Suunto Core Multifunction Watch - Regular Black

Rated: 4 by 4 reviews.

REI

Considered an essential piece of gear for backcountry endeavors, the Suunto Core multifunction watch provides advanced features for the vertically inclined.

  • Altimeter, Barometer, Compass (ABC) wrist-top design delivers crucial data for gauging performance, direction and weather
  • Barometric altimeter is accurate to 30,000 ft. and displays current elevation and elevation gain/loss, and records entire session for later analysis
  • Unique start-from-zero function simplifies altimeter usage by eliminating need to enter a reference altitude; a single push of a button begins tracking your ascent or descent
  • Barometer function measures and records air pressure to help predict changing conditions; weather trend indicator shows history over the last 3 - 6 hrs.
  • Automatic Alti/Baro mode senses movement, or lack thereof, and seamlessly switches between altimeter and barometer functions in order to provide accurate readings
  • Storm alarm feature activates when a rapid drop in air pressure is detected over a 3 hr. period; alarm sounds and flashes to indicate the possibility of bad weather
  • Digital compass monitors direction; set and follow a bearing using rotating bezel ring or point top of watch in direction of travel to lock in bearing
  • Sunrise/sunset times ensure you never miss another beautiful dusk or dawn; set regional data and the watch will inform you how much daylight remains
  • Hang the watch in your tent and keep an eye on the digital thermometer to see just how low the temperature goes
  • Snorkelers will appreciate the accurate depth readings to 10m (30 ft.)
  • Durable composite housing, aluminum bezel and solid elastomer strap are built to withstand rugged outdoor use
  • Select 1 of 4 languages (English, German, French and Spanish) along with other personal preferences
  • Standard features include dual time, date, alarm, countdown timer, sports chronograph and backlight
  • Includes a user replaceable CR2032 battery

Analog or Digital:Digital
Construction:Resin
Data link:No
Date window:Yes
Face diameter:1.8 inches
Gender:Unisex
Illumination:Yes
Watch band material:Resin
Water-resistance:30 meters
Weight:2.22 ounces

Suunto Core Multifunction Watch - Regular Black Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

I am happy with this product.

Rating:****
I will use this everyday, but I purchased it for backpacking, hiking and camping. I replaced the old Casio watch I had for backpacking. This is an improvement in that it does not get caught on my clothing when I put them on and I like the larger face. At first I did not like the combined Alti/Baro feature, but the more I use it, it seems to make sense. So far, I like the accuracy, but I just purchased it last week. So far, I am happy. My only complaint is the users manual. It is not very clear. I found how to set it up the way I wanted by trial and error. The manual was almost useless.
jackofclubs at REI on 11/11/2009

Pretty Cool Watch

Rating:****
I like this watch a lot because I love how it looks, I like that it's a bit bigger and feels substantial, and I like the altimeter. I appreciate it more for the cool / gadget factor than for using it entirely for what it's made for. Nothing beats carrying around an actual GPS device if that's what you need.
Jason Liebe at REI on 11/11/2009

NIce all around

Rating:****
A great watch. I wear it to school, to work, and in the field. The altimeter is accurate to about 10-ft when calibrated at trailhead. Slightly bulky but light, you will often forget its on your wrist.
ACASH14 at REI on 01/01/2010

Neutral Reviews:

Improvement in size, not reliability.

Rating:***
The Suunto Core is step in the right direction for the company in making a more streamlined and wearable product. Previous Suunto Multi-Functions, such as the Vector were too large for practical use and would often interfere with clothing and equipment due to its bulk. The Core does not. While the Core is a decrease in size, it may too be a decrease in quality. The construction of the watch is solid, but the internal instrumentation is not. I am fairly certain that the box that the watch came in is not 158 degrees inside. No amount of reseting the watch seems to work. Furthermore, the compass used in conjunction with the back light draws too much power for the Core to cope; the back light pulsates in compass mode. I will be exchanging this watch for a new one in the hope that these issues are not product wide. TBD.
H5 at REI on 10/10/2009