Gps
#1
Gps
So after my trip to wharton this weekend, I see I can have alot more fun with a GPS set up. I had a great time since I knew the trails better then the rest of the guys I lead everyone in. (thats a scaryy though me leading) so anyway after we stopped at the "pic a lilly" for lunch Mike (SawRed) joined us and I can really see the difference with him leading we went down some trails we could hardly see the entrence to.
Who's got a GPS, what kind ? where is a good place to get one ? Any good features are good to have ?
Who's got a GPS, what kind ? where is a good place to get one ? Any good features are good to have ?
Last edited by Ranger1; 06-01-2005 at 05:39 AM. Reason: fix spelling
#2
I use the iPaq navigation system. The best part is that for the price of a mapping navigational GPS, I also get a nice PDA.
http://silvertank.batcave.net/GPS.htm
http://silvertank.batcave.net/GPS.htm
#3
I have a Garmin eTrex Legend. Selling point for me was it was cheap (<$100) over a year ago. Downsides are it does not have external power or antenna abilities. Also the display is a bit small for use in a vehicle. I wedge mine between the dash and the windshield and it works, just not really well. However it is great for hiking and on the boat.
In the past ~1.5 years since I bought my device I think they've come out w/ better sets at similar prices. You should be able to get something w/ the external antenna and power capabilities now for not too much..
In the past ~1.5 years since I bought my device I think they've come out w/ better sets at similar prices. You should be able to get something w/ the external antenna and power capabilities now for not too much..
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Originally Posted by NHBubba
I have a Garmin eTrex Legend. Selling point for me was it was cheap (<$100) over a year ago. Downsides are it does not have external power or antenna abilities. Also the display is a bit small for use in a vehicle. I wedge mine between the dash and the windshield and it works, just not really well. However it is great for hiking and on the boat.
In the past ~1.5 years since I bought my device I think they've come out w/ better sets at similar prices. You should be able to get something w/ the external antenna and power capabilities now for not too much..
In the past ~1.5 years since I bought my device I think they've come out w/ better sets at similar prices. You should be able to get something w/ the external antenna and power capabilities now for not too much..
#6
Uh?! I don't.. Mine came w/ an RS-232 serial adapter for connecting it to the PC, but no power adapter. I saw that there was an adapter available, but it was moderately expensive. Also the adapter uses the same port, so you cannot use the external power and PC connection simultaniously.
I too would like to upgrade. Like I said, a lot has happened to the market in the last few years. When I bought mine there were not nearly as many options. The Legend was brand new and a steal at nearly twice what I paid compared to what was available..
Edit: I just found an accessory cable for my Legend. It has both the PC and the power (+12VDC 'cigarette' outlet) plugs on it. However the accessory is $50!! I am pretty sure that is nearly HALF what I paid for the device itself. I'd much rather own something that either comes w/ a cable..
I too would like to upgrade. Like I said, a lot has happened to the market in the last few years. When I bought mine there were not nearly as many options. The Legend was brand new and a steal at nearly twice what I paid compared to what was available..
Edit: I just found an accessory cable for my Legend. It has both the PC and the power (+12VDC 'cigarette' outlet) plugs on it. However the accessory is $50!! I am pretty sure that is nearly HALF what I paid for the device itself. I'd much rather own something that either comes w/ a cable..
Last edited by NHBubba_Revisited; 05-23-2005 at 12:00 PM.
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Originally Posted by Ranger1
If you guys were to upgrade what would you get ?
I think I like the garmin V, thought I don't think it has much memory.
I think I like the garmin V, thought I don't think it has much memory.
PDA+GPS: Same thing Gary has (I think y'all call him George for some odd reason)
#12
Originally Posted by Ranger1
If you guys were to upgrade what would you get ?
I'm biased as the main reason I wanted a GPS was for hiking. I still use road maps when in the truck. 85% of what my GPS does is collect way and track points for me to download to the PC later. I have some nifty topo-graphic software that plots my path over the landscape and even shows elivation profiles of my hikes. Kinda fun. I usually save that stuff w/ my hike photos.
Were I to do it over again today I'd probably look to the GPSMAP 76 or it's brother models. Many of the GPSMAP series are waterproof and float too.. which is nice for us boaters out there. I would then try to outfit it w/ an external antenna and power source for the truck.. and that looks to get expesive very quickly. The GPS V comes w/ PC and power adapters in the 'deluxe' kit. The antenna's another $100 or so regardless of which model you get. .. Bummer!
#13
Originally Posted by Ranger1
Yes Garmin V has an external antenna, I think i can get that for under or around $300
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