General fiasco lets get wasted update#

In this configuration, there’s nothing for you to do, it automatically figures out which position it’s in, and provides data streams accordingly. Further, we also lose the so-called ‘GPS track enhancement’. We still maintain temperature/elevation/altitude data, but lose pod-based distance, pace, cadence, stride length, and L/R balance. In this configuration we’ll trade the pace data, and instead get the running efficiency metrics data: Ground Contact Time, Stride Height, Stride Ratio, and L/R balance. Instead, let’s switch it up and run with it on our running shorts. There are no other differences here from a running footpod standpoint. At this point, everything else is the same. In addition, if you’ve got other data fields like temperature or altitude added/shown, the data is used including the pod data, as noted above in that fancy chart. If the pod is not connected, it won’t show this added text. This is a nice touch, even if probably unnecessary. You might at this point also notice the pace data field has a slightly different name now, to indicate the Pod is connected and providing that data source. You’ll notice a new run screen while waiting for GPS, that shows the Pod 2 status on the left side:Īfter that, we can press start and begin running. There are two options, one to change which orientation it’s in (footpod or waist, but I just left it on auto), as well as an orientation calibration option (for the internal compass). Once paired, it’ll show as connected, the pairing happens via Bluetooth.

General fiasco lets get wasted update#

Note that you’ll need to update your watch firmware if you haven’t done so since the date of this post shown above (Oct 27th, 2022), in order to pair with the pod.

You’ll go into the accessories menu on your COROS watch (it’s only compatible with COROS watches, except the Pace 1, which isn’t compatible at all). So, after tapping/whacking/shacking/whatevering your pod, the thing will wake-up and the little light will blink. That’s actually OK, it’s more of a reference thing: Also note, this chart is probably confusing AF at first glance. Note that the pod does not provide running power, that comes from the wrist. In fact, now’s a good time to look at this chart to figure out which data source comes from which thing. Further, in both cases, it provides data in a blended manner for stats like altitude and temperature. When worn on the waist, you will see additional data for running efficiency metrics (the same as with Pod 1). This section will be silly short, because frankly, once it’s paired up, there’s nothing additional to see as a footpod – it just provides more stable pacing data. It includes two shoe clips, and one waist clip. The price is $99 (the previous POD1 was $69). So in short, it can be used in both footpod mode (on your running shoe), as well as on your running shorts/waist (where it does running efficiency metrics mode). Here’s a quick specs sheet overview with all the geekiness included: – Nifty charging case that also is a mini battery bank (5 charges worth)įurther, it maintains the following data types from the POD V1, when worn on the waist: In the case of the feature removals (running power), they won’t matter much since on COROS watches running power still comes from the wrist anyway. There are both new features, but some removed features. The new Pod 2 is a bit more expensive than the Pod 1, coming in at $99 versus the existing $69. Additionally, they say it’s also targeted for indoor running, which otherwise would depend on wrist-based pace (usually quite good, but again, there are always caveats). Nonetheless, the aim for the COROS Pod 2 is to provide better pacing in tough GPS signal environments, such as city running, or perhaps some dense trees. Of course, unsaid is there are also scenarios where footpod-based pace isn’t as awesome (like very steep terrain that doesn’t have a consistent stride, or sometimes changes in surfaces – like running on sand). That’s because while GPS continues to get better, there are some cases where instant pace from a footpod is faster in big pace shifts (like intervals). The main goal of the POD 2 is simply faster instant pace, and more stable instant pace. And perhaps one day they’ll allow alternative placements for alternative sports. The previous COROS Pod was attached just to your running shorts, but this new pod can be placed on your shoe or running shorts. This pod is a blend between a glorified footpod for smoother and more instant running pace, as well as a running efficiency metrics pod that gathers added data like ground contact time and vertical oscillation. COROS has announced a new ‘Pod’, now becoming the second edition of such Pod units.