Description
The Avocet Vertech Altimeter Watch was a popular choice for outdoor enthusiasts in the 1990s and early 2000s due to its robust features tailored for activities like hiking, skiing, and mountaineering. Here's an overview of its key features:
1. Altitude Tracking
- Altimeter: Measures altitude based on barometric pressure, making it ideal for tracking elevation gain or loss in real-time. This feature is helpful for those involved in climbing, hiking, or skiing where altitude plays a critical role.
- Altitude Resolution: Typically accurate to about 1 meter or 3 feet, offering precise altitude readings for serious adventurers.
- Altitude Range: Can typically track altitudes from -500 to over 20,000 feet, making it suitable for use in a variety of environments from sea level to high mountain peaks.
2. Ascent and Descent Rate
- Tracks the speed at which you're ascending or descending, useful for both training and safety purposes.
- Provides real-time feedback during activities, helping users gauge their effort and pace.
3. Logbook Feature
- This feature keeps track of your total ascent and descent during activities, which is useful for skiers or mountaineers who want to analyze performance over multiple sessions.