NK Speed Coach Review

First of all, it’s awesome. I like the better than the speed puck and my Garmin for it's display and accuracy. I love the way it counts stroke rate. It's easy. It holds a charge.

What's missing: The thing that stands out most to me is the lack of an online resource such as Garmin Direct. It will store data, but lacks the online interface. I do hear it’s in the works and that those who buy one now will have an incentive to buy the new one when it comes out although it's unofficial. I love GArminConnect. But, I don't get instant, visible feedback, which is why so many of us have found ways to mount our Garmins on our boards rather than just buying a display like this. We were too stuck in the Tri and running worlds prior to training with a paddle

Jason at Carolina Paddleboard Company has it mounted on a Tooluxe 4-3/4 Inch Single Handle Suction Cup he bought for $7. I suggest also attaching the mounting strap to something more permanently attached to the board. I've successfully taken it though the surf, although I don't recommend it.

I like that they are waterproof, look close to unbreakable, and holds a charge.

Also, pick a color:

For prone paddling, I noticed it didn't capture stroke rate unless I was knee paddling. When knee paddling, it worked great. I wish it has a heading function. It may have it, but to pick a heading and see the degrees at eye level would be great. A compass works great, too. I know… Duh.

There are basically two versions that I would suggest:

Speedcoach GPS

Function:

GPS Speed (MPH, KM/H)
Stroke Count
Stroke Rate
Elapsed Time
Speed/Split
Average Speed/Split

Features:

200 Data Point Memory
5 Hz GPS
Automatic Backlight
Battery Charger
Brilliantly Clear Display
Impeller Mode Available
Lanyard
Lightweight & Durable
Mounting Strap
Protective Bumper
Rechargeable Batteries
Soft-Carry Pouch
Wireless

Speedcoach GPS: $399.00

Buy it now

Speedcoach GPS with Heart Rate

Functions:

Distance Per Stroke
GPS Speed (MPH, KM/H)
Heart Rate
Stroke Count
Stroke Rate
Elapsed Time
Speed/Split
Average Speed/Split

Features:

200 Data Point Memory
5 Hz GPS
Automatic Backlight
Battery Charger
Bluetooth Low Energy Heart Rate Strap
Brilliantly Clear Display
Impeller Mode Available
Lanyard
Lightweight & Durable
Mounting Strap
Protective Bumper
Rechargeable Batteries
Soft-Carry Pouch
Wireless

Speedcoach GPS with Heart Rate: $479.00

Buy now

Have you tried it? What do you like about it? What don't you like about it? How many of you would recommend it?

Amazing resource with instant feedback, lacks online dashboard

There are basically two versions that I would suggest:

Have you tried it? What do you like about it? What don't you like about it? How many of you would recommend it?

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