Gear Review
Highgear Alterra Altimeter Watch
Accurate, but poor quality construction.
By backcountr1324517
Ranked #661 - Running Watches
September 2, 2008
Barometer/altimeter have been quite accurate; elevation lock for barometer is also very good.
Mineral glass face has survived with no scratches with many rock encounters.
Watch has considerable number of functions, but setup can be a bit complex. Particularly nice is the ability to track all elevation gain/loss.
Overall build quality, however, is lacking. Alarm no longer works, plastic casing is separating from watch body. I have also had problems with condensation occluding the LCD readout at high elevations/cold temperatures.
Thus, even though I find functionality to be very good, I cannot recommend this watch due to both electronic and build failures.
View Details: Highgear Alterra Altimeter Watch
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Tech Specs:
- Altimeter:
- Yes
- Barometer:
- Yes
- Timer:
- Yes
- Chronograph:
- Yes
- Thermometer:
- Yes
- Digital Compass:
- Yes
- Declination Adjustable:
- Yes
- Low Battery Indicator:
- Yes
- PC Compatible:
- No
- Waterproof:
- No, water resistant 50m
- Backlight/ Electroluminescent:
- Yes
- Alarms:
- Yes
- Weight:
- 2oz
- Recommended Use:
- Tracking progress in the mountains
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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