x6hr question

I'm debating between getting the X6 or the X6hr. I go to the gym a lot and I noticed that the x6hr keeps track of your heart rate as well as altitude and this information is then transmitted to a PC. Will I be able to track my cardio workouts in a gym using the PC software. I would like to keep track of my progress. Is it possible to keep a workout diary using the pc software? Also, I swim a lot, can I use the transmitter in the water? And finally, the advertisement mentions that a extension strap comes with the wristop computer. What is that?

	Suunto X6 HR - Click for more info Just when you thought a sports watch couldn't get any better, Suunto introduces the X6 HR, X6 HRM and X6-HRT. These are truly the next generation in sports watches, packed with all of the technology that Suunto enthusiasts have been craving. Designed for Cross Sports applications, the X6 writstops are functionally very similar to the Suunto X6 - but with the added benefits of a heart rate monitor.

	Suunto X6 - Click for more info Just when you thought a sports watch couldn't get any better, Suunto introduces the X6 HR, X6 HRM and X6-HRT. These are truly the next generation in sports watches, packed with all of the technology that Suunto enthusiasts have been craving. Designed for Cross Sports applications, the X6 writstops are functionally very similar to the Suunto X6 - but with the added benefits of a heart rate monitor.

	Suunto Bands - Click for more info The range of Suunto Core Acessory Straps include the six straps as found on the various Suunto Core wristop computer models as well as three additional straps. All straps are compatible with every Core model, allowing you to custom-tailor your Core to your tastes and needs.

[AltimeterGuy]

I will answer yes to all of your yes/no questions...... It will absolutely track your progress in a daily diary for gym and outdoor workouts. You will be able to select the parameters you would like to graph in your diary. I'm not sure what the extension strap is, but I'm guessing it's the elastic for the heart rate monitor belt. I'll see if I can find out.

AltimeterGuy

	Suunto Bands - Click for more info The range of Suunto Core Acessory Straps include the six straps as found on the various Suunto Core wristop computer models as well as three additional straps. All straps are compatible with every Core model, allowing you to custom-tailor your Core to your tastes and needs.

[Trollesen]

Just wanted to add what Suunto has to say about the use of the Harte Rate monitor 'under' water:
Measuring heart rate under water is difficult of two reasons: - Highly chlorinated pool water and sea water can cause a short circuit in the electrodes, which makes detecting heart rate impossible. - In water activities the transmitter belt easily moves from its correct position. Even though Suunto Wristop Computers are watertight to a certain depth depending on the product, they are not intended to diving or other underwater operating.

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