Subject: RE: Garmin 301 - does anyone have this model? I have and have used extensively the 301 since December 2005. Overall, I've been satisfied with it's performance even with the flaws that it has. It's bigger than the 305, and doesn't get the reception that the latter model gets (though I've never had reception problems). Currently I'm having HRM difficulties and trying to decide if it's the chest strap, the battery, or the unit. But overall I've been happy with it. If I had to buy another one today, though, I would get the 305 if you can find it at that $160 price. You can compare the two units on the Garmin site . I would also prefer the 305 to the newer 405 because IMHO you lose some functionality with the 405 to gain a smaller size and wireless interface with the PC. |