This is an awesome watch.I use it for all of my training needs.I run and /bike.I love the large digits,its easy on the eyes.It keeps good time .The best digital screen that I have..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, stylish, Value, Worn all the timeIts just an awesome timepiece.
“Functionality a plus, design a minus”
3
Rated 3 / 5
Posted: Thu, 2009-10-08
By: racerx
Review:
The functionality of this watch is fantastic - as we have all come to expect of this Ironman series. However, one thing to be aware of - the watch band has "Flix Technology" and "100 Lap Memory" written on it in big, bright white letters. Unfortunately it really sticks out like a sore thumb. I do not see the need for the features of the watch to be listed on the wrist band - it takes away from the appeal of the watch. Other than that, a great product..comfortable, easy to read, Performance, Rugged, Worn all the timeAppearanceLove everything but PLEASE remove the tacky "Flix Technology" and "100 Lap Memory" off the band - what is the point? To remind me of the features? It really looks poor. I am sorry to say it, but hope you appreciate the feedback
“Good For Running”
4
Rated 4 / 5
Posted: Mon, 2009-04-13
By: jcf857
Review:
If you've been looking for a watch that is easy to read on the run and while swimming, this is the one for you. With a simple flick of the wrist, you can easily tell what time it is underwater or while running at dusk. It's perfectly shaped to wear on your wrist and the weight is light as air. I highly recommend this one..comfortable, easy to read, Performance, Worn all the timenot enough alarms
“Best Digital Watch on the Market Today”
5
Rated 5 / 5
Posted: Wed, 2010-06-09
By: cypressdog
Review:
This is a magnificent watch. I have several of them in different colors. It is light, relatively flat and comfortable, with a soft band. The big numerals are great for those of us with less than perfect vision. It is easy to set and setting it is quite intuitive--you probably won't need the instructions. I can't say enough about this watch. It is absolutely fantastic. I have even stockpiled a couple of extras so that I will have some spares in the event that Timex discontinues it..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, stylish, ValuenoneSee my review.
“Love the watch, not so much the band...”
4
Rated 4 / 5
Posted: Sat, 2012-01-14
By: OldTriathlete
Review:
I've had three of these watches over many years. Functionally they are awesome.
I use mine in the pool (even 100 laps isn't enough for me sometimes!) and also often while walking and for intervals on the bike trainer or for run/walk and also sometimes cooking timing. All the functions are awesome. I use all the alarms for different things, as well. I also use the timer in class occasionally when giving students a timed task.
My one complaint with all of these has been the band. I've had one band whose little loop thing broke. Now, my current watchband is breaking right at the point where I put it into the buckle. I've lost a little weight and when I went to move it to the smaller notch, it cracked at the previous one. It's about to break into which is very disappointing.
Otherwise, the current watch (#3) has been great. I've replaced the battery once, as I recall, and that's it.
I don't know any other watch maker who makes a 100 lap watch with all these functions, so it's a win in that sense, but the bands need work.
I tried one with the velcro band but for a swimmer that's pretty icky since I do wear my watch all day long. Velcro gets wet from swimming or sweaty from other activities and well, after a while, in addition to being wet/damp, it gets smelly. We still have #2 (velcro band) and my husband uses it on the bike trainer for intervals. the velcro makes it easy to put on the handle bars.
So, the plastic/rubber (or whatever it is) band is the way to go, but it would be nice if they would stop breaking. Granted I wear this watch every day and use it in the water and on the bike, so it gets wet and sweaty and so forth regularly. I just take it off to sleep..Performance, comfortable, easy to read, reliable, many functionsband breaksNo other watchmaker makes a watch with all of these functions and 100 laps.
“Great watch”
4
Rated 4 / 5
Posted: Fri, 2011-10-21
By: BrianD
Review:
This is a reliable, comfortable watch that gives more value than its modest price.
