Hockey Club

Does what it is suppose to, But feels CHEAP! (2008-10-03)
I purchased this product only 2 days ago and I have already sent it back. I was excited to get it at first, what a connivence to be able to change my ipod touch without unlocking the screen. But when I slipped it on my wrist, the first thing I noticed is that its small... I mean this model should be listed as a FEMALE watch, not unisex. Past that I was willing to keep it and try it out. I clicked the buttons and it did change the song, but it felt like the cheapest plastic toy. I was afraid that just by clicking to change songs, it would break. I think that this watch is poor quality, It was nothing like IRON MAN TIMEX I was trying to replace. I do not recommend buying this, unless you plan on getting a new one ever other month.

Perfect for Runners (2008-09-22)
Here's what we like:

It's a Midsize Unisex fit, so both my wife and I ordered black watches. Perfect fit on me. On hers, the face is just a bit big (but OK) and the band comes all the way back around to just below the triangular opening on the band (see the picture), but the excellent built-in strap 'hold-down' keeps it from poking out and looking ridiculous. Very comfortable, lightweight, and "sweat-proof" design.

iControl Works as Advertised, so we can control the separate iPods without reaching down and fumbling around. Just plug in the dongle and go. Response is reliable. This is the main reason we purchased, as the fumbling was becoming too much of a distraction.

No Cross-Talk between units. Very important if you are going to be running together. I actually called Timex to verify this before purchasing.

Additional features, i.e. stopwatch and splits, intervals, alarms, timers, etc. Standard Ironman features, well thought out for the athlete. Waterproof.

What could be improved:

Tactile feel and size of buttons - While the buttons are large enough to be found with bare fingertips, we're wondering about gloved fingers in the winter. Maybe not.

IndiGlo button could be more prominently placed (we often run at night).

Conclusion: At the 50-60 dollar price point, worth every penny. At the 125 MSRP, maybe not so much.

Update -- Design flaw discovered: The INDIGLO "Night Mode" feature does not appear to function correctly on ANY of these iControl watches. This feature (described on page 8 of the owner's manual) allows you to press and hold the INDIGLO button for 4 seconds to activate the Night Mode, after which the press of ANY other button will illuminate the face for four seconds -- a nice feature for night running, and a feature that is found on most of the Ironman INDIGLOs. Unfortunately, while the mode does indeed activate on these iControl watches, it doesn't work correctly, as only three buttons are activated for illumination when depressed (bad), and the duration of the illumination is only for the actual time that you depress the button (very bad). Especially because a prolonged press on the center Play/Pause button will . . . uumm . . . play/pause the iPod, this is not practical, rendering the Night Mode virtually useless. I experienced the exact same flaw with both of the watches that I purchased, as did the rep at Timex with a test watch when I called to report the problem. While he acknowledged the problem ("first time anyone's ever reported this since the watch was released") and indicated that he will "send it up" and get back to me, I'm not holding my breath. Still a good watch, but a disappointing design flaw.

Worth the sale price (2008-08-28)
Watch works as advertised, band is comfortable, and the remote functions are easy to use even through the sleeve of a shirt or rain jacket. It drains the juice from my iPod much faster though.

Terrific man gift! (2008-08-26)
I bought this for my gadget loving guy and he did really like it and uses it a lot at the gym in particular!

great for ipod nano (2008-08-02)
I just got this watch this week as a replacement to my Nike Triax Speed 50 (good watch but the band broke after 10 months use and not replaceable). The Timex watch adds the remote functionality that appealed to me and compatible with my ipod nano (5G). I've tested it out and it has worked great, although the volume buttons are a little stiff but that may be the fact that it's new.

Pros: lightweight and sleek stlying, controlling the ipod remotely while running/exercising is great, time and date is large and easy to read, simple to use and no software to install (pop the adapter in and it's ready to go)

Cons: adapter for the ipod sticks out about an inch - not a big deal for me but if you bought the nano for its compact size, something to consider

I'm happy with the purchase so far and hope that this band will last...