Victoria Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I'm joining a fitness club soon, and can you believe it -- no idea which watch to wear. Narrowed down choices include: - DSN 112 (too bulky?) - 42.5mm PO (too flimsy?) - HBB Aspen (too fashionista?) That's why I went with that rather minging Swiss Army watch shown in the Wristcheck. I need a watch which can withstand running, lifting, and saunas. Possibly a dip in the jacuzzi -- so obviously, no chronos. I may have to actually BUY a rep watch for this venture. Your thoughts would be appreciated, but let me ask you in general: What watch do you wear for working out, or jogging, bicycling, swimming, etc.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slai Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Usually my PO or Seiko orange monster to the gym. I've worn my Cousteau on the odd occasion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted January 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Usually my PO or Seiko orange monster to the gym. I've worn my Cousteau on the odd occasion. Neither of the first two watches are small. Does the bulkiness bother or hamper you? I guess this is one of those times where being a woman REALLY makes it different for me, because I have weak wrists. I used to kickbox and run, so my thighs are overdeveloped, not my upper-body. The Cousteau is a good suggestion, though I don't have one. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiker01 Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I'm joining a fitness club soon, and can you believe it -- no idea which watch to wear. Narrowed down choices include: - DSN 112 (too bulky?) - 42.5mm PO (too flimsy?) - HBB Aspen (too fashionista?) That's why I went with that rather minging Swiss Army watch shown in the Wristcheck. I need a watch which can withstand running, lifting, and saunas. Possibly a dip in the jacuzzi -- so obviously, no chronos. I may have to actually BUY a rep watch for this venture. Your thoughts would be appreciated, but let me ask you in general: What watch do you wear for working out, or jogging, bicycling, swimming, etc.? Hi Victoria! Welcome to the club!!! The Fitness Club, I mean! I wear my Rolex Subs and YMs most of the time.....just make sure they're waterproof! Enjoy your workout! You'll be hurting for a few days (after your weight training), but it will go away! Take it slow the first week! You'll be running in South Beach by spring!!! Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordRasta Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Nothing at all. I take off any watch I'm wearing, gen or rep and my wedding ring when I work out. The only "time" I'm interested in when working out is the time on the machine I'm on. It counts down and I stare at it the whole time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mezzanine Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I typically wouldn't wear a watch to the gym, but if I had to, it would be my 1680, as it is the lightest and least conspicuous of my watches, as far as getting in the way during sets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Believe it or not, this one: ...But you have to remember a couple of things: I have the uncanny ability to move deftly between $60,000 and $60 chronographs, and I work out at home, so I'm not trying to impress anyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slai Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Neither of the first two watches are small. Does the bulkiness bother or hamper you? For the most part, no. The only time I take off my watch is during certain exercises at the cable station. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magagne Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I use a cardiac digital watch chrono is a lot easier to read than ANY analog chrono) or, in the past, I use a Seiko MONSTER on a NATO strap to do my daily mountain bike training. Killer look. But very heavy, but cuz I keep my hand on the bar, it didn't bother me. I suggest to you a very light watch (a CASIO G-SHOCK),and due to perspiration, is the best IMHO to do training session. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perry563 Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 How about a Tiger woods Tag golf watch? They have a rubber strap and a sturdy mechanism so the watch will not wander on the wrist (always anoying when running). Its also not costly so if you do bang it up a bit no worries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted January 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 [*]I have the uncanny ability to move deftly between $60,000 and $60 chronographs, and Check. [*]I work out at home, so I'm not trying to impress anyone:lol: Not check. See, this is it. I live in South Beach, and the potential gym is located inside a hotel (it's got famous people like Puffy staying there all the time -- don't worry, this doesn't mean I'll be name-dropping if I see one. I'll take pics instead! ). On the one hand, who cares, I'm there to work out. But after all these rep watches I bought, can I really go back to my Nike running watch? Isn't that the POINT of rep watches: that they're more disposable than a gen? And Slai, aren't you scared to lose your watch when you put it down?? I would be. Disposable yes, but still a hassle to lose. The black Tag Tiger Woods is too masculine-looking for me (it's boxy), but I believe there's one in white. Thanks Perry, guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted January 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I suggest to you a very light watch (a CASIO G-SHOCK),and due to perspiration, is the best IMHO to do training session. Magagne, thanks. (I miss your "V for Vendetta" avatar, BTW!) I am reminded that Erwinner said he worked out with his 177h on a Toscana Fiero strap (!). That's another thing. For me, Rubber diver strap only, with a PAM. I can't imagine sweating into one of the pricey PAM straps. Hope Nanuq answers. Can't believe he wears those vintage Rolexes whilst bicycling in Alaska. