Suunto Vector Wrist-Top Computer Watch with Altimeter Barometer Compass and Thermometer

>>> BlackFriday Suunto Vector Wrist-Top Computer Watch with Altimeter Barometer Compass and Thermometer

Product Features

• Versatile wrist-top computer with altimeter barometer compass thermometer and stopwatch


• Built-in altimeter measures vertical progress stores hourly ascent/descent rate and offers altitude alarm


• Automatically records barometric pressure and displays sea level pressure for accurate weather readings


• Electronic compass guides with cardinal or half-cardinal points; intuitive user interface and control buttons


• Electro-luminescent backlight user-replaceable backlight and attractive black housing; 2-year warranty

I've owned the Suunto Vector for more than three years after purchasing it when I first became interested in adventure racing. While many top racers wear it I would highly recommend it for the serious hiker climber or backcountry skier for it's solid construction design and versatility.



While I also wear this as my everyday watch it's extra large size should be taken into consideration if that's something you have in mind.



There are a couple other brands available in this market segment but the relatively low price and exceptional feature set are what continues to set this tool apart from the crowd.



Here's what you should know:

* Expect to replace the battery at least once a year. This is due to a number of reasons one of which is the powerful backlight on the face that when activated can nearly illuminate the inside of a small tent at night. If you believe the manufacturer's warnings and want to play it safe you may want to have this procedure performed by a professional (watch not outdoor) shop. Suunto sells a battery pack that comes with a replacement seal and screw-in back and this is definitely something to consider every other replacement opportunity but you can get by with a lower-cost Duracell type 2430 3V lithium if you're on a budget.

* The altimeter is one of the strongest features allowing you to quickly pinpoint your location on a topo map. However plan to reset it regularly especially after a plane ride or frequent and significant changes in altitude or weather. This is rather easy as along as you have a confirmed location metric but you have to remember to do it regularly to ensure the greatest accuracy. The 24-hour memory provides a total measurement of your ups and downs (ascents and descents) over that time period a really cool record for runners mountain bikers and skiers.

* The compass is one of the strongest in this class of devices which to be sure isn't the greatest to begin with ... but even the serious orienteerer would be impressed. The ability to adjust for local declination is really nice.

* The barometer is good but not great. However if you want to be aware of potential weather changes this will provide you with some peace of mind. Better to be safe than sorry (or worse) in this regard.

* The thermometer isn't accurate at all unless you take the watch off for 15-20 minutes or so to eliminate the warming effect of your skin/body temperature.

* Some of the controls and settings are not easy to comprehend or remember. I've never been able to figure out how to use the stopwatch timer and lap features. If you're a swimmer or triathlete and this is important to you look to the Timex Ironman standby.

* Waterproofing is rock solid. No worries.

* The soft-rubber watchband is comfortable to wear but will deteriorate over time even more rapidly in chlorine. Suunto offers a much lighter nylon/velcro alternative that I personally prefer.



Overall I really like the Vector. But for a number of reasons already mentioned would not feel comfortable giving it a perfect 5.0 score. But consider my 4.0 more like a 4.7 ... you can't go wrong here.

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The Photographer's Guide to Glacier National Park: Where to Find Perfect Shots and How to Take Them (The Photographer's Guide)

>>> BlackFriday The Photographer's Guide to Glacier National Park: Where to Find Perfect Shots and How to Take Them (The Photographer's Guide)

I was disappointed at the book. The author spent 40 years of photographing glacier area yet the information is very minimal. Most pictures shown in the book are not so great either. The one third of the book is talking about photography techniques such as equipments and lighting. All in all I spent less an hour finished reading the book and I did not bother to bring it with me during the trip. It did not describe much about seasonal changes or conditions. It did not even mention the going-to-the-sun road is fully open only for a couple of months during the summer. Most information is pretty brief and general no more than what you can find from the internet. I rarely return books cause I like to keep books for future reference. But this one is an exception.

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Casio Men's PAW5000-1 Pathfinder Solar Power Blue Dial Watch

>>> BlackFriday Casio Men's PAW5000-1 Pathfinder Solar Power Blue Dial Watch

Product Features

• Multi-band 6 atomic timekeeping and tough solar power


• Triple sensor (altimeter/barometer thermometer digital compass)


• World time (29 cities + UTC) countdown timer stopwatch and daily alarms


• Full auto led


• Water-resistant to 330 feet (100 M)

My gf told me I should find a 1 thousand dollar watch as a symbol to show my class and status.



Well I am a geek and this watch fits the bill very nicely at less than half the budget.



A Tag Heu** was what my gf wanted me to get; but to show my class and status I had other criteria in mind. Because I travel a lot in addition to hiking and working out I wanted a watch with gps functionality and a heart rate monitor. No such device exists that I know of. Casio's Pathfinder series with the standard ABC functions however piqued my interests. What really geeked me out about this watch is that it's pretty much self-sufficient. It is almost always accurate (self correcting tough movement and 6 channel atomic clock radio) and never needs rewinding (solar powered). Ok it's not the only watch in existance that calibrates itself to the nearest atomic clock but how many of those watches can tell you the elevation you're at the temperature barometric pressure or where north lies? Granted even when I'm hiking I don't need all that information but it is cool to have. What makes the difference between this and other pathfinder watches is that this is the only one with analogue hands. Except for the redundant text all over the face of this thing it has enough class that even my gf approves of my wearing this at dressed up occasions.

