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Hi, I'm training for a long endurance run. I am looking for a device to accurately track how far I run everyday in miles. I don't want to spend over 80$. I can't take my car and trip it because I run on sidewalks that are not necessarily by roads and through woods on trails. I have a gps but that thing is way too bulky to carry while running. I have also looked at pedometers but most reviews on amazon talk about there inaccuracy while running. Can anyone give me any good ideas?
Answer
Here are a few options, from cheapest to most expensive:
Work it out before you go - and since you have the internet, mapometer is about the cheapest and best place. Next is a paper map but you have to buy that. OK these are not answering your question, they are answering another question but it might be useful.
Devices.
Cheapest is a pedometer, but being the cheapest it takes more work. This will count how many steps you take, and if you know how many steps you take in a mile, a few simple sums gives you the distance. These cost a few ££ or $$, and you sometimes get them free with other equipment if you look carefully. The sums are easy to do in your head (say 1000 steps to the mile, if you run 800 steps you have done 80% of a mile) and the sums can help you pass the time as you run - give the brain a work out too!!
Good points:
Not a bad solution for those on a budget, it can give you distance as you run.
It won't overload your brain with numbers and you can concentrate on running
Bad points:
Downside is you have to work it all out and different terrains need different numbers of steps to get over them.
Not enough numbers!! Other systems can give you more
Next is the Nike+ Sports band
This is a fancier pedometer, you wear a chip in your shoe and a special receiver on your wrist and costs £35 to £40 and maybe $60 to $80. This counts how long your foot is on the ground stationary for between steps and figures out your speed from that. From knowing the speed and how long you have run for it works out distance and calories burnt. I am not a big fan of the Nike+ system, but I did get one to see if I was being prejudiced unduly, I still don't like it! The data from your run can be displayed on the computer and runs saved for future to look at again
Good points
It is cheap (but it shows with its functions)
It says how far you have gone, your speed and energy used as well as time of day
The receiver watch is quite small and neat
This can be used on a treadmill (Why, I don't know - treadmills have all the functions as well)
Bad points...
Right - where do I begin...
It is a 2 device system so you have to pair the 2 together before you can run
It is not as accurate as they claim (claims to be 90% out of the box... mine was worse than that)
They suggest you buy Nike Trainers for these (sales pitch!) but you can use a 'foot pod sock' to hold the chip instead
The run data is held online meaning that you have to have internet connection
The Run data cannot be easily loaded into other software, meaning you have to use the Nike website - which is an out of date advert for Nike...
I'll stop there
Next cheapest is a GPS watch, a few makers make these, Garmin are the big players, but Timex, Suunto, and Polar all do similar. The GPS signals from sat nav systems are used to work out where you are on the planet. Then a few seconds later they do the same and work out how far you have travelled between samples, This gives your speed and distance (and a few other things). These typically cost £100 and up ($160+) but are my preference just because of the data they give you.
Good points (Well for my Gamin Forerunner 205)
It will beep if I run faster or slower than a set speed helping my pacing
It shows distance run, calories, and speed like the Nike+, but also current and average speed, + or - height, a small map of the route, lap information (Nike doesn't) but also the strange like when sunset is (8:03 today for me)
You can use this for multiple sports like cycling, some swimming, horse riding etc
Reasonable accuracy
Depending on the model it is a single unit meaning you don't have to pair it to another device - strap it on, locate satellites and run
Google earth - it will plot your run onto google earth so you can see where you ran (or other software as well)
Bad points
The older watcher are quite large
Expensive
Data overload - I can know too much and there is a temptation to run looking at the watch rather than the scenery
They loose Satellite signals in tunnels and can loose accuracy in built up areas
Next most expensive is Adidas myrun system
This is like the Nike+ system with the added benefit of adding a heart rate monitor in there too, costs a bit more than the GPS if you want the Heart rate monitor
Here are a few options, from cheapest to most expensive:
Work it out before you go - and since you have the internet, mapometer is about the cheapest and best place. Next is a paper map but you have to buy that. OK these are not answering your question, they are answering another question but it might be useful.
Devices.
Cheapest is a pedometer, but being the cheapest it takes more work. This will count how many steps you take, and if you know how many steps you take in a mile, a few simple sums gives you the distance. These cost a few ££ or $$, and you sometimes get them free with other equipment if you look carefully. The sums are easy to do in your head (say 1000 steps to the mile, if you run 800 steps you have done 80% of a mile) and the sums can help you pass the time as you run - give the brain a work out too!!
Good points:
Not a bad solution for those on a budget, it can give you distance as you run.
It won't overload your brain with numbers and you can concentrate on running
Bad points:
Downside is you have to work it all out and different terrains need different numbers of steps to get over them.
