Suunto Core
Average Rating: 
Reviewed by 4 Trailspace users
Description
The Core is an altimeter made by Suunto. It has an average rating of 1.5 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Backcountry.com:
"The Suunto Core Altimeter Watch keeps an eye on approaching storms with an innovative motion-sensing barometric altimeter and looks good doing it. The Core is Suunto's latest companion for the outdoor athlete seeking thin alpine air, with a slimmer profile than you'd expect from a wristtop computer. Along with the Storm Alarm, which switches from pressure-sensitive altimeter to barometer depending on your body movement, the Core advises you directionally with a digital compass, gives accurate temperature readings from -20 to 140 degrees, and measures underwater depth to 30 feet. The Core even provides all this information in English, French, Spanish, and German. Suunto managed to pack all of those features, plus regular timekeeping, chronograph, alarm functions and more into a variety of cases that, while technical in appearance, won't look out of place when you head downtown for the evening."
From REI:
"Suunto Core multifunction watch provides advanced features for the vertically inclined considered essential equipment for backcountry endeavors! Altimeter, Barometer, Compass (ABC) wristop design delivers crucial data for gauging performance, direction and weather. Barometric altimeter is accurate to 30,000 ft. and displays current elevation and elevation gain/loss and records entire session for later analysis. Unique start-from-zero function simplifies altimeter usage by eliminating need to enter a reference altitude. Barometer function measures and records air pressure to help predict changing conditions; weather trend indicator shows history over last 3 - 6 hours. Automatic Alti/Baro mode senses movement, or lack thereof, and seamlessly switches between altimeter and barometer functions. Storm alarm feature activates when a rapid drop in air pressure is detected over a 3-hour period; alarm sounds and flashes to indicate bad weather. Digital compass monitors direction; set and follow a bearing using rotating bezel ring or point top of watch in direction of travel to lock in bearing. Sunrise/sunset times ensure you never miss another beautiful dusk or dawn; set regional data and watch will inform you how much daylight remains. Snorkelers will appreciate the accurate depth readings to 10m (30 ft.). Long-lasting stainless-steel housing and stretch stainless-steel link strap are built to withstand rugged outdoor usage while looking sharp indoors."
From RockCreek:
"The Suunto Core Watch utilizes the most advanced Altitude and Barometric wristop technology on the market. With constantly accurate environmental information you get total confidence in the backcountry when wearing the Core watch. Climbing a peak in a far away land? Need to know how high your climb went? Current altitude? What are your bearings? Is weather on the way? All of these questions are incredibly important to your safety when spending any time in the outdoors, especially when you are far away from civilization and help. Here are just a few of things the Core can do for you when you wear it. We are impressed, how about you?Altimeter: Accurate to 30,000 feet, displays current elevation, shows elevation gain/loss, and records your entire session for later analysis. Barometer: Measures and records air pressure to help you predict changing conditions. Features automatic Alti/Baro mode that senses movement or lack thereof, switching between altimeter and barometer accordingly. Weather Trend Indicator shows 3-6 hour barometric history. Storm Alarm: Activated by a rapid drop in air pressure over a three-hour period, the Storm Alarm sounds and flashes, letting you know that something unpleasant is fast approaching. Compass: Digital compass keeps track of direction. Bearing lock with traditional rotating bezel or adjustable digital lock. Sunrise / Sunset: Just set your continent, region and city, and you'll always know how much daylight remains for safe climbing, skiing and off-trail travel. Snorkeling: Head into the surf and the Suunto Core shifts from air to water pressure, providing accurate depth readings to 30 feet."
From OEGear.com:
"22% OFF THIS PRICE!The Suunto Core is the benchmark of Suunto's ABC (Altimeter, Barometer, Compass) wristop computers, furnishing the best features of top-selling Suunto predecessors, and then advancing upon their legacy with innovative environmental monitoring functions that any outdoor adventurer will find invaluable. The Suunto Core is the culmination of years of testing, research, user feedback from the field, and technological advancements in the Suunto laboratory."
User Reviews
Core
Reviewed by Jostian, Jan 25, 2008
Core
Reviewed by Jimsoucie, Jan 12, 2008
My only issue with it is the watch is a little thick so it fits tight under some jackets. But overall it is a very nice product."
Core
Reviewed by Ask, Jan 07, 2008
Core
Reviewed by NotHappy, Dec 07, 2007
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Core at 7 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
 Backcountry.com | Core Altimeter Watch | $248.95 | Buy Now |
 RockCreek | Core Watch | $274.95 | Buy Now |
 OEGear.com 6 purchase options: | Core Black Yellow Watch | $194.22 | Buy Now |
| Core Light Green Watch | $194.22 | Buy Now | |
| Core Black Orange Watch | $272.22 | Buy Now | |
| ► more Core choices from OEGear.com | |||
 Beyond Outside | Core Black Orange | $349.00 | Buy Now |
 US Outdoor Store 2 purchase options: | Core Black / Yellow Watch | $275.00 | Buy Now |
| Core Steel Steel Watch | $649.00 | Buy Now |
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