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Highgear Alterra Watch

Item #HIG0010 | 0 in Stock
4 Star Rating

Good watch for the money

By Backcountry.com Employee August 14, 2006

If you don't have the coin to drop on a Suunto, this watch is a good alternative.

This watch gets the basic functions down. The altimeter is fairly accurate when it is calibrated to a known elevation before use. The altitude log does a good job of tracking total ascent and descent. The compass is good for getting a general idea of your bearing. I have yet to use the ski chronograph so I cannot comment on its function. I have also only dabbled a little with the barometer.

The thing I wish this watch could do is link to a computer so I could download trip or lap information for easier tracking of training.

All in all I am pleased with this watch and will use it for many years to come.

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Tech Specs:

Altimeter:
Yes 
Barometer:
Yes 
Compass:
Yes 
Stopwatch:
Yes 
Chronograph:
Yes 
Thermometer:
Yes 
Heart Rate Monitor:
No 
Waterproof:
Yes, 30m 
Backlight/ Electroluminescent:
Yes 
Alarms:
Yes 
Recommended Use:
Skiing , climbing, training 
Weight:
2.5oz (71g) 

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