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We bought this a few years ago after having the clunky Forerunner 100 for a couple of years. We now have 3 Garmins we can use for running and other sports. The original Forerunner 100, this model the 305 with HRM (pd $299 at the time- much cheaper now) and the new 310 xt so I’ll share my recommendations between the 3 (although they’ve made some really nice upgrades to the 100 since we bought the first model, so that comparison may no longer be accurate). As some background my husband and I are both avid runners having gone from basic running for exercise 4 years ago to multiple marathons and ultras now. So here goes. Each time we upgraded was due to a need for new functionality. The basic model is good for a basic runner, we upgraded to get better satellite reception when trail running or in cities with tall buildings and we weren’t disappointed. When we upgraded to the 305 it turns out we never really used the software and training programs. But we did like the better satellite reception, fancier screens, recharging station (no more batteries – yeah!), history, multi-sport and map features. There’s been more than once we’ve use the map to find a quicker way home when out on a long run in a new area. The interval training was used quite a bit during marathon training, but have to say the menu to set the values can use some help. The buttons take some strength and you have to used the up and down arrows in a cumbersome way, but once you get the hang of it you live with it. The two year history has been nice to note the long term progress. I had trouble with getting the heart rate monitor to register but that may have been a bad battery. We can now use the HR strap with both the 305 and 310XT after putting in a new battery. My husband did have one instance with the 305 having trouble not registering the HR. I’m not sure if it’s the strap or the ability of the 305 to read the signal. I suspect the technology of the 305 for the HR is not as robust as the
Buckeye Sports Bulletin

The Hoover Steam Vac with clean surge is a very easy to use machine. I did not use the cleaner that came with it. Instead, I pre-treated the spots on my carpet with Spot Shot. I then used boiling water in the steam vac instead of hot water as the directions said. I have found that when using the cleaner in the water, it leaves a residue on the carpet, which attracts dirt back into the carpet. This method of only using boiling water and pre-treating the spots worked great!!!!! I previously had my carpets professionally cleaned which cost me over $300. The Hoover Steam Vac cleaned my carpets better than the professionals. I am very pleased with it and would recommend it to anyone. It is easy to use and will pay for itself in no time. I have a dog that is getting older and is having more accidents and the Steam Vac easily removes the pet stains. Make sure to follow the directions closely to assemble the machine so that is works properly.
Buckeye Sports Bulletin