Lighter, lighter 'Suunto run' watch adds functions for runners

Runners who find sports watches as overwhelming or overcrowded now have a depressed option. Due to the approach of the running-first approach, the Suunto Run (250 US dollars) eliminates some data bells and whistles to concentrate on training, race and recovery. This optimized approach also reduces the weight and price of the watch.

Suunto Run Watch functions

The Suunto Run leaves some technical functions that other smart watches offer, but it doesn't play.

We will lead with the weight. This clock blows 36 g, which is a few grams in front of the slim 39 g of the slim Suunto 5 peak. Then there is the best brightness of the AMOLED display.

The Suunto Run has 34 different sports modes, including several run styles. The non -running sports modes include cycling, circuit training, climbing, jumping part and more.

Marathon and track activities are new additions to the running modes that join the treadmill and trail running. In marathon mode, runners can see valued real-time results and adapt their efforts accordingly. In track mode, runners receive more precise data from the speed work.

Other outstanding functions are the Ghost Runner mode, with which the runners can practically drive their friends on the same segment, interval running planning and setting goals to achieve the setting of the same segment.

Battery life

The watch delivers up to 12 days of battery life for up to 12 days. AI increases the Suunto Run operating system for Suunto's fastest performance so far, and it also helps to improve the battery life.

The intelligent battery modes of Suunto Run are performance, endurance and electricity savings. The performance mode uses the All-Systems GNSS navigation for the most accurate location tracking for up to 20 hours. Change to single band GPS and it can take up to 30 hours. In addition, it has a Breadcrumb navigation function that works offline.

Specifications

• Lünette: stainless steel
• Glass: Gorilla glass
• Diameter: 46 mm
• Thickness: 11.5 mm
• Weight: 36g (textile straps); 51g (silicone gurt)

Transmission features

The Suunto Run Watch still offers weather updates, alarms and activity monitoring. It works with the Suunto app to get better insights into training, activity levels and recovery.

Other Suunto functions of the watch are the touchscreen lock and the option of saving and playing MP3 -Audio files if a user wants to leave his phone at home.

Suunto Run Watch: The end result

This watch is a good option for everyone who mostly use to pursue your runs and does not need it to pursue sleep or a full range of recovery information. The price point (250 US dollars) also makes it competitive with others Smartwatches. For comparison you will find Gearjunkie's guide to the best smartwatches.

The Suunto Run is available in four colors with a comfortable textile strap. It is also compatible with other 22 mm-wide accessories from Suunto. Suunto Run is currently available via Suunto.com and Amazon.