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Polar G5 GPS Sensor Set

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Brand POLAR
Special Feature Clip-on GPS sensor, Records accurate GPS positioning data, Lightweight design, Rechargeable battery, Ultra light and Easy-to-wear with a light GPS clip See more
Map Type Satellite
Battery Life 20 Hours
Mounting Type Wrist Mount
Item Weight 34 Grams
Year 2011
Compatible Devices Desktops
Control Method App
Are Batteries Included Yes

About this item

  • Lightweight, clip-on GPS sensor for measuring speed and distance
  • Records accurate GPS positioning data
  • Ultra light and easy to wear with a light GPS clip
  • Rechargeable battery included; 20 hour battery life per charge
  • Compatible with Polar CS600X, RS800CX, RCX3, and RCX5 training computer models
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The extremely small G5 GPS sensor provides accurate speed and distance measurement for a range of outdoor sports. A solution for the runner or cyclist who is looking for a GPS alternative to the speed sensor or foot pod . An accessory for the RS800CX models, CS600X and RCX5 users as an enhancement. Collects satellite data and sends to wrist receiver for online route mapping

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Polar G5 GPS Sensor

The extremely small G5 GPS sensor provides accurate speed and distance measurement for a range of outdoor sports including biking. It is light and easy to wear with a clip. It can also be used with an armband (sold separately). After training you can view your route on a map with compatible software/web service.

Features:
  • Measures speed/pace and distance
  • Records accurate GPS positioning data
  • Easy to wear with a light GPS clip (26 g)
  • Battery recharges via micro USB
  • Compatible with Polar:
    • CS600X, CS600X GPS
    • RS800CX, RS800CX GPS, RS800CX RUN, RS800CX BIKE
    • RCX3, RCX3 Bike, RCX3 RUN, RCX3 GPS
    • RCX5, RCX5 RUN, RCX5 GPS, RCX5 BIKE, RCX5 Tour De France GPS, RCX5 Tour De France Bike
    Specifications:
    • GPS weight: 34 grams
    • Clip weight: 26 grams
    • Dimensions: 39 by 64 by 12-millimeters
    • Battery life per charge: 20 hours

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Customers like the performance, accuracy, speed, sturdiness, and quality of the GPS. For example, they mention it works flawlessly, the signals are acquired very fast, and it syncs very quickly with the GPS satellites. That said, they say it's reliable and durable.

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7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the GPS. They mention that it works well, has great functionality, and works flawlessly every time. Some are also happy with the quick results.

"The G5 works flawlessly...." Read more

"...Loved the functionality and the Polar Pro Trainer program. However, the more I thought about the more I wanted a GPS watch...." Read more

"...it a couple of times with my Polar RCX5 but I've been very happy with the quick results." Read more

"...at less than half of what the polar service center was charging and works great I am using it to replace a unit that is years old that was giving me..." Read more

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Customers are satisfied with the accuracy of the GPS. They mention that it records speed, distance, and route accurately.

"...almost imediately and allows me to record speed, distance and route accurately on my Cannondale Flash bike...." Read more

"New Brand, accurate and it is in great condition! Definitely I recommend this GPS to those who owns a Polar RCX5!" Read more

"...The G5 GPS Sensor made it brader. Extremely accurate, now I have all the info I need during my trainigs and for the evaluationg afterwards." Read more

"...Very accurate and reliable. Glad i have purchase it. With the clip on it, is much more convenient too." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the speed of the GPS. They mention that the signals are acquired very fast, it syncs very quickly with the GPS satellites, and it works flawlessly. The pairing with watch is instant and allows them to record speed, distance, and route accurately.

"The G5 works flawlessly. It connects to satellites almost imediately and allows me to record speed, distance and route accurately on my Cannondale..." Read more

"...I have to say the Polar G5 GPS syncs very quickly with the GPS satellites. I would say under a minute...." Read more

"The GPS is very good..The signals are acquired very fast, and it pairing with watch is instantly, without trouble...." Read more

"The GPS delivers what it promises.The signals are acquired very fast, even among building areas in town...." Read more

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Customers are satisfied with the sturdiness of the GPS. They mention it's reliable, durable, and has a great battery life.

