do any of you guys have handheld GPS units? and do you used them?
I am considering getting one, i already have a auto one, but want something for hikes and skiing.
do any of you guys have handheld GPS units? and do you used them?
I am considering getting one, i already have a auto one, but want something for hikes and skiing.
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i have a garmin etrex legend, it works pretty good. I don't use it anymore though. I have the car kit, mapsource northamerica, and the dc powersupply if you're interested.
pm me more info on that ribitch
i'm interested
I think the best one are the Garmin GPS 60, 72, and 76 models, but the Legend works well.
what i'm asking is is it a good idea to get one?
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IF A FAT GIRL FALLS IN THE WOODS
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I'm a huuuuge ski nut (I guess that's self-explanatory from my fourm name), but I don't see much use for a GPS for skiing. I've done some hiking to get to rare terrain, but nothing where I'd need to know my coordinates. I guess if you do the really remote stuff, it would be more of a safety thing to have.
And closer...
well actually when i went to canada to ski, a GPS would have been nice to haveOriginally Posted by ski
I'm a huuuuge ski nut (I guess that's self-explanatory from my fourm name
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IF A FAT GIRL FALLS IN THE WOODS
DO THE TREES LAUGH?
really? the best tool I've ever had on the slopes (even when I've gone heliskiing) is a two-way radio. I'm not certain how a GPS could help find your way around so please do tell!well actually when i went to canada to ski, a GPS would have been nice to have
If con is the opposite of pro, then what's the opposite of progress?
it just shows you the height and on long descents you can set waypoints etc, it was cool, plus geocaching
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IF A FAT GIRL FALLS IN THE WOODS
DO THE TREES LAUGH?
I haven't used one, but it seems like a pure luxury. It's a toy that would be totally cool to have but not really an everyday necessity. One occasion I would love to have one would be a trip to foreign places. I'm planning a trip to a couple countries in Europe this winter and a GPS would be nice to make sure I get back to the hotel without getting lost, although getting lost and finding your way around can be half the fun of travelling.
Purchased a Garmin Quest II.
I'm using it mostly on my motorcycle. I don't know how I lived without it. I like to ride mostly backroads and with a gps I never hesitate to try a different road. You get lost or tired just hit one button and it will direct you home.
No more bringing along a map or directions. Plan the route on your pc upload it to the gps. Upload to your pc from the gps the days journey. I love this new tool.
I got one about 6 years ago and used it 3 or 4 times.
It's nice for calibrating speedometers, but it's pure luxury, IMO.
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I've got a Garmin GPSMAP 60CS. It's really nice for hiking/etc.
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