The Timex Expedition WS4 was developed and field tested by world-renowned mountaineer Conrad Anker. You, like me, probably will never take this watch to the same places Mr. Anker did, so don't be intimated, you can still benefit from all the features as casual outdoor recreationalist. In fact, with the release of this watch, Timex launched the "Return the Outdoors" program, a joint endeavor with Conrad Anker and the Conservation Alliance.