Not enough numbers!! Other systems can give you more
Next is the Nike+ Sports band
This is a fancier pedometer, you wear a chip in your shoe and a special receiver on your wrist and costs £35 to £40 and maybe $60 to $80. This counts how long your foot is on the ground stationary for between steps and figures out your speed from that. From knowing the speed and how long you have run for it works out distance and calories burnt. I am not a big fan of the Nike+ system, but I did get one to see if I was being prejudiced unduly, I still don't like it! The data from your run can be displayed on the computer and runs saved for future to look at again
Good points
It is cheap (but it shows with its functions)
It says how far you have gone, your speed and energy used as well as time of day
The receiver watch is quite small and neat
This can be used on a treadmill (Why, I don't know - treadmills have all the functions as well)
Bad points...
Right - where do I begin...
It is a 2 device system so you have to pair the 2 together before you can run
It is not as accurate as they claim (claims to be 90% out of the box... mine was worse than that)
They suggest you buy Nike Trainers for these (sales pitch!) but you can use a 'foot pod sock' to hold the chip instead
The run data is held online meaning that you have to have internet connection
The Run data cannot be easily loaded into other software, meaning you have to use the Nike website - which is an out of date advert for Nike...
I'll stop there
Next cheapest is a GPS watch, a few makers make these, Garmin are the big players, but Timex, Suunto, and Polar all do similar. The GPS signals from sat nav systems are used to work out where you are on the planet. Then a few seconds later they do the same and work out how far you have travelled between samples, This gives your speed and distance (and a few other things). These typically cost £100 and up ($160+) but are my preference just because of the data they give you.
Good points (Well for my Gamin Forerunner 205)
It will beep if I run faster or slower than a set speed helping my pacing
It shows distance run, calories, and speed like the Nike+, but also current and average speed, + or - height, a small map of the route, lap information (Nike doesn't) but also the strange like when sunset is (8:03 today for me)
You can use this for multiple sports like cycling, some swimming, horse riding etc
Reasonable accuracy
Depending on the model it is a single unit meaning you don't have to pair it to another device - strap it on, locate satellites and run
Google earth - it will plot your run onto google earth so you can see where you ran (or other software as well)
Bad points
The older watcher are quite large
Expensive
Data overload - I can know too much and there is a temptation to run looking at the watch rather than the scenery
They loose Satellite signals in tunnels and can loose accuracy in built up areas
Next most expensive is Adidas myrun system
This is like the Nike+ system with the added benefit of adding a heart rate monitor in there too, costs a bit more than the GPS if you want the Heart rate monitor
Am I ready for a horse? Please help asap.?
horseyluve
I'm 11 and I have been riding since I was 7. I live in Minnesota and I currently take lessons at a barn near my house. I can walk, trot, lope, run, and I do games. I want to know how much a horse would be to have and what type of horse would be best for a first horse. I'm an Experienced rider and I think I'm good enough for my own horse. What do you think? Please tell me basic costs and if I a good rider/ready to but a horse. I think I am.
Oh sorry I always do that, by run i mean gallop.
Answer
Horses are pricy. Can you pay for it? Can your parents pay for it? Cause I live in MN and I can tell you you cant legally work until 14 at the EARLIEST, usually not till 16.
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Ok, so lets say you get a horse for, say, $1,200.( Although horses range from $800- over $10,000. ) Well, you are gonna have to keep the horse somewhere. And unless you have a farm out in the country, you'll have to board your horse. Thats anywhere from $120-$500/month. So you have to pay that out 12x a year. Every year. And you'll have to buy feed, and possibly even hay if where you board doesn't provide it. My horse goes through a bale a day. Think $3.50 each, more or less. Now, you'll also need tack, like a saddle, girth, and bridle atleast. Thats a good $1000+. You'll need grooming supplies- about $25 tops. Now, your horse will need his feet trimmed every 8 weeks. He might even need shoes. That's about $120 (every 8 weeks) for shoes, $60 for a trim (every 8 weeks). What about worming? He'll need a dewormer every 4 mo or everyday. That's about $16+ ea. And what about vet bills? He will need his teeth floated every year or so. Thats not cheap. And if he gets hurt, thats really pricey. My horse needed 8 stiches- $400+. And unless you never want to go anywhere with your horse, you'll prolly need a truck and trailer to haul him. Thats like atleast $9,000. And thats not counting gas. Which, incase you havn't noticed, isn't cheap. And if you ever want to enter in shows, you'll have to pay show fees, plus the needed tests, like coggins, or vaccinations. Thats $50+ all together. Although some shows, the entry fee alone is $400. (Otter Creek fall, up in WI?)
Oh, and up here? What is it, 10 degrees out now? (It is I checked!!!! :) )
Yeah, your horse would prolly wanna blanket. Thats $25-$60.
Oh, and clothes for you.
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Lessons would be nice, although not required. Think $15-50/time
------------------
-If you do get a horse, DO NOT get a young, green horse, and think you can train it, or a stallion. Just don't.
