Key Points To Bear In Mind When Buying A New Triathlon Watch
Not all triathlon watches are alike. So it’s important to consider various factors, before choosing a particular model (such as a Timex Ironman Global Trainer GPS). Here are some of the most important features to compare, before selecting a particular triathlon watch:
1. Accuracy
This is definitely one of the most important features to consider, when comparing different triathlon watches. While the ultimate goal of racing in a triathlon competition is usually to win, time is another crucial factor. Perhaps your goal is to complete a particular segment of the race faster, beat your personal best time, or set a world record. Whatever your goal is, you’ll want to time certain segments of your training. So keep in mind that particular models will be more accurate than others are.
2. Bulkiness
If you choose a more durable triathlon watch, then you’ll have to sacrifice the watch’s compactness. But you’ll likely want to avoid watches that are overly bulky, since they’ll be awkward to wear during your training. The key is to find a model that’s durable, but less bulky than a sundial.
3. Design
Given the nature of the triathlon event, it’s not particularly important that your triathlon watch win a beauty contest. On the other hand, you should choose a watch whose design is attractive and functional. It’s especially important that you have the ability to operate the watch easily while training for any of the competition’s three segments. While running, cycling, or swimming, you’ll want to access the various features of the watch easily.
4. Durability
Bear in mind that the triathlon by it very definition is a rugged athletic event and therefore the model you choose should be as durable as possible. Some watches are more so than others. Take into account the watch’s craftsmanship and the materials used in its construction as these two factors are very important. If the watch you choose is well made and is constructed from high quality materials you will be able to know that it will likely last longer. This is important because the training alone can be rather rigorous and the watch will have to stand the test.
5. Price
Prices for triathlon watches vary considerably and are based on the materials and craftsmanship as well as the features that it offers. Keep an eye out for sales and promotions for certain models in order to find one at the best possible price. As with most things, comparing prices will ultimately lead to the best quality watch for the best possible price. Online shopping is another avenue that can assist in finding the best deals whether you are looking to buy a Timex Ironman Global Trainer GPS or some other model.
6. Waterproof
The most obvious function of a triathlon watch being waterproof is for the swimming segment of the competition. However, there’s also the chance that rain or other precipitation could impact your training for the running or cycling segments of the triathlon. When comparing different triathlon watches, it’s important to remember that a water-resistant watch is different from a waterproof watch.
Before choosing a new triathlon watch, you should consider the most important characteristics. Whether you choose a Timex Ironman Global Trainer GPS or a different model–you’ll have the confidence that you made a wise choice.
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OMEGA CHRONOGRAPH 33.3 RARE WATERPROOF CASE 1942 $15,000.00 |
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1960′s PATEK PHILIPPE Mens Watch Ref. 2582, Waterproof, SWEEP SECONDS – 18K GOLD $7,195.00 |
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Nice Vintage Gold Top Waterproof Omega Seamaster Chronograph w/ 321 Movement $2,995.00 |
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ROLEX TOOL 1000 WATERPROOF TESTER SUBMARINER 5513 1689 1665 6538 6536 5510 5512 $2,200.00 |
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ULTRA RARE waterproof IWC early automatic C852 watch $2,199.00 |
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VINTAGE OMEGA TOOL WATERPROOF TESTER FOR SEAMASTER 300 600 MARINE VERY RARE ITEM $1,500.00 |
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Rare Authentic Vintage Omax 25 Jewels Automatic Waterproof Steel Watch Turquoise $1,500.00 |
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*** ALVERNA SWISS MADE *** SAPHIRE CRYSTAL DIAMOND CUT WATERPROOF COED WATCH $1,500.00 |
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Vintage Stainless Waterproof Valjoux 72C Gallet Triple Date Cal Chrono Project $1,495.00 |
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Original Vintage Mechanical Swiss VULCAIN Cricket Waterproof Alarm Watch Steel $1,180.00 |
