KEMPELE, Finland (BRAIN) — Polar's newest GPS bike computer features advanced power meter compatibilty and power metrics, as well as smart coaching and Strava Live Segments.
The M460 features an black, fiber-like surface texture with improved button grip.
"Polar's experience working with professional athletes and coaches helps us develop the necessary technology to make Polar M460 a reliable tool for athletes during various stages of their training sessions," said Marco Suvilaakso, chief strategy officer of Polar. "Polar's cycling products have become a staple for devoted cyclists who are passionate about their training and want to reach their goals."
The M460 has a barometer-based inclinometer and compatibility with an extensive list of third party power meters. Its advanced cycling power metrics include Training Peaks' Normalized Power, Intensity Factor and Training Stress Score. It also includes notifications for incoming calls, texts, calendar alerts and social media updates. Additional features include IPX7 rating water resistance, a battery life offering 16 hours of training and front LED light.
When paired with the new Polar H10 heart rate strap, athletes benefit from Polar's industry leading heart rate technology, designed and tested for reliability, as well as the company's proprietary Smart Coaching features via Polar Flow. These features include Fitness Test, which enables athletes to gauge their current fitness levels and see progress along the way, Training Load, which shows how a ride affects an athlete's body, Orthostatic Test, which shows how an athlete's heart rate responds to training and factors such as stress and illness, and Recovery Status, which helps athletes find the perfect balance between training and rest.
"Polar is no novice player in the cycling game, and we prove that with the introduction of Polar M460 to our cycling product portfolio," said Tom Fowler, the president of Polar U.S.A. "Cyclists rely on accurate data to not only track, but improve their performance, and Polar has used its industry leading technology, combined with passion for constantly improving cyclists' performance, to develop an incredibly advanced bike computer. When a cyclist is equipped with data that is not only expansive and in-depth, but accurate, they are then equipped to set and achieve personal goals that encourage peak performance."
It's available this month for $179.90 and includes a two-month Strava Premium membership. Bundled with the H10 it retails for $229.90.
More information at polar.com.
