Since we were only able to look at a preproduction model, we couldn't judge its accuracy, but the new version of Suunto's popular t6 is a solid upgrade. Perfect for those who want to improve fitness without a set plan, it tracks heart-rate variability, oxygen consumption, calories burned, and more, then uses that data to calculate a "training effect" score — a measure of how hard you're working out.
Review: Suunto T6c
Since we were only able to look at a preproduction model, we couldn’t judge its accuracy, but the new version of Suunto’s popular t6 is a solid upgrade. Perfect for those who want to improve fitness without a set plan, it tracks heart-rate variability, oxygen consumption, calories burned, and more, then uses that data to […]
WIRED
Shows how much more you've got to sweat to take it to the next level. Super-comfy fabric heart-rate monitor strap. Barometric altimeter measures elevation. Great interface. Optional cadence sensor for bike ($70).
TIRED
Hockey puck-size GPS pod. No included speed and distance pod ($110). Heart-rate strap clasps prone to coming loose. Wimpy PC-only software needs to hit the Mac gym.
