Timex Ironman Midsize Race Trainer Heart Rate Monitor with Data Xchanger Watch, Black/Grey, Mid Size

by Timex

Product Features

• Features multiple timing and heart and fitness monitoring functions
• Modes include target zones, average heart rate, time in zone, calories burned and etc
• Features five variable intensity interval timers, 100-hour chronograph with lap/split
• Wireless data xchanger USB allows you to download data to your PC without wires

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Train hard and smart with the Timex Ironman Men's Race Trainer Digital Heart Rate Watch with data Xchanger system--equipped with the technology to maximize your training so you can gain the ultimate competitive edge. With a mid-sized watch that features a 10-workout memory, 50-lap chronometer with average heart rate per lap, and five interval timers with individual heart rate target zones, the Race Trainer makes serious training easy and helps you reach your goals safely and efficiently. Wireless Data Xchanger USB provides wireless two-way communication between the Race Trainer watch and computer, allowing you to download data to your PC without wires. The workout data transfers to a free online training log, powered by TrainingPeaks that allows you to manage watch settings and memory from your computer. The training log tracks your calendar, performance, personal data, and nutrition as well as allows you to upload workouts and training and nutrition software.

The Ironman Race Trainer wears great for everyday time-keeping, and when you're ready to train it is equipped with multiple heart monitor functions that allow you to measure and reach your training goals every time you work out. The heart rate monitor communicates digitally with the watch and has an owner-replaceable battery. The heart rate monitor features a 10-workout memory and five linked interval timers with target zones to allow you to measure your development as you train. Functions such as 'Average Heart Rate' that offer readings for your total workout and for each lap and 'Time in Zone' with six heart rate target zones allow you to interpret your performance and set goals. The 'Recovery Heart Rate Timer' measures your heart rate after a timed recovery period during or after your workout, giving you further information about your fitness level. Additional functions include 'Percentage-of-Max Heart Rate Display' and 'Calories Burned.' 'Digital Transmission' protects your data from cross talk with other heart rate monitors and electronic interference from exercise equipment.

In addition to heart rate monitor specific functions, the Ironman Race Trainer comes loaded with functions to maximize your training. The watch is equipped with five variable intensity interval timers and a 100-hour chronograph with lap and split in large digits, allowing you to time yourself with ease and accuracy. The watch also features a 50-lap memory for each workout with average heart rate per lap readings. In addition, the watch has a 100-hour, three-mode countdown timer and three alarms with daily, weekly, and weekly with five-minute backup alarms for security. The watch is equipped with an Indiglo night-light with Night-Mode feature so you can read the watch and use its functions anywhere. A polyurethane integrated strap is comfortable for high-exertion wear and daily use, and the watch boasts a 3.5-year battery life and is water resistant up to 100 meters.

Specifications:

• Five variable intensity interval timers
• 100-hour chronograph with lap and split
• 50-lap memory for each workout and average heart rate
• 100-hour, three-mode countdown timer
• Three alarms: daily, weekly, weekly with five-minute backup
• Polyurethane integrated strap
• Water-resistant 100 meters
• Indiglo night-light with Night-Mode feature

Heart Rate Monitor:

• 10 workout memory
• Calories burned
• Five linked interval timers with target zones
• Average heart rate--for workout and each lap
• Time in zone--six selected heart rate target zones
• Percentage-of-max heart rate display
• Recovery heart rate timer (during/after workout)
• Digital transmission protects from cross talk
• Data Xchanger USB compatible (included)
• Owner-replaceable battery in heart rate sensor

Software Specifications:

• Data Xchanger USB provides wireless two-way communication between Race Trainer and computer
• Workout data transfers to free online training log, powered by TrainingPeaks
• Desktop agent manages watch settings and memory
• Training log tracks calendar, performance, personal data, and nutrition

Manufacturer Warranty
One year

Product Description

The Race Trainer digital heart rate monitor includes a linked interval timer with training zones that acts like a personal coach. INCLUDES Data Xchanger USB that allows this 10-workout memory HRM to download wirelessly to a Timex on-line training log powered by TrainingPeaks . Made for 2-way wireless communication between your watch and computer to download performance data and watch settings. Look for the ANT+Sport logo on the watch.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5 x 3 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001RQCWW0
• Item model number: T5K264
• Batteries: 1 Lithium Metal batteries required.
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #144,395 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent..., February 5, 2010

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James Igoe (NY, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Timex Ironman Midsize Race Trainer Heart Rate Monitor with Data Xchanger Watch, Black/Grey, Mid Size (Sports)

I had been using a Timex for several years, and was very happy with it until it started malfunctioning. I went looking for a new one, comparing Polar, Suunto, and then later Timex. My two primary concerns were quality, a diffuse set of factors, and the ability to work with an Apple running Mac OS X. Only some of Polar's and Suunto's watches work with a Mac, and then only with external software. I was surprised when I found Timex's Ironman Trainer packages also worked with Apple.

Provisos:

- A sleek light watch, that fits my wrists - I have proportionately slender wrists, although I'm fairly large - but might be unusable on men with large wrists.

- Data management is done on a website, requiring registration

Pros:

- Looks great

- Easy to use, although it has many features

- Reliable (assumed from my long-term experience with other Timex watches)

- Inexpensive (the cost was $50 less than advertised elsewhere, and much less than comparable Polar/Suunto watches)

- User-exchangeable battery (some Polar/Suunto models require shipping for battery replacement)

- Works nicely with PC's and Mac with a free account with Training Peaks, an effortless installation and upload to the third-party site.

Cons:

- There are some desktop packages, they are a bit pricey for my needs, $130 per year, a recreational fitness buff. The basic online statistics are good, but I would love to be able to slice-and-dice my performance numbers in more detail.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars The light on this watch broke within 2 months, October 26, 2010

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Sean M G Bradley (Shrub Oak, NY United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Timex Ironman Midsize Race Trainer Heart Rate Monitor with Data Xchanger Watch, Black/Grey, Mid Size (Sports)

The light on this watch broke after owning it for less than 2 months and I am only eligible for a partial refund!!!! This is a problem with TIMEX and AMAZON. Maybe we should just purchase directly from a local vendor rather than Amazon, where they treat customers with more repect.

3.0 out of 5 stars Poor design, February 20, 2012

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Thomas Neil Kiser (Aurora, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Timex Ironman Midsize Race Trainer Heart Rate Monitor with Data Xchanger Watch, Black/Grey, Mid Size (Sports)

In truth, except for one thing, I like this HRM. It's reasonably priced, has a number of standard features, and basically does what most would ask of it.

But the button design is just idiotic. I have, on MANY occasions, inadvertently and unknowingly hit the "Start/Stop" button and LOST a workout recording because I had no idea the watch had stopped working. It is EASY to hit that button, and when you do, it's all over until you go to upload and realize that you only have a fraction of the session recorded.

The button sticks up (this is the one right below the face of the watch/HRM), and all it takes is a brush to activate it.

I am now in the market for a new HRM simply because of this one design flaw. This button should have been the lap button, they should have reversed the functions between it and the one to the upper right of the HRM face. THEN, if you hit it inadvertently, the worst thing that would happen is that you logged a new lap.

So close, but this is a killer for me. Buyer beware.