Walking Speed Scale
Using a RECON series watch, you can calculate the approximate average walking/hiking speed in an hour. This calculation is based on a distance of 50 m /164 ft. As the average step length of a person varies as a function of their height, it is recommended that you measure how many steps you personally need to walk 50 m/164 ft, prior to beginning your calculation.
General Comment: One step is approximately 75 cm or 2 1/2 feet
Knowing how many steps you need to cover 50 m/164 ft, start counting your steps when the second hand is on 12 o’clock.
When you have covered the distance of 50 m / 164 ft, observe the Wal- king Speed scale noting the position of the second hand to arrive at your walking speed in one hour.
For example: If you need 30 seconds to cover 50 m/164 ft, your average approximately walking speed is 6 km/h or 3.7 mph.
If you are walking/hiking in a group, the calculation should always be based on the slowest walking person.