The Polar S725 cycling computer combines the highest level of personal performance data, training conditions like altitude and temperature, and cycling functions. It comes with the WearLink coded transmitter, which is made from a soft fabric material that will contour to your body's every curve. With optional infrared connectivity (using the Polar IR - USB Interface), you can download exercise data directly to your PC without a separate interface. The cycling features include wheel size settings for two bicycles, measurement of speed and riding time, an odometer, and an AutoStart function. A wireless sensor measuring cycling speed and distance via a magnet rotating on the front or the rear wheel depending on the sensor. The Interval Trainer feature automatically guides you through the interval training session with the help of preset exercise phases: warm-up, intervals, and cool-down. The interval phase is divided into interval and recovery calculation sections, which alternate continuously throughout your interval phase. The distance-based recovery measurement ends your recovery as you reach the selected distance.
It comes with the S725 wrist receiver, a transmitter that's worn comfortably around your chest, and an elastic strap to hold the transmitter in place. The wristwatch-like receiver features a large display that includes 12/24-hour time of day, alarm, and stopwatch.
You can also better assess your training data using the included Polar Precision Performance (PPP) 4.0 software when you transfer data from the monitor to the PC via a wireless infrared (IR) connection. This feature requires a PC with an IR window or you will need a separate Polar IR interface.
The OwnCal feature shows your energy expenditure during one exercise session as well as your accumulated kilocalories during several exercise sessions. It also allows you to set daily and weekly exercise goals in terms of calorie expenditure. The OwnIndex feature will determine your fitness level, track your improvements, and provide motivation. Polar's OwnCode technology blocks unwanted signals from other heart rate monitors, ensuring disturbance-free transmission of your heart rate data.
The S725's visual and audible alarms alert you when you reach your target heart rate zone. The Time in Target Zone feature calculates the amount of total exercise time spent in your personal target zone. You can use this feature together with the Total Exercise Time to determine the effectiveness of your exercise program. You can also set your target zones as a percentage of your maximum.
Feature Detail:
- Displays your heart rate as beats per minute and percentage of maximum heart rate, average heart rate, and exercise duration
- Cycling measurement features include speed, distance, and training conditions like altitude and temperature
- Wirelessly sends exercise data to PC via infrared connection
- Allows you to set 5 exercise sets for interval training with HR target zones and recovery calculation
- Records a complete file and five summary files of the exercises
- Predicts your maximal oxygen uptake
- Reduces possible interference from other heart rate monitors
- Target heart rate zones with audible and visual alarm
- UpLink feature enables download of exercise set from Polar web site
- Large easy-to-read display with backlighting and split screen
- 24-hour clock with day/week indicator and stopwatch
- 1.5-year average battery life
- Water resistant to 20 meters
What's in the Box?
S725 heart rate monitor watch unit, wireless transmitter, elastic strap, battery (built-in CR2032 lithium cell), bike mount, wireless cycling sensor, printed instructions
Manufacturer Warranty
2-year limited warranty
Note:
Polar heart rate monitors are precision instruments; consumers are not advised to change their own battery. Polar recommends that all service be done by an authorized Polar Service Center which will include a warranty for 90 days on repairs and 6 months for batteries.
About Polar
The first EKG accurate wireless heart rate monitor was invented by Polar back in 1977 as a training tool for the Finnish National Cross Country Ski Team. The concept of "intensity training" by heart rate swept the athletic world in the eighties. By the 1990s, individuals were looking to heart rate monitors not only for performance training needs, but also for achieving everyday fitness goals. Today, the same concept of heart rate training is being used by world-class athletes as well as everyday people trying to lose weight. Polar is the leading brand among consumers, coaches, and personal trainers worldwide and the company is committed to not only producing the best products, but also being the leading educator on the benefits of heart rate based exercise.
