Review Suunto Race S

Data 31/07/2024

The Suunto line of watches has been a reference in the world of hiking and running for years, and the new Suunto Race S is the latest member of the family. In the trail runner category, I have had the opportunity to test this watch and use it in a variety of outdoor sports. Next, we delve into knowing its features and specifications.

Design and screen

The Suunto Race S has inherited the minimalist and resistant design of its predecessor, but with some changes that make it even more attractive. We are talking about a lighter and more compact product, which makes it perfect to wear on the wrist for long periods of time. It has a high-definition AMOLED touch screen, clear and easy to read even in both low and bright light conditions. All of it behaves very fluidly when navigating through the set of interfaces.

GPS and maps

In terms of GPS, the Suunto Race S has a great ability to receive GPS signals ultra-briefly, which means that it is not necessary to wait for the signal to stabilize to start a route. In addition, it also has its prestigious navigation and map system, which is truly fast, precise and intuitive. This is one of the great achievements of the brand, since the maps work surprisingly well. They are highly fluid and accessible, whether you are on an open forest trail or immersed in a leafy forest.

Frequency sensors

The watch also features an improved redesign of the heart rate sensors, allowing for advancement and accuracy in heart rate monitoring. This is especially useful for those runners who want to work by heart zones in their training, contributing to highly accurate data collection. In addition, it helps us to carefully calibrate the amount of calories burned, breaths per minute, etc.

Battery

Focusing on autonomy issues, the Suunto Race S battery lasts up to 30 days in normal mode or up to 30 hours in GPS mode with maximum accuracy, which is perfect for extended adventures. In this sense, it offers the possibility of configuring activities or training with the help of its different modes and settings, being able to extend up to 120 hours of autonomy in Tour Mode for extreme adventures or in stages. With this, it is surprising how in a watch of small dimensions you can have great peace of mind and freedom in terms of autonomy.

News and distinctive features

Compared to the Suunto Race, the Suunto Race S takes a step forward in terms of design, technology and functionalities. The new watch is lighter, more accurate and offers more options to customize its settings. In addition, this latest launch from the Finnish brand is even more financially affordable than its predecessor, making it an excellent option for those users looking for performance and guarantee, all at a reduced price.

Conclusion

In summary, the latest release from the Suunto brand has become an ideal watch for trail runners who need a device that is resistant, easy to use and intuitive and that offers complete and advanced functionalities. Likewise, both its minimalist and resistant design, fluid behavior, and its wide variety of adjustments and precision, make this the perfect watch for those trail runners who seek to improve our training and performance.

We are facing a revolution clock: it reduces in size and increases in quality.