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976 Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I usually wear my breitling evo grafite in the gym and because it is waterproofed has no problem of sweat or the shower,and most important it looks really good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slai Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 And Slai, aren't you scared to lose your watch when you put it down?? I would be. I slip it in my pocket. Sometimes I bring 3-4 watches with me if I plan on doing some cardio on the elliptical and just switch watches every 5 mins. Beats having a watch winder. Ok, I made that part up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllergyDoc Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I wear this inexpensive SMP. With the diver's extension open it fits perfectly over my lifting gloves. (I wear the one on the right, obviously.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I think i have worn all of mine at some point in the gym or for sport, even a fiddy!, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rckh Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 For me I'll wear a Casio G-Shock in the Gym! Best Regards, Raymond Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I would recommend a cheap casio for the gym. I find the metal gets irritating and uncomfortable as iget hot, so a casio with rubber strap would be best suited I feel. Also with the casio, you have less risk shaking something loose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phaedo Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Not that I go to the gym, but I work in quite a phisical job, and wear my reps all the time at work - most of the time my BCE that is more than a year old - bracelet needs a polish but otherwise it is running as good as the day I got it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted January 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I would recommend a cheap casio for the gym. I find the metal gets irritating and uncomfortable as iget hot, so a casio with rubber strap would be best suited I feel. Also with the casio, you have less risk shaking something loose. Crikey, the Casios are a popular suggestion. Even Raymond, a man who is elegance personified, suggested it. Will I have to cave in? Thanks, b16a2! Tangential website: You can download a programme from here to help you meet your exercise goals. http://nbfits.com/ Incidentally, the chick is wearing the exact gym gear I just bought! Well, mine is Adidas... You'll notice no watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiker01 Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Victoria, I use to wear this in the gym constantly and as a daily beater before it run out of battery! Its made of titanium (super light), water resistant to 100m, unobtrusive and have several functions: Brand Breitling Series Breitling Aerospace Gender Mens Case Material 18kt Yellow Gold And Titanium Case Thickness 10.4mm Case Diameter 42mm Dial Color Black Bezel Unidirectional Rotating Movement Quartz Clasp Deployment Bracelet 18kt Yellow Gold And Titanium Water Resistant 100m/330ft Crystal Scratch Resistant Sapphire, Double AR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidestro Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I wear a DSN Panerai to the gym, actually the Panerai I bought from Slai! It is the kick ass PVD one on the kevlar strap. No problems with it at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce79 Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I used to wear my Tissot Seastar on a rubber strap but since selling that, I am watchless at the gym which is fine. I suppose if I were to wear anything now, it'd be my PO on an aftermarket rubber strap...no bracelets for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie7s Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I go to the gym every day and I cant figure out why someone would want to wear a watch to the gym. If I had to, I guess I would wear a Nike or Casio digital for the fear of hurting one of my reps and to be sure of water resistance in the shower/sauna. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
striker27 Posted January 13, 2008 Report Share Posted January 13, 2008 I wear these and they are both gens. I like to know how long I have been doing cardio and dont like to try and find a clock. So I just set the bezel and go from their.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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