter, can calculate sea pressure, and has a GPS system accurate up to three feet! Clearly made for the outdoorsman in your family. You can even use the X9i to track your hikes and sync it with your computer. Overall, it gets the outdoorsman’s seal of approval. If sippin’ on lattes is your thing though, maybe it’s best you stay with the Movado. Suunto X9i (Verdict: What a watch!) [Spungle] → Read More
We like Suunto – they make a nice watch with lots of features and have a cetain style that makes their watches look less like wrist computers than dinner plates with numbers. The t3 includes a heart-rate monitor, pedometer, as well as real-time calories burned read-out. It’s about $169.99 with a black face and $149.99 for a standard LCD face. Pedometer and heartrate pods sold separately. Product Page [Amazon via Spungle] → Read More
