Suunto Nylon Watch Band for Metron, XLander and Yachtsman

Ahoy, Yachtsman. Permission to check out your cool watchband? The Suunto Nylon Watch Band is compatible with three Suunto watches: Xlander, Metron, and Yachtsman. This band is simply a black, nylon replacement that looks just like the original. It's waterproof, lightweight, flexible and comes with a new set of pins.

$19.45

Leather Watchband a Comfort
Suunto builds magnificent watches and outfits each with just the right band. For five years I've been wearing Suunto sports timepieces. First the Spyder, a scuba diver's friend and lifesaver, with its ability to record and display 40 hours of dive profiles and to sound underwater alarms when limits are about to be exceeded, to the X-Lander, a marvel for hikers and climbers. For the former, the stainless steel watch band is perfect for salty environments. The X-Lander however, needs a leather strap to provide comfort and service in any weather and temperature. Leather eventually wears out and I want you to know I much appreciate your quick support to provide me with a new, Suunto-perfect band. Your service, price and speed is unmatched, in my experience of buying products on line. Thanks for the great support.

The real thing
The original strap on my Xlander failed years ago. After a couple of failed attempts with drug-store replacements, I gave up and I took to carrying the watch in my pocket (or not carrying it at all). I almost lost the watch several times because of this. I ordered the replacement strap through this website. It comes with the proper sized strap and correctly bent retention pin. The service was excellent and delivered on time and as promised. After a bit of a struggle to get the pin to seat, the replacement strap was installed and I can wear the watch again. While you might balk at the price, no other strap works like the genuine Suunto item, and you will save yourself time, money, and frustration by just buying the correct part in the first place.

Training Tips

Cross training gives your body a chance to recover while still exercising. If yesterday has a hard run day up and down hills, then today's bicycle ride gives your aching knees a well deserved break.

Anaeroic threshold is when lactic acid starts to build up in your body as your muscles are not getting the oxygen they require. This threshold is typically expressed as a percentage of your VO2 max - the amount of oxygen per kilogram of weight that a person can use in converting fuel to energy. Elite athletes threshold might be as high as 90% of VO2 max.

Efficient running position allows you to run farther and faster. Keep the heel raise to a minimum, relax your upper body and hands, keep your upper body poised and quiet.

If you want to make progess in your training, join a running group. A commitment to meet on a regular basis with a group of like minded individuals will help you keep your focus.