What brand of outdoor mountaineering watch is better? What are the uses of outdoor mountaineering watches?

Hikers love to go hiking outdoors. Hiking and feeling the nature is also a very good way to relax. Nowadays, some equipment for outdoor hiking is becoming more and more advanced and complete. For example, smart hiking watches can not only show your heart rate, but also monitor temperature, weather, altitude and other conditions in real time.

What brand of outdoor climbing watch is better?

First of all, you have to determine the outdoor activities you are engaged in, such as skiing, mountaineering, swimming, rock climbing, cross-country running, hiking, cycling, etc. Different watches for different projects have different levels of professionalism and functions.

For example, the G-Shock 5600J can be operated underwater when swimming. For mountaineering, you can choose Suunto's Expedition series or Core series, for running, you can choose Garmin's 235 or Yizhun e1, and for trail running, you can choose Suunto's Sparta or Garmin's Fly 5.

Furthermore, in terms of price, Casio, Suunto and Garmin are generally more expensive. Generally, sports enthusiasts choose more suitable watches based on their own financial situation.

For example, Yizhun. Compared with Suunto and Garmin, although Yizhun is inferior to the first two brands in many functions, its affordability and practicality have won the love of more and more people.

Huami is also another relatively affordable watch in China. The Huami 2nd generation is 1,000 yuan, which is much cheaper than Suunto or Garmin watches with the same functional level. If the budget is not very large, it is the best choice for many cross-country, triathlon, and marathon enthusiasts.

In terms of style, the currently popular outdoor watches are made of high-quality stainless steel, titanium alloy, rubber, ceramic alloy, etc., with many different appearances, including black and white screens, touch color screens, and so on.

What are the uses of outdoor mountaineering watches?

The general functions of outdoor smart watches include: timing, heart rate, altitude, air pressure, speed, compass and other data, providing accurate and professional sports data for reference for professionals or non-professionals, which is guaranteed in our activities.

1. Timing

Running, climbing or hiking can provide a rough reference of time, which helps us estimate the distance, difficulty, etc.

2. Heart rate

Generally speaking, for ordinary sports enthusiasts, it is enough to know that the heart rate is lower than the maximum heart rate, while professional athletes need to monitor their physical condition at all times.

3. Altitude

This data is often needed in mountaineering. According to the height you climb every day, you can estimate how far you are from the summit. Also, for those who are not used to the relatively high altitude during high-altitude sports, the altitude data can be used as a reference to record their own discomfort with the altitude.

4. Pace

When running marathons and cross-country runs, monitor your speed at all times. It is easier to achieve good results while maintaining a certain rhythm (pace), and your personal body functions will also become more adapted.

5. Compass

It can ensure your safety in the mountains and forests to a certain extent, and you can also choose the route according to the map.

6. Temperature

Monitor the temperature and use it as a reference for adding or removing clothes.

7. Sunrise and sunset

Set the alarm according to the sunrise and sunset times to watch the magnificent scenery of sunrise and sunset.

8. The Storm

When hiking outdoors, changes in air pressure may be a sign of an approaching storm, so you can prepare to set up camp in advance.

9. Trajectory

Generally, it is brought in before the race and the race is carried out according to the track to avoid getting lost and affecting the results, and to ensure safety.

10. Oxygen Uptake

Reference oxygen uptake, targeted training, improved performance

How to save energy when climbing outdoors

1. Exercise more often and learn to adjust your state on the road, mainly your heart rate;

2. Go uphill slowly and stop less often. Speed ​​up appropriately on flat roads. Go downhill in an S-shape to avoid damage to your knees.

3. Travel light with light equipment; use more equipment appropriate to the itinerary, such as trekking poles, snow boots, skis, crampons, etc.

4. Replenish energy in time. Carry candies, chocolates, Snickers, etc. with you.