- Don't look for a horse based on color, breed, age, or gender. You could miss the perfect horse for you.
-Don't just buy a horse because you need one. It often takes months to find a horse that can do what you want, for the right price. Don't get impatient.
-When you decide to buy one, get a vet check done. This will tell you any lamenesses, issues, or unpleasant truths that the owner either forgot or did not know, and didnt tell you.
-When you decide to buy one, ask if you can have a 30 day trial period. That way if it doesnt work out you arnt stuck with the animal.
-I would suggest an older schoolmaster-type horse. Maybe a older trail horse. Something that has been everywhere, and seen everything. And has experience in what you want to do- Games, Jumping, Barrels, whatever. I wouldn't suggest assuming you can train it into it.
-If you want to do games, don't be afraid to look at ponies.....Ive seen USPC national championship for gaming, and almost all of them were on ponies. Thats 14.2 hh or under. Actually, the true horses didnt do as well.
-For tack and stuff, try used tack sales. There was just one down by white bear lake, in September, but theres another in the spring. Its sponsored by the USDEA or the USEF... I think its the USDEA. Google it. I think the spring ones in Wayzata or Orono. Anyways, lotsa cheap tack, supplies, and clothes.
----------------
By the way,
Congrats on actually asking for the costs involved, ect.
Most of the people we see on here are just "Why wont my mommy get me a pony??? Its soooooo unfair!!!11! "
Sorry this was so long! :)
Good luck.
Horses are pricy. Can you pay for it? Can your parents pay for it? Cause I live in MN and I can tell you you cant legally work until 14 at the EARLIEST, usually not till 16.
-----------------------------------
Ok, so lets say you get a horse for, say, $1,200.( Although horses range from $800- over $10,000. ) Well, you are gonna have to keep the horse somewhere. And unless you have a farm out in the country, you'll have to board your horse. Thats anywhere from $120-$500/month. So you have to pay that out 12x a year. Every year. And you'll have to buy feed, and possibly even hay if where you board doesn't provide it. My horse goes through a bale a day. Think $3.50 each, more or less. Now, you'll also need tack, like a saddle, girth, and bridle atleast. Thats a good $1000+. You'll need grooming supplies- about $25 tops. Now, your horse will need his feet trimmed every 8 weeks. He might even need shoes. That's about $120 (every 8 weeks) for shoes, $60 for a trim (every 8 weeks). What about worming? He'll need a dewormer every 4 mo or everyday. That's about $16+ ea. And what about vet bills? He will need his teeth floated every year or so. Thats not cheap. And if he gets hurt, thats really pricey. My horse needed 8 stiches- $400+. And unless you never want to go anywhere with your horse, you'll prolly need a truck and trailer to haul him. Thats like atleast $9,000. And thats not counting gas. Which, incase you havn't noticed, isn't cheap. And if you ever want to enter in shows, you'll have to pay show fees, plus the needed tests, like coggins, or vaccinations. Thats $50+ all together. Although some shows, the entry fee alone is $400. (Otter Creek fall, up in WI?)
Oh, and up here? What is it, 10 degrees out now? (It is I checked!!!! :) )
Yeah, your horse would prolly wanna blanket. Thats $25-$60.
Oh, and clothes for you.
------------------
Lessons would be nice, although not required. Think $15-50/time
------------------
-If you do get a horse, DO NOT get a young, green horse, and think you can train it, or a stallion. Just don't.
- Don't look for a horse based on color, breed, age, or gender. You could miss the perfect horse for you.
-Don't just buy a horse because you need one. It often takes months to find a horse that can do what you want, for the right price. Don't get impatient.
-When you decide to buy one, get a vet check done. This will tell you any lamenesses, issues, or unpleasant truths that the owner either forgot or did not know, and didnt tell you.
-When you decide to buy one, ask if you can have a 30 day trial period. That way if it doesnt work out you arnt stuck with the animal.
-I would suggest an older schoolmaster-type horse. Maybe a older trail horse. Something that has been everywhere, and seen everything. And has experience in what you want to do- Games, Jumping, Barrels, whatever. I wouldn't suggest assuming you can train it into it.
-If you want to do games, don't be afraid to look at ponies.....Ive seen USPC national championship for gaming, and almost all of them were on ponies. Thats 14.2 hh or under. Actually, the true horses didnt do as well.
-For tack and stuff, try used tack sales. There was just one down by white bear lake, in September, but theres another in the spring. Its sponsored by the USDEA or the USEF... I think its the USDEA. Google it. I think the spring ones in Wayzata or Orono. Anyways, lotsa cheap tack, supplies, and clothes.
----------------
By the way,
Congrats on actually asking for the costs involved, ect.
Most of the people we see on here are just "Why wont my mommy get me a pony??? Its soooooo unfair!!!11! "
Sorry this was so long! :)
Good luck.
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