Gear Review
Highgear TerraTech Altimeter Watch
Nice but with faults
By nate
Ranked #496 - Altimeters
January 29, 2009
As stated, this watch needs frequent calibration, but not as much as some people state unless you really are trekking backcountry and making some substantial altitude changes. So, that said, I would not rely on this altimeter for serious backcountry folks, but it works well for tracking downhill runs, etc. Yes, it is large, but that doesnt bother me much - it really does not feel heavy or anything. The large display is nice to see in whiteout slope conditions, especially. So my biggest complaint about the watch is the band - the plastic will begin to tear and mine eventually completely ripped off after about 6 months. Apparently one must be extra careful when taking it on and off,but I was in no way abusive with it. If the plastic band breaks, there is no chance of replacing / repairing it. So now its a pocket watch.
View Details: Highgear TerraTech Altimeter Watch
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Housing] plastic; [Strap] rubber
- Altimeter:
- Yes, -2,296 ft (-700m) to 29,500 ft (9,000m)
- Barometer:
- Yes
- Heart Rate Monitor:
- No
- Chronograph:
- Yes
- Thermometer:
- Yes
- Digital Compass:
- Yes
- Adjustable Declination:
- Yes
- Low Battery Indicator:
- Yes
- PC Compatible:
- No
- Waterproof:
- Water resistant to 100ft (30m)
- Backlight:
- Yes
- Alarms:
- 2 Time
- Battery Type:
- CR2032
- Size:
- Large
- Recommended Use:
- Alpine climbing, skiing, mountaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.