"...Battery life is great... I think I did over 2 weeks of running (~14 hrs of actual running time) before it went to "medium" low batter..." Read more

"...What I can say in counter is that the products are all good quality, reliable, and sturdy...." Read more

"...This unit will last an entire day while most of the wrist unit GPS will not." Read more

"...Very accurate and reliable. Glad i have purchase it. With the clip on it, is much more convenient too." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the GPS. They mention that the signals are acquired very fast, and the device pairs easily. They also appreciate the accurate distance it provides, which is within 1% of the race stated distance.

"...The G5 seems to yield accurate distance (normally within 1% of race stated distance). The heart rate sensor is not as accurate...." Read more

"The GPS is very good..The signals are acquired very fast, and it pairing with watch is instantly, without trouble...." Read more

"...The G5 GPS Sensor made it brader. Extremely accurate, now I have all the info I need during my trainigs and for the evaluationg afterwards." Read more

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JUAN FERNANDO VASQUEZ
5.0 out of 5 stars I am very happy with this purchase
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2014
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The G5 works flawlessly. It connects to satellites almost imediately and allows me to record speed, distance and route accurately on my Cannondale Flash bike. It is vey hard and inconvenient to attach a regular Polar speed sesor on a Cannondale Lefty.
I didn't know the G5 GPS Sensor Set comes with an armband so there was no need to buy another Armband separately. My fault.
Apart from that, I am very happy with this purchase. Thank you!!!
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Ken Young
4.0 out of 5 stars Great addition...
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2013
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Before I purchased this, I had owned my Polar RS800CX watch for maybe 2 to 3 years. Loved the functionality and the Polar Pro Trainer program. However, the more I thought about the more I wanted a GPS watch. Decided to upgrade my current watch with this instead of a much more expensive Garmin 910XT or something along those lines.

I think this product is not quite as accurate as the Garmin, but I have been amazed the the reception in "covered" areas like greenbelt trails and some city running. Battery life is great... I think I did over 2 weeks of running (~14 hrs of actual running time) before it went to "medium" low batter point.

I live in Texas so it has definitely seen a great deal of sweat, and no issues so far after about a month.

Overall, I am very satisfied with it. I just wish that it was a bit more accurate, but it's close enough for most workouts and long runs.
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Allan H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Good distance tracker
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2015
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I thought I had lost my previous G5. I had clipped it to the upper strap of my hydration pack for use during a 50-mile race. About 7 miles into the race I noticed it was not there. My distance reporting on my polar RCX3 was at that time sporatic for the next 3 miles and then nonexistent. So I immediately bought a new one when I got home from the race. A few days later I noticed the old G5 was attached to a lower strap of my hydration pack! I suspect that happened when I removed my hydration pack for water refilling at the 7 mile aid station. So now I have two G5 sensors. I plan to keep both as I might still lose one and they likely do not last forever anyway. It gives about 15-16 hours of use which is about the storage limit for the RCX3. I wish both functioned for 40 hours, so I could get complete heart rate and distance/speed data for 100-mile races. But I can at least get decent data for 50 mile to 100k distances along with a map of where I ran. The G5 seems to yield accurate distance (normally within 1% of race stated distance). The heart rate sensor is not as accurate. It often provides false high data, which screws up the value of the polar online training load calculation, which when accurate is a great tool for planning recovery from hard workouts and long races.
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Tong Pil Suh
5.0 out of 5 stars ACCURATE AND FAST GPS
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2011
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I own several GPS watches, Garmin and Timex. I have to say the Polar G5 GPS syncs very quickly with the GPS satellites. I would say under a minute. My Garmin and Timex can take anywhere from 1 minute to 10 minutes, averaging around 5 minutes. I've only used it a couple of times with my Polar RCX5 but I've been very happy with the quick results.
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J. W. Farrell
5.0 out of 5 stars Worked the first time and perfectly every time.
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2015
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It does exactly what I wanted it to do.

