Timex Global Trainer
GPS Speed Distance Training Comes Down to Earth.
The Timex Ironman Global Trainer Bodylink System is currently in stock and available at all good specialist sports stores through out the UK. While we are re-organising this website to feature our Destination Store partners, please call 0845 838 7573 to find your local stockist:
| Company Name | Location | Phone Number | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Performance | Peterborough, Cambridgeshire | 01733 891 111 |  |
| Advanced Performance | Cambridge, Cambridgeshire | 01223 279 191 | |
| The Lincolnshire Runner | Lincoln, Lincolnshie | 0152 251 2733 | |
| Derby Runner | Spondon, Derbyshire | 01332 280 048 | |
| The Running Shop Northampton | Northampton, Northamptonshire | 01604 701 961 | |
| Total Fitness Nottingham | Nottingham, Nottinghamshire | 0115 922 2226 | |
| Up and Running Nottingham | Nottingham, Nottinghamshire | 0115 924 2242 | |
| Agon Sports | Herne Hill, Greater London | 020 7326 5050 | |
| Bicycle Ltd | Richmond Upon Thames, Greater London | 020 8940 2274 | |
| Kings Road Sporting Club | Chelsea, London | 020 7589 5418 | |
| Lanson Running | Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London | 020 8943 4094 | |
| London City Runner | Ludgate Broadway, London | 020 7329 1955 | |
| London Marathon Store | Covent Garden, London | 020 7240 1244 | |
| Run & Become London | Victoria, London | 020 7222 1314 | |
| The Edge Sports | Cork, Ireland | +353 (0)21 480 6040 | |
| Northern Runner | Newcastle Upon Tyne, City Centre | 0191 2614 322 | |
| Start Fitness | Durham, City Centre | 0191 384 1644 | |
| Start Fitness | North Shields, Tyne & Wear | 0191 259 2528 | |
| Start Fitness | Newcastle Upon Tyne, City Centre | 0191 261 5658 | |
| Natterjack | Liverpool, City Centre | 01283 563331 | |
| Natterjack | Liverpool, Merseyside | 0151 735 1441 | |
| Natterjack | Southport, Merseyside | 0170 454 6082 | |
| Pete Bland Sports | Kendal, Cumbria | 01539 731 012 | |
| Road and Fell Running Ltd | Stockport, Greater Manchester | 0161 477 7287 | |
| Royles | Wilmslow, Cheshire | 0162 554 3440 | |
| Alexandra Sports | Portsmouth, Hampshire | 023 9269 8285 | |
| The Big Adventure Store | Swindon, Wiltshire | 0179 348 8882 | |
| Greaves Sports | City of Glasgow | 0141 221 3322 | |
| Run & Become Edinburgh | Haymarket, Edinburgh | 0131 313 5300 | |
| The Running Shop Aberdeen | City of Aberdeen | 01224 636 299 | |
| A Sporting Life | West Wickham, Kent | 020 8777 3322 | |
| Apex Sports | Farnham Common, Buckinghamshire | 0175 364 7339 | |
| Cliff Roe Sports | Windsor, Berkshire | 01753 842 666 | |
| Cliff Roe Sports | Ascot, Berkshire | 01344 621 639 | |
| Fit 2 Run | Abingdon, Oxfordshire | 01235 553 899 | |
| Moti | Reading, Berkshire | 0118 324 1100 | |
| Pure Tri | Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire | 0845 6808 220 | |
| Runners World Chelmsford | Chelmsford, Essex | 0124 535 1440 | |
| Runners World Colchester | Colchester, Essex | 0120 656 0300 | |
| Runners World East | Chadwell Heath, Essex | 020 8590 0318 | |
| Runners World St Albans | St. Albans, Hertfordshire | 0172 781 1255 | |
| Runners World West | Eastcote, Middlesex | 020 8868 6997 | |
| Surrey Sports | Walton-on-Thames, Surrey | 0193 222 1783 | |
| The Jog Shop | Brighton, East Sussex | 01273 675 717 | |
| Tri Sports | Letchworth, Hertfordshire | 01462 683 615 | |
| Runners Need | Chertsey, Surrey | 01932 566 886 | |
| Ironbridge Runner | Exeter, Devon | 01392 436 383 | |
| MC Sports | Falmouth, Cornwall | 01326 311 805 | |
| Moti | Bristol, Avon | 0117 973 7000 | |
| Total Fitness Bath | Bath, Avon | 0122 5444164 | |
| Up and Running Bristol | Bristol, Avon | 0117 973 9092 | |
