Even years later, reviewers like those at Canadian Running Magazine praise it for its simplicity and accuracy in tracking distance and pace. It’s a great "purity" watch—just you, the GPS, and your splits.
It sounds like you're looking for the "backstory" on buying a , or perhaps a little guidance on whether it’s still the right move today.
This model has been officially discontinued by Garmin. You won't find it new on their shelves, so your best bet is hunting for "New Old Stock" or used units on platforms like eBay or Amazon .
If you want a cheap, reliable GPS watch that doesn't need to be charged every night and you don't care about wrist-based heart rate, it’s a steal. If you want modern smart features or built-in heart rate tracking, you might want to look at the Forerunner 45 or Forerunner 55 instead. Garmin Forerunner 230 & 235 In-Depth Review - DC Rainmaker
When it was new, it retailed for around $250–$330 , but you can likely find it much cheaper now on the secondhand market.
