I need some advice from all you heart rate monitor users. I got some money from grandparents for Christmas and have been looking into a HRM as my next cycling-related purchase. I'm a bit lost as to what would be best and what has good reviews. So far I've looked into some of the Polar models. And I'm intrigued by the stuff Garmin has. I'd prefer to have one I wear on my wrist because I'd like to use it for running in the summer. I'd like to have a bit more than just basic heart rate stuff, but that might just be me being a gadget dork.

I never thought the Garmin 305 forerunner would be in my price range but I found one at costco.ca for around $250. Would there be any drawbacks from me using the forerunner if it is more based around running? How is the reliability/accuracy of Garmin and Polar. Have you had any trouble with wonky readings or crosstalk?

Thanks for your advice.

~E.