The Garmin GPS Forerunner 305 has some other great features while you are exercising this device gives you information about your workout time, pace, distance, lap pace, average and best pace, elevation and calories. Amazingly it has the storage capacity for two years worth of data and can even store up to 1000 laps a day. These are great tools for documenting and analyzing your performance and improvement.

The Garmin GPS Forerunner 305 has a large display, which makes viewing and adjusting information clear and easy. The display is clear and all details can be viewed easily. The screen display of this model is at 1.3 x 0.8 inches with 160 x 100 pixels resolution The watch also features SiRstar II GPS receiver which guarantees that the satellite will lock into you current position. It has rudimentary mapping attributes that show you’re the path you are on ant the ones you have taken previously.

This GPS sports watch is designed for both outdoor and indoor workouts, it is completely waterproof so you don’t have to worry about the weather.

The training center software lets you not only analyze the data of your workouts but also plan a set goal and monitor your progress towards them. This information gives you a detail view of your workout and the route you took to see were you did better and which needs improvement. This give you the ability to isolate the areas that you want to improve or change in your workout. The device of course is wireless which makes transferring that your computer quick and simple.

There are so many good things to say about the Garmin GPS Forerunner 305 and the device is truly an amazing technological wonder. Those that exercise can definitely benefit from the multiple features of it and is like having a small computer accompany you while you do exercise. Garmin is know as a leading innovator in GPS technology and with this sports watch, they have done it again.

This article covers the following Garmin Forerunner products:

205
210
305
310XT
405
405CX
410

All of these models include a GPS receiver and are water resistant.

Sports Watch vs Training Device

The term “sports watch” is typically reserved for the 210, 410, 405, and 405CX, meaning that they can also be used as regular watches. The 205, 305, and 310XT are “training devices”, and include only the personal training functions, without normal time keeping.

Available Features

Heart Rate Monitor (all but the 205): The actual heart rate monitor is a strap that you wear. It communicates with the Forerunner. The strap is included with some models, otherwise must be purchased separately.
Virtual Partner (all but the 210): You can set up a virtual partner to compete with you as you run while using the timer. This helps motivate you to perform even better.
Courses (all but the 210): You can record a run and then use that as a course to follow on a future run. This way you can track your progress.
Routes (205 and 305 only): The Routes feature lets you store in memory any location. Then, you can combine locations to create a route that you can use in your next workout.
Wireless transfer and Autosync (310XT, 410, 405, 405CX): Transfer data to nearby runners, or from your computer to your device. Automatically Upload your data to the Garmin Connect website for free data analysis and sharing.
Calorie Counter (410,405CX): Tracks the number of calories burned during your workout.

Suggestions Based on Activity

If your primary activity is walking, then the 210 sports watch, or the 205 or 305 training devices are good choices.

If you will be using the GPS while running, then consider the 210, 410, 405, or 405CX sports watches, or the 305 or 310XT training devices.

If your training includes running, biking, and swimming, then take a look at the 205, 305, or 310XT training devices.