It would be better if there were no silly logos on the strap..Rugged, Performance, comfortable, Battery life, easy to read, Value, reliableAppearance
“Great - when they work”
1
Rated 1 / 5
Posted: Mon, 2009-05-11
By: AllenJames
Review:
One month - 2 down. I love the large digits and easy of use as a 20-year veteran of Timex multi-lap watches that I have used in the Olympics and World Championships. Unfortunately, after my 50-lap fritzed on me, I bought the 100-lap model and now 2 have died within a month of their purchase..comfortable, easy to read, Worn all the timereliabilityI can't depend on the watch.
“IronMan Flix”
3
Rated 3 / 5
Posted: Wed, 2011-12-21
By: jdonadio
Review:
pros: _x000D__x000D_very easy to read, great set of features for me_x000D__x000D_if familiar to Timex and Ironman, easy to set_x000D__x000D_great to have a variety of alarms, timers, etc._x000D__x000D_I use if for sailboat racing_x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_cons_x000D__x000D_battery life_x000D__x000D_like all waterproofing need to get/replace the o-ring to preserve waterproofing, if replacing battery yourself
“A great watch to own!”
5
Rated 5 / 5
Posted: Tue, 2010-11-16
By: CrackerJack
Review:
This watch rates the 80% rating it has received so far. It is comfortable, accurate, easy to set, and the Indiglo makes it a real asset in dim light. If the engraving were not on the band I would call this watch perfect. I am not going to deduct a full step for that flaw, but if we were rating with ten stars I would call it a 9-star instead of a 10..comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, Worn all the timeAppearanceFor the reasons stated in my review, AND I like Timex because of the EXCELLENT service from their Arkansas Maintenance Group.
Product Specs
On-the-Fly Lap or Split Recall
99-Lap Counter
24-Hour Countdown Timer
Nine Interval Timers with Stop, Repeat and Chronograph Auto-Start
Automatic Interval Repetition Counter
Daily, Weekday or Weekend Alarm
Two Time Zones
On-Screen Prompts Make Setting Easy
Forward or Backward Setting
24-Hour Time
Month, Day and Date Display
Product Specification
Attachment Buckle/Clasp Type
Buckle
Attachment Color
Black
Attachment Material
Resin
Attachment Type
Strap
Battery Type
CR2025
Case Color
Silver-Tone
Case Height
12 mm
Case Lug Width
18mm
Case Material
Resin
Case Shape
Round
Case Size
Full-Size
Case Width
44 mm
Crystal/Lens
Acrylic
Dial Markings
Digital
Top Ring Color
Blue
Top Ring Material
Resin
Warranty
1 Year Limited (U.S. Only)
Watch Movement
Digital
Water Resist
100 meters
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“Awesome Ironman”
Posted: Sat, 2009-06-13
By: Ironmike
Review:
This is an awesome watch.I use it for all of my training needs.I run and /bike.I love the large digits,its easy on the eyes.It keeps good time .The best digital screen that I have..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, stylish, Value, Worn all the timeIts just an awesome timepiece.
“Functionality a plus, design a minus”
Posted: Thu, 2009-10-08
By: racerx
Review:
The functionality of this watch is fantastic - as we have all come to expect of this Ironman series. However, one thing to be aware of - the watch band has "Flix Technology" and "100 Lap Memory" written on it in big, bright white letters. Unfortunately it really sticks out like a sore thumb. I do not see the need for the features of the watch to be listed on the wrist band - it takes away from the appeal of the watch. Other than that, a great product..comfortable, easy to read, Performance, Rugged, Worn all the timeAppearanceLove everything but PLEASE remove the tacky "Flix Technology" and "100 Lap Memory" off the band - what is the point? To remind me of the features? It really looks poor. I am sorry to say it, but hope you appreciate the feedback
“Good For Running”
Posted: Mon, 2009-04-13
By: jcf857
Review:
If you've been looking for a watch that is easy to read on the run and while swimming, this is the one for you. With a simple flick of the wrist, you can easily tell what time it is underwater or while running at dusk. It's perfectly shaped to wear on your wrist and the weight is light as air. I highly recommend this one..comfortable, easy to read, Performance, Worn all the timenot enough alarms
“Best Digital Watch on the Market Today”
Posted: Wed, 2010-06-09
By: cypressdog
Review:
This is a magnificent watch. I have several of them in different colors. It is light, relatively flat and comfortable, with a soft band. The big numerals are great for those of us with less than perfect vision. It is easy to set and setting it is quite intuitive--you probably won't need the instructions. I can't say enough about this watch. It is absolutely fantastic. I have even stockpiled a couple of extras so that I will have some spares in the event that Timex discontinues it..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, stylish, ValuenoneSee my review.