It would be nice if Polar had an Android app so you could monitor progress, watch your curves, use GPS info, etc along the way. Right now you have to wait until you get home to unload the computer. (That's soooooo 1990's...) What I can say in counter is that the products are all good quality, reliable, and sturdy. I highly recommend the watch and all the bike accessories I've bought to go with it.
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Cristhin
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent condition!
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2014
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New Brand, accurate and it is in great condition! Definitely I recommend this GPS to those who owns a Polar RCX5!
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Humberto Moreno
1.0 out of 5 stars This ítem do not keep my expectation; first at ...
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2014
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This ítem do not keep my expectation; first at all, the USB cable do not charge the GPS, for me the problem resides in the GPS. Second, the results of the GPS is not reliable in its measurements. How can I do for a guarantee ?
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Alan G
4.0 out of 5 stars Works Good
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2013
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Would have been better if it came with a clip, armband, or the correct USB cable. Locks on to signals okay
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Marc
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on September 14, 2017
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Great item and fast shipping.
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Andrea Ricotti
5.0 out of 5 stars OTTIMO ACQUISTO
Reviewed in Italy on November 21, 2014
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Leggero, pratico, facile da indossare e veloce nell'agganciare i satelliti. Le batterie durano a lungo e si ricaricano molto velocemente. Ormai è il mio compagno ideale di ogni corsa.
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Yaguer
5.0 out of 5 stars Buena compra
Reviewed in Spain on May 10, 2014
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El sensor fue una buena compra y la verdad que funciona bien. Aunque le cuesta pillar un poco la señal a veces.
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N Mckelvie
5.0 out of 5 stars Just upgraded from the Polar G3 to the G5... what a difference!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 3, 2013
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I use the Polar GPS attachment with my RS800cx, it gives me accurate distance, speed and to record my route which I download to Google Earth after my training session.
The old G3 which was bulky and heavy did not give a constant record of data as it kept loosing the signal and took ages to pick up the satellites which Is the last thing you want when you are out training!
Also the retraining clip was constantly breaking due to the poor quality material used.

So now with my new G5 I find it ultra light, slim and barely even notice it on my arm in its neoprene elasticated arm band.
It picks up satellites in under a minute and maintains the signal, even while deep in a forest, I went inside once without switching it off and it constantly searches until it can pick up the signal again, no need to manually reset the unit or watch as with the old model.
And no more batteries to buy, the G5 has a mini USB point to charge the unit, with the flashing led light changing colour to indicate the power level.

As a snowboarder, mountain biker and trail runner this is a piece of tech that I could not be without!!
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Hannah
5.0 out of 5 stars Klein, fein, handlich und genau!
Reviewed in Germany on October 5, 2012
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Habe mir den Artikel als Ergänzung zu meiner Polar "RS800CX Bike" gekauft.

Das Koppeln mit der Uhr war easy und selbsterklärend.

Nach meiner ersten Fahrt mit dem GPS Sender dann gleich die Daten auf den PC überspielt und mit Hilfe von Google Earth meine Route angesehen.

Einfach genial! Der GPS Sender ist extrem schnell beim Satelitten auffinden und verfolgt die Route sehr genau. (Besser als bisher mit meinem Handy über Endomondo).

Genial ist auch, dass bei Google earth die Routen gespeichert bleiben können. So kann man immer sehen wo man mal langgefahren/gelaufen ist.

Zudem kann man zusammen mit dem bei der Uhr mitgelieferten Programm "Polar Pro Trainer 5" alle Daten super verarbeiten lassen und Trainingspläne ausarbeiten!

Der GPS-Sender ist sehr leicht und stört überhaupt nicht.

Bisher über 12 Stunden gefahren und der Akku des Senders funktioniert immer noch ohne Anzeichen das er bald leer ist.

Eine super Ergänzung zur Uhr!
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