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Hamilton Navy BeLOWZERO Waterproof Perfection H78575393 $1,099.00 |
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1952 OMEGA Vintage MENS WATCH, Automatic, Waterproof – 14K Gold Filled $995.00 |
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1956 VINTAGE OMEGA MENS WATCH – Automatic, Waterproof – STAINLESS STEEL $995.00 |
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1967 Vintage OMEGA MENS WATCH – AUTOMATIC, Waterproof – 10K Gold Filled & SS $995.00 |
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1969 OMEGA Vintage Dress Watch, Waterproof, Date- 14K Gold Filled & Stainless $995.00 |
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1952 OMEGA Vintage Mens 33mm Dress Watch, Waterproof – Stainless Steel $945.00 |
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EYKI Fashion Date Quartz Business Men Wrist Watch Male Boy Waterproof $916.00 |
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Ancre Prima by Wagner 15J Early Waterproof Germany 1940 $849.00 |
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RAYMOND WEIL WATCH WATERPROOF PARSIFAL SAPPHIRE CRYSTAL SWISS MADE PARIS STRAP $850.00 |
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1950 Vintage MOVADO Tempomatic – Automatic, Waterproof – GOLD & STAINLESS STEEL $795.00 |
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1959 Vintage LONGINES JAMBOREE Mens Waterproof Watch – Stainless Steel $795.00 |
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14K 1900-1930s LAMONT “PERPETUAL” COMPENSAMATIC WATERPROOF WATCH $750.00 |
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Aquitania Lorenz of Milan stainless and black waterproof Yacht watch $725.00 |
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VINTAGE BULOVA WATERPROOF “MUSEUM PIECE” $700.00 |
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Watch Waterproof Tester 10 Bar Atm watch case resistant detecting Machine $604.00 |
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diver watch Ø46mm, Carucci Neptun automatic, waterproofing 6000 feet, black PVD $599.00 |
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diver watch Ø46mm, Carucci Neptun automatic watch, waterproofing 6000 feet $599.00 |
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Carucci Neptun, diver automatic watch from Germany, waterproofing 6000 feet $599.00 |
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Kenko 8x42DH MS 010969 Binoculars waterproof bird watch $549.99 |
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Stainless Movado Waterproof Day Date Calendar – Shreve $595.00 |
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Henry Bond Design ” LYDIA ” WATCH RARE LIMITED EDITION WITH WATERPROOF $593.08 |
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MS 010969 Binoculars WaterProof Bird Watch Kenko 8x42DH Free EMS Ship $589.97 |
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New Kenko 8x42DH MS 010969 Binoculars WaterProof Bird Watch F/S Free EMS Ship $589.97 |
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Beautiful Blue Face Omega Seamaster 30 Manual Wrist Watch Waterproof 1960′s $547.23 |
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Vintage Omega Seamaster de ville Automatic Watch Waterproof- 1960′s $549.00 |
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Garmin 910xt fitness watch + HRM sports Waterproof Personal Trainer biking $540.00 |
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Garmin 910xt fitness watch + HRM sports Waterproof Personal Trainer biking $539.99 |
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Garmin 910xt fitness watch sports Waterproof Personal Trainer biking swimming $539.99 |
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Garmin 910xt fitness watch + HRM sports Waterproof Personal Trainer biking $534.59 |
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Garmin 910xt fitness watch + HRM sports Waterproof Personal Trainer biking $534.59 |
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Garmin 910xt fitness watch sports Waterproof Personal Trainer biking swimming $534.59 |
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EXCELLENT SWISS MEN’S QARTZ WATCH GUCCI 7700M STAINLESS STEEL CASE Waterproof $499.99 |
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RRP £450 SWISS MADE ROTARY AQUASPEED AGB90045/W/KIT INTERCHANGEABLE STRAP WATCH $469.03 |
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RARE AUTOMATIC OMEGA SEAMASTER COSMIC SWISS WRIST WATCH. WATERPROOF. 166026. $500.00 |
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BULOVA ACCUTRON WATCH 14K GOLD CASE K06358 M6 WATERPROOF SPEIDEL BAND ; ***AS IS $475.00 |
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Garmin 910xt fitness watch sports Waterproof Personal Trainer biking swimming $469.47 |