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Jump Rope Training - 2nd Edition

>>> BlackFriday Jump Rope Training - 2nd Edition

Jumping rope may be a popular activity on the playground but this child's play has evolved into one of the most efficient ways to improve cardiovascular health. In the new edition of his popular book Jump Rope Training (Human Kinetics June 2010) Buddy Lee explains how jump rope training offers functional exercise that can increase fitness and sport performance.



Many of the greatest athletes jump rope. The famous late Bruce Lee jumped rope to develop that tremendous quickness for which he was well known.



Jumping rope is an extremely good way to get fit fast. It's a cardio workout that can be done in a short time preferably in intervals.



If you want to discover the value and the techniques of jumping rope you'll find this book invaluable.



Now I must confess that I couldn't jump rope. I can play most any sport very well. I'm fit and love to workout. But I could not jump rope before getting this book. Moving my hands and getting my feet to obey my commands at the same time was too much multi-tasking for me.



So if you've never jumped rope before have no fear. You too can do it. And it's a workout!



I love how jumping rope using Buddy's system makes you so quick. He writes "Quickness is best understood as reaction time. Good reaction time allows you to take advantage of split-second opportunities to act or react in order to make use of a window of opportunity and thus gain an advantage or recover from a disadvantage. My jump rope training system specifically targets quickness of the hands and feet because most athletic movements are executed by hand foot or in many cases both."



He also teaches you sprint and circuit training programs which are highly effective training methods.



Buddy's system promises to help you develop . . .



- Increased wrist ankle and knee strength

- Conditioning of your back shoulders and chest

- Increased gripping strength

- Improved posture

- Increased proprioceptive in your feet and ankles

- Increased strength in your calves and quads

- Improvements in vertical leap lateral shifting and start speed

- Stimulation of your vestibular system which improves balance

- Reduced stretch-shortening cycle which reduces the time it takes the muscles to contract leading to increases in speed quickness power and improved reaction times

- Increased burning of fat through recruitment of multiple muscle groups and engagement of multiple energy systems

- Improved concentration which reduces your energy expenditure increases your endurance and improves your performance.



His system consists of three steps.



1. Base phase. You learn the skill of jumping and develop initial jump rope proficiency.



2. Conditioning phase. Learn the 15 sports training jumps included in level 1 then try the 10 sports training jumps on level 2. Establish basic jump rope capacity.



3. Sports training phrase.



He gives some interesting comparisons to the value of rope jumping to other sports. For example jumping rope for 10 minutes at 120 RPM produces the same cardio fitness as 2 sets of tennis or jogging 30 minutes at a moderate pace.



Drawings are provided that show what muscles are worked during each phase of a jump. You'll also learn the correct body position and proper grip. And you'll discover the two basic techniques of jumping rope the bounce step and alternate-foot step.



To give you an idea of what you'll find in the book take a look at the contents.



Part I: Jump Rope Training Progression



Chapter 1: Introducing the Buddy Lee System



Chapter 2: Get Ready to Jump



Chapter 3: Step 1: Base Phase--Master the Basic Techniques



Chapter 4: Step 2: Conditioning Phase--Develop Jump Skills and Endurance



Chapter 5: Step 3: Sport Training Phase--Add Anaerobic Intensity



Part II: Jump Rope Training Programs



Chapter 6: Build Endurance



Chapter 7: Increase Speed and Quickness



Chapter 8: Gain Strength and Power



Chapter 9: Improve Agility Coordination and Balance



Chapter 10: Condition for Specific Sports and Fitness Goals



Part III: Supplemental Uses for Jump Rope Training



Chapter 11: Warm-Up Cool-Down and Active Rest



Chapter 12: Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation



Chapter 13: Weight Loss for Athletic Goals



Buddy says "Jumping is a skilled movement that requires proper timing and coordination of the rope swing with each jump. In time you will discover that as you practice proper rope-jumping form and technique you eventually experience a rope-jumping rhythm that builds your agility timing and balance."



He discusses intensity training which is a superior way to benefit from any workout. You get a great cardio workout in a short time. You'll learn how to test before you begin so you have a baseline. "Setting a baseline teaches you that your ability to maintain proper intensity depends on a combination of conditioning concentration and technique. If one of these variables is off you will fail to reach the baseline" he says.



He also shows you how to find your target heart rate. This is vital in any training program. Of course there are some people who for a number of reasons need to use the perceived exertion scale.



Who is this book for? I'd say that anyone who wants to learn to jump rope and gain the most benefits from it should get this book. However it's also for those who already know how to jump rope and even experienced athletes. Why? Because it's a complete system with a program that will quickly help you develop quickness and other much-needed abilities --- plus get an exceptional cardio workout in a short time. I can think of no better faster way to lose weight.



Highly recommended.



- Susanna K. Hutcheson

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