Re: O.T.-GPS

Posted by Bob M on October 20, 2005 at 07:30:09 from (151.190.254.106):

In Reply to: O.T.-GPS posted by Rick in Tx on October 19, 2005 at 20:34:48:

I've had excellent luck with the lower end units from Magellan (Sportrak and eXplorist100 ) and Garmin (eTrex). They are the most compact, easiest learn to use and seem to have the longest battery life.

Higher priced units add features color displays, internal electronic mapping, etc. But I find the electronic maps generally lack the detail I need. Also I find the maps are hard to read on the small handheld displays. I much prefer good hardcopy USGS map and a simple handheld GPS receiver.

Tip: Once you get GPS unit, practice "navigating" around your neighborhood, in an open field or similar. Become comfortable determining your position, saving waypoints, creating/following short routes involving several waypoints, following backtrack routes, etc. before you head out into the wild.

Tip 2: Never depend on the GPS as your only means of navigation! Carry also a good map and compass, and know how to use 'em!

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