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CITIZEN E2100 TiTANIUM EcoDrive 660FT WATERPROOF MASTER OF COMPLICATIONS WAtTCH $468.00 |
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Rotary Limited Editions Automatic Waterproof 403C $431.53 |
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Garmin forerunner 910xt fitness watch sports Waterproof Trainer biking swimming $464.00 |
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1958 L8 BULOVA WATERPROOF MINTY RESTORATION IN BOX PRESENTATION 1964 AWESOME $450.00 |
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NEW GARMIN FORERUNNER 310XT 310 XT HEART RATE MONITOR GPS SPORTS WATCH $429.95 |
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VINTAGE GF DECO LEMANIA SWISS ANTIMAGNETIC WATERPROOF WATCH $449.00 |
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Garmin Forerunner 910XT Trainer GPS Waterproof Watch biking swimming Brand New $449.00 |
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Oakley 10-216 Holeshot Chronograph Mens White Black Waterproof Watch in Gift Box $420.14 |
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Horotec Screw Caseback Opener for Waterproof Watches – Swiss Made $427.47 |
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Garmin Forerunner 910XT Waterproof GPS Personal Trainer Watch Training Swimming $439.00 |
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New Garmin Forerunner 910XT HRM Waterproof GPS Personal Trainer Sports Watch $419.99 |
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SWISS MADE ROTARY AQUASPEED AGB90045/W/KIT INTERCHANGEABLE BRACELET/STRAP WATCH $390.86 |
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Vtg TISSOT Visodate Seastar WATCH 10K Gold Fill- Speidel band, Waterproof $400.00 |
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MEN BOY QUARTZ ALARM SPORT WRIST WATCH BLACK RUBBER 50M WATERPROOF NEW GIFT HQ $399.00 |
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Garmin Forerunner 910XT Waterproof GPS-Enabled Sports Watch w/ USB ANT Stick New $397.95 |
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ELEGANT BEAUTIFUL OMEGA MAN WATCH WATERPROOF CIRCA 1968 $349.00 |
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NEW GARMIN FORERUNNER 410 GPS SPORT WATCH WATERPROOF $336.14 |
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Vintage OMEGA Stainless Steel Automatic Waterproof man’s running Wrist Watch 50s $375.05 |
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Old Swiss vintage watch military dial waterproof C 1960 $349.00 |
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Old Swiss vintage watch military dial waterproof C 1950 $349.00 |
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New Garmin Forerunner 910XT Waterproof GPS Personal Trainer Sports Watch $369.95 |
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Vintage OMEGA Ref.121 Cal. 23.4 Mod Depose Early Military Waterproof $375.00 |
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GARMIN FORERUNNER 210 GPS SPORT WATCH WATERPROOF + HRM (HEART RATE MONITOR) $328.29 |
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BRAND NEW GARMIN FORERUNNER 210 SPORTS WATCH WITH HRM WITH FREE 1 YEAR WARRANTY $348.64 |
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High Quality Aluminum Watch Waterproof Tester Tool $329.99 |
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Citizen Ecodrive 20 atmosphere waterproof EW3134-62L $347.99 |
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NEW EISTA Luxury Automatic Mechanical Waterproof Men Tungsten Anti-Shock Watch $349.33 |
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NEW EISTA Luxury Automatic Mechanical Waterproof Men Tungsten Anti-Shock Watch $349.33 |
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Rotary Limited Editions Automatic Waterproof 403C $312.68 |
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GARMIN FORERUNNER 310XT Waterproof Multisport Watch New $339.00 |
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Old Swiss vintage watch military dial waterproof C 1950 $300.00 |
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Citizen Ecodrive 20 atmosphere waterproof BM8421-50E $317.99 |
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Citizen Ecodrive 20 atmosphere waterproof EW3131-52E $317.99 |
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RRP £319 NEW SWISS MADE MENS ROTARY LES ORIGINALES GB90002/45 GOLD PLATED WATCH $312.68 |
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VINTAGE SS WYLER INCAFLEX WATER PROOF WATCH. $325.00 |
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New Garmin Forerunner 310 XT GPS Sport Watch WaterProof $320.00 |
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New Garmin Forerunner 310 XT GPS Sport Watch WaterProof $329.99 |