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SkI: To some a sport, to others a lifestyle. The most cutting edge tools you need to ski up, down, or across the mountain are all here.

CLOTHING: Nothing can ruin a day in the backcountry faster than not having the right clothing. After countless hours of gear testing, we've selected the best in technical wear & casual clothing from industry leaders.

CAMP / HIKE: Sunrise over a high alpine lake. A trek in the mountains. Pitching a tent far from the city...the backcountry beckons. After years of fieldwork, we've compiled the most technical, high-quality camping, backpacking & hiking gear by Kelty, Lowa, MSR, The North Face and more.

TRAVEL: Not everyone who wanders is lost. Explore, experience, engage. Herein lie the tools to keep you packed & organized, safely hydrated, and on the trail…when you want to be. Choose from Eagle Creek, Jansport, The North Face, Katadyn and more.

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I bought this unit as soon as it became available in the US -- 2+ years ago. It has been used for mountaineering, skiing, training for , and during a marathon (for hear rate zones, etc). I have been very happy with the heart rate monitoring and the the software that comes with the watch. In fact, the software (in ease of use, data processing, and editing) beats the brand-new Garmin 305. The IR function to "beam" the files to your PC is sluggish, and often fails if the ambient lighting is too bright...The altimeter is fairly good, but often needs re-calibration, while the temperature function is essentially USELESS. It is never accurate, not even close, unless you take the watch off and leave it untouched for 5+ min.The worst function is the compass. It failed completely after 1 year of having the watch, at which time I got a new unit from Polar (under warranty) as they could not fix whatever the problem was. Now, about two years later I have the same problem... I did not drop the watch ever, did not submerge it, or did anything "extreme" to it.In summary, this watch is great for heart rate monitoring/zone training, for its altimeter/pressure functions. The other perks don't work as reliably, if at all.