Stryd Foot Pod and Running Watch?

[ColorBlindJames]

I recently ordered a Stryd foot pod but discovered upon receiving it that there was no way to get it to display power or other info on my Garmin Forerunner 45 watch as the 45 is not compatible with the Stryd.

I was excited to incorporate the Stryd into my training but I ended up returning it without using it since it didn't work with my watch.

My question is: Should I get another or a different watch that is actually compatible with the Stryd?

Any advice from those who use or have used a Stryd would be most welcome.

 

[RW Staff]

Hi @ColorBlindJames,

I have been interested in running power metrics for training purposes for a little while now. While the Garmin Forerunner 45 isn't compatible, the Garmin Forerunner 245 series is.

Whether to get another watch depends on when you want your data. If you don't mind not having access to it while running and waiting until you can sync your pod to your phone, then staying with the Forunner 45 will work. If you want to see and use the metrics while you are on your run, then you will want to switch watches.

I haven't personally used the stryd pod yet, but its something I am curious about and hope to try in the near future. Have you been able to sync it to your phone and see the data it collects?

Tyler
RW Staff

 

[ColorBlindJames]

I was planning on using it so that I could see the power and pace info on my watch while I was running. Since the Forerunner 45 didn't allow me to do that, I ended up returning the Stryd without even using it, as I was unable to use it for my intended purpose.

I'm still interested in trying the Stryd, but not sure if I want to buy an entirely new watch just to be able to use it how I want.

 

[RW Staff]

@ColorBlindJames, that Is understandable. Watches are an investment. If you are interested in a GPS watch that has a power meter built into it, the Polar Vantage V will offer it in an all in one package. The big downside is that the price tag is up there with some of the higher-end Garmin watches. additionally, since there isn't a standard tool for measuring run power, data between Polar and Stryd might look different.

Tyler
RW Staff

 

[ehanneken]

I have a Stryd pod but I don't use it anymore. The main problem was that Garmin didn't let me set power zones for my workouts. I could always see what my current power was, but there was no way to set lower or upper boundaries for each segment. I had to keep glancing at my watch and translating the wattage to a zone in my head.

I think Stryd may now have a Connect IQ app that lets you set up workouts with power zones, but without it you still can't do it on Garmin watches. I'm pretty sure Polar has better native power support, though.

 

[RW Staff]

I have a Stryd pod but I don't use it anymore. The main problem was that Garmin didn't let me set power zones for my workouts. I could always see what my current power was, but there was no way to set lower or upper boundaries for each segment. I had to keep glancing at my watch and translating the wattage to a zone in my head.

I think Stryd may now have a Connect IQ app that lets you set up workouts with power zones, but without it you still can't do it on Garmin watches. I'm pretty sure Polar has better native power support, though.

@ehanneken that is good to know regarding how Stryd works with Garmin. I have tried the Polar native power program was fairly impressed by it. It took a bit for me to understand the metrics. But once I did, I thought it was both fun and useful to incorporate into my workouts. I ended up sticking with my Garmin watch however because Polar's GPS accuracy was fairly off from the Suunto and Garmin watches I was using at the time. I am sure that there have been more recent updates that have corrected the issue though.

Tyler
RW Staff

 

[Ben Anastasoff]

I have really been wanting to get Stryd for a while now, but it is kind of expensive. Does anyone know of a way I could get it for a discount. I have military ID if any company does any sort of deal for that.

 

[npurdy1112]

Ive been using Stryd pod all year and would not recommend. The thing is too inconsistent. I had calibrated each shoe (as they recommend on their website) and the thing is still way off, changes settings on its own, resets itself to factory settings. They say the things can be off up to 3%. Mine was off 5% today on a USATF course and that was calibrated per their protocol (checked the math multiple times).

 

[jerrothomas]

I have a Stryd pod but I don't use it anymore. The main problem was that Garmin didn't let me set power zones for my workouts. I could always see what my current power was, but there was no way to set lower or upper boundaries for each segment. I had to keep glancing at my watch and translating the wattage to a zone in my head.

I think Stryd may now have a Connect IQ app that lets you set up workouts with power zones of The GP510, but without it you still can't do it on Garmin watches. I'm pretty sure Polar has better native power support, though.

Stryd is a leading brand in the field of running power meters, offering innovative foot pods and compatible running watches to help athletes optimize their training and performance. Here's how the Stryd foot pod and running watch work together:

1. Stryd Foot Pod: The Stryd foot pod is a small, lightweight device that attaches to the shoelaces or clips onto the waistband of your running shorts. It measures various running metrics, including pace, distance, cadence, vertical oscillation, and most notably, running power. Running power is a more advanced metric than traditional metrics like heart rate or pace, as it takes into account factors like terrain, wind, and fatigue to provide a more accurate measure of running effort