Polar cs600: Small but Powerful

When it comes to epitomizing the adage about big things coming in small packages in heart rate monitors, Polar cs600 does the job perfectly.  It is by far the most innovative Polar heart rate monitor in the market with its multifunctional features that combine measurements of power, heart rate, speed, cadence, and altitude.  With the Polar CS600, athletes who want to train with power and with style have found an all-in-one tool to look after their own heart.

What’s on the Outside?

Admittedly, humans are attracted to the package first and the Polar cs600 does not disappoint in its appearance.  With an aerodynamic case and wires made of durable reinforced poly carbonates in black, athletes need not replace bike components as the design of this advanced Polar heart monitor provides for exterior attachments only.  In fact, it seamlessly blends in with almost any bike and does not contribute to drag due to its very light 257-gram weight.

The user can customize the data and functions shown on the head’s screen to allow for real-time performance analysis like altitude-power comparisons.  And with visual and audible alarms for target heart rate zones, semi-automatic back lighting, and water resistance, to name a few exterior features, the Polar cs600 definitely is worth the price when it comes to style considerations.

What’s on the Inside?

Of course, the latest in Polar heart rate monitors must boast of the bells and whistles expected of it and the Polar cs600 again does not disappoint.  However, be warned that it is not a strap-and-go cycling computer; read the manual before and consult during installation to secure the best performance out of this Polar heart rate monitor but it will well worth the effort.

With its ProTrainer 5 software, athletes and trainers have a wide variety of features available to gather training information about power, heart rate, cadence, distance, speed, and altitude, all of which can be displayed in the screen when and where you want it.  The 2.4 GHz disturbance-free transmission allows for lesser interference with the data, which provides for more accurate information on the above mentioned measurements.

Why Choose a Polar cs600

For power, cadence, distance and speed, Polar cs600’s patented Polar Own Optimizer, Cycling Efficiency Index, Incline Measurement, Speed Pointer and Estimated Time of Arrival features perform the job most satisfactorily.  Respectively, these features display training load status, cycling efficiency improvements, uphill and downhill inclines in percentages and grades, differentials in actual versus average speed and pace, and the specific time target for the cycling speed.  Indeed, this Polar heart monitor is designed for the real world and for the real athlete!

Of course, the Polar cs600 will not be a true-blue Polar heart monitor if it does not provide for body performance data.  The Polar OwnCal displays energy expenditure over a specific period of time for each exercise/cycling session, which allows for effective formulation and evaluation of short-term and long-term goals.  On the other hand, the Cycling Economy/Intensity feature provides for forecasts on energy expenditure, which can be utilized to determine nutritional diets on various training schedules.

The Polar cs600 must be in the training arsenal of any athlete who desires to up the ante on his game.  With its small package bursting with powerful features, cycling championships are never far behind.