[Krak]

Robertp,
After about 2 years my Observer band began cracking as well. I was able, with much persuasion, to get my band replaced on warranty. I have the Ti. Observer and the cost to replace was about $80.00 Canadian which is why I bitched about it and got it replaced for free. I expect the band to fail in two years from now but probably will not be able to get another one for free since my watch will be over 4 years old. Kind of a drag.

With regard to replacing the band I had two watch stores "try" to replace it with no luck. I ended up doing it myself, which took a lot of patience and a bit of muscle to squeeze the band into its slot. My recommendation: send your watch back to Suunto and get them to replace and install a new band.

Good luck!
krak

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