| FitnessMonitors UK | Wrexham, North Wales | 0800 328 6512 | |
| Moti | Cardiff, South Wales | 0292 009 0800 | |
| Tri Exercise | Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire | 01437 768 007 | |
| Up and Running Swansea | Swansea, City Centre | 01792 456 060 | |
| Simply Run | Strattford Upon Avon, Warwickshire | 0845 257 0441 | |
| Sutton Runner | Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands | 0121 355 2901 | |
| Tri 1st | Birmingham, West Midlands | 0121 472 0459 | |
| Warwick Sports | Warwick, Warwickshire | 0192 649 7676 | |
Further stocks going into these stores and other speciality sports stores.
Call Timex Ironman helpline 0845 838 7573
The Timex Global Trainer is the first GPS-enabled sports watch worthy of the Timex Ironman name and is the latest outstanding addition to this illustrious range.
The full feature set of the Timex Global Trainer can be found here: Specification Sheet for Timex Global Trainer
The Timex Global Trainer is a powerful training tool. Packed with essential features, advanced functionality and the very latest technology to give athletes the ability to monitor and analyse their workouts like never before.
Timex Global Trainer GPS Speed Distance Fitness Monitor
Pace, speed, distance, altitude and more are all measured in real time. The Timex Global Trainer utilises SiRFstarIII GPS technology to pinpoint your exact location and wireless ANT+ technology to connect with heart rate, speed and cadence sensors and compatible power meters.
Customisable displays in both Timex Global Trainers Performance & Multisport modes to show up to 42 different parameters. The Global Trainer's Navigate mode includes up to 100 waypoints, digital graphic compass, breadcrumb map and real time lat and long.
As you would expect from a Timex chronograph the interval and countdown timers, are extensive and can create complex multi-interval sessions.
Using the various the features and modes Global Trainer lets users personalise their workouts, create custom routes and download performance data to TrainingPeaks, the online training log for in-depth analysis.
Combining GPS technology, outstanding connectivity and a host of unique features, the Timex Ironman Global Trainer is the ultimate training tool.
The Global Trainer is available in two formats:
| TIM303 | T5K444 | Timex Ironman Global Trainer GPS speed + distance with heart rate belt | £306.37 |
| TIM302 | T5K267 | Timex Ironman Global Trainer GPS speed + distance | £255.31 |
For additional product information and specifications please visit our Global Trainer section.
For the latest Global Trainer related press releases and news stories please visit our Press Room.
For further assistance and user support for the Timex Global Trainer Call the Timex Ironman Helpline 0845 838 7573
We have prepared a short FAQ for further assistance:
Q: How can I get a bike mount-I don't see one in the box?
A: There is a bike mount included in every box-in fact the watch comes wrapped around it. So make sure you hold onto that piece!
Q: Is Timex Global Trainer compatible with Macs?
A: Starting September 2010, there will be a Device Agent compatible with Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard) or newer, available on TimexIronman.com/Device Agent
Q: How do I turn on the Global Trainer watch?
A: Hold the left middle button (BACK/PWR) in until you see the display come on with the TIMEX Ironman logo.
Q: I turned the watch on, but none of the buttons are working?
A: You only activated the time display in POWER OFF Mode. Hold down the BACK/PWR button until the TIMEX Ironman logo appears.
Q: Can I start the chrono for my workout before the watch has a GPS signal fix?
