Love and the Suunto Watch

You know why you do it: why you wake up on weekends well before most people, why you push your body even after you're sure that you can't take another step, and even why your friends sometimes think you're crazy. It's pure and simple, really: you love your sport, from running watches to golf watches, call it passion, even obsession, but you can't imagine your life without it.

You, my friend, are one of a misunderstood, but honorable, breed: the true athlete. And your time on the trail, the course, or the water is precious. You don't want to waste it fiddling around with gadgets that claim to give you improved performance, but really just give you a headache. Still, you're driven to find ways to get the most out of every minute.

That's where the Suunto watch comes in.

What makes each of Suunto's many watch designs special is their absolute reliability, accuracy, and the innovative research and engineering behind each one. The new Suunto Core watch is a perfect example of all these. Refusing to stand still, like you--that's what Suunto is about.

Suunto has kicked it up a notch. The new Core watch and Suunto vector watch has been on nearly every "must have" gear list this year. This latest product upgrades the ABC (altimeter, barometer, compass) functions by automatically switching between altimeter mode when you're going up and barometer mode when you're standing still. The Suunto Core watch barometer feature might just keep you out of danger with its storm-warning alarm, weather trend indicator, and weather graph (not to mention that it's really fun to impress your friends with your weather forecasting abilities). And the graphic display for this barometer is very simple and effective. Just one quick look can tell you if weather conditions are improving or deteriorating. As with every Suunto watch, it's incredibly easy to get started and to learn how to use all the great features. Best of all, the Core has moved toward a more urbane design, one sleek enough to keep you looking hip on the city streets (where, by the way, this digital compass watch can come in handy if you're in an unfamiliar area). Check out the Core, its four different styles, and all its very usable features here.