“Love the watch, not so much the band...”
Posted: Sat, 2012-01-14
By: OldTriathlete
Review:
I've had three of these watches over many years. Functionally they are awesome.
I use mine in the pool (even 100 laps isn't enough for me sometimes!) and also often while walking and for intervals on the bike trainer or for run/walk and also sometimes cooking timing. All the functions are awesome. I use all the alarms for different things, as well. I also use the timer in class occasionally when giving students a timed task.
My one complaint with all of these has been the band. I've had one band whose little loop thing broke. Now, my current watchband is breaking right at the point where I put it into the buckle. I've lost a little weight and when I went to move it to the smaller notch, it cracked at the previous one. It's about to break into which is very disappointing.
Otherwise, the current watch (#3) has been great. I've replaced the battery once, as I recall, and that's it.
I don't know any other watch maker who makes a 100 lap watch with all these functions, so it's a win in that sense, but the bands need work.
I tried one with the velcro band but for a swimmer that's pretty icky since I do wear my watch all day long. Velcro gets wet from swimming or sweaty from other activities and well, after a while, in addition to being wet/damp, it gets smelly. We still have #2 (velcro band) and my husband uses it on the bike trainer for intervals. the velcro makes it easy to put on the handle bars.
So, the plastic/rubber (or whatever it is) band is the way to go, but it would be nice if they would stop breaking. Granted I wear this watch every day and use it in the water and on the bike, so it gets wet and sweaty and so forth regularly. I just take it off to sleep..Performance, comfortable, easy to read, reliable, many functionsband breaksNo other watchmaker makes a watch with all of these functions and 100 laps.
“Great watch”
Posted: Fri, 2011-10-21
By: BrianD
Review:
This is a reliable, comfortable watch that gives more value than its modest price.
It would be better if there were no silly logos on the strap..Rugged, Performance, comfortable, Battery life, easy to read, Value, reliableAppearance
“Great - when they work”
Posted: Mon, 2009-05-11
By: AllenJames
Review:
One month - 2 down. I love the large digits and easy of use as a 20-year veteran of Timex multi-lap watches that I have used in the Olympics and World Championships. Unfortunately, after my 50-lap fritzed on me, I bought the 100-lap model and now 2 have died within a month of their purchase..comfortable, easy to read, Worn all the timereliabilityI can't depend on the watch.
“IronMan Flix”
Posted: Wed, 2011-12-21
By: jdonadio
Review:
pros: _x000D__x000D_very easy to read, great set of features for me_x000D__x000D_if familiar to Timex and Ironman, easy to set_x000D__x000D_great to have a variety of alarms, timers, etc._x000D__x000D_I use if for sailboat racing_x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_cons_x000D__x000D_battery life_x000D__x000D_like all waterproofing need to get/replace the o-ring to preserve waterproofing, if replacing battery yourself
“A great watch to own!”
Posted: Tue, 2010-11-16
By: CrackerJack
Review:
This watch rates the 80% rating it has received so far. It is comfortable, accurate, easy to set, and the Indiglo makes it a real asset in dim light. If the engraving were not on the band I would call this watch perfect. I am not going to deduct a full step for that flaw, but if we were rating with ten stars I would call it a 9-star instead of a 10..comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, Worn all the timeAppearanceFor the reasons stated in my review, AND I like Timex because of the EXCELLENT service from their Arkansas Maintenance Group.