A: We recommend keeping the watch still while you're waiting for the GPS signal-that will speed things up. You can start the chrono before getting a signal fix, but no GPS-related speed, distance, pace, altitude or mapping data will be captured.
Q: How long does it usually take to fix onto the GPS signal?
A: The initial GPS fix can take several minutes, but in later use, GPS signals will be captured in less than 90 seconds.
Q: Can I swim with my Global Trainer?
A: Yes, it is water resistant to 50 meters. However, GPS does not work below the surface of the water, so you will only get sport-watch functionality.
Q: How does the countdown timer work?
A: There are five customizable countdown timers on the Global Trainer, each of which can be individually named and programmed to count down and stop, countdown and repeat, or link to another timer (for interval training). To use these timers, you will need to add them to your Performance Mode or MultiSport Mode screen. This can be done manually on the watch, or on your computer through the Device Agent. Once the timer(s) is included on your screen, press the Start/Split button to activate it.
Q: How many pieces of information can I display at one time?
A: Each screen may be customized to display 1- 4 panes of information. There are a total of 5 screens.
Q: How long is the battery life?
A: 15 hours in full time GPS mode, up to 12 days in standby Time of Day
Q: Should I turn off the GPS while indoors?
A: It will help save battery life. If no GPS signal can be found (due to being indoors) you will be prompted to either turn the GPS off or continue to search for GPS. You can also manually turn off the GPS by going to the GPS menu in the CONFIGURE Mode.
Q: Does the Timex Global Trainer read heart rate?
A: Yes, it is compatible with any HRM strap using ANT+ technology
Q: What other ANT+™sensors are compatible with the Timex Global Trainer?
A: The Global Trainer is compatible with the Timex ANT+™Speed/Cadence sensor, as well as aftermarket ANT+™speed, cadence, and combination speed/cadence sensors. The Global Trainer is also compatible with aftermarket ANT+™compatible power meters including SRM, Quark, and Saris/CycleOps.
Q. Do I have to use the GPS for my bike speed and distance measurements?
A: No, when on the bike you may use an ANT+™ bike sensor instead of GPS. This will prolong the Global Trainer battery life, but you will not record mapping information.
Q: Does the Timex Global Trainer compute caloric burn?
A: Yes
Q: Does the Timex Global Trainer sync with any online software?
A: Yes, the Timex Global Trainer downloads through an online device agent to Timex Trainer Online powered by Training Peaks. Go to TimexIronman.com/DeviceAgent to download this software.
Q: What's the easiest way to set up the Timex Global Trainer?
A: All of the basic watch functions and the advanced programmability of the Timex Global Trainer may be completed through your computer. Simply download the software from TimexIronman.com/ DeviceAgent to get started.
Q: How do I replace the battery?
A: The Global Trainer uses a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery that does not need replacement. Simply connect the provided USB adaptor to the appropriate charging location on the watch and you will see the re-charge status as it progresses toward 100% charge.
Q: Will I damage the battery by only partially charging it?
A: No.
Q: How many charges will the battery take?
A: The battery used in the Global Trainer is rated for over 500 full charges before any loss of capacity is noticeable.
Q: Does the Timex Global Trainer come in a smaller size?
A: No. It is available in one size; however it is designed to work with the smallest women's standard wrist profile all the way to the large men's standard wrist profile. The Global Trainer weighs a mere 84 grams - less than three ounces.
Q: Does the Timex Global Trainer utilize a wireless download system to computers?
A: No. The Timex Global Trainer utilizes the USB charging cable to transfer information to and from your computer since it must be recharged periodically anyway.
Q: I am a beginner, is the set-up difficult?
A: No. The Global Trainer is pre-programmed ready to use right out of the box after the first full charge. There is a Quick Start Guide included to review the basic functions as well as an in-depth guide if you chose to become a power user.
Q: Does Timex own its own satellites?
A: No, Timex uses the same satellite constellation as the rest of the world uses for GPS applications. These satellites are owned by the US government.
