[GeoStL] Re: GPS units
- From: Tom Wolpert <tom_wolpert@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2013 07:15:47 -0800 (PST)
Haven't been by the GPS desk in quite a while. They used to have a wide variety
of units available to handle and try. Maybe no more...
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From: Tina Boyle <tina_boyle@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: "geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx" <geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thu, January 10, 2013 9:00:37 AM
Subject: [GeoStL] Re: GPS units
Oh Tom we went to REI they did not have much at Christmas. I was so
disappointed!
Sent from my iPhone
On Jan 9, 2013, at 3:14 PM, Laurie Elfrank <lwatermann@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I agree with everything Tom said. To add a little more to the Magellan side,
all of the geocaching models (Explorist) are paperless. The GC and 300 lines
do
not have touch screen. The 500, 600, and 700 series do. One feature that they
all have is the ability to hold up to 10,000 geocaches in memory. This
includes
all cache page data and as many logs as your pocket query sends. They all also
hold 2000 waypoints. It all depends on what options you want. I got the 710
model w/camera because the options for your money was worth it.
>
>John
>
>
>
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Date: Wed, 9 Jan 2013 12:57:34 -0800
>From: tom_wolpert@xxxxxxxxxxx
>Subject: [GeoStL] Re: GPS units
>To: geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
>
>
>In handheld recreational units:
>
>Basic unit = smaller black and white display, no maps (or ability to add
>maps),
>may or may not have paperless geocaching, physical buttons
>Midrange unit = larger color display, at least the ability to add maps,
>paperless geocaching, physical buttons or touch, no sensors or camera
>Highend unit = larger color display, maps, paperless geocaching, usually
>touch,
>includes at least electronic compass and barometer, may include camera
>
>Look for paperless geocaching if that's what you want it for. IMO, the ability
>to at least add maps is important. Beware of the additional cost of maps. If
>you
>don't need road routing (which is usually poor in handhelds anyway), consider
>the map/imagery subscription services from Garmin or DeLorme (for their own
>units). Sensors are a bell and whistle for most people, although the
>electronic
>compass allows you to see "direction to your target" when standing still.
>(They
>can all show you direction to your target and an on-screen compass when
>moving.)
>Touch vs. physical buttons is a matter of taste, but do be aware of possible
>touch difficulties when wearing gloves.
>
>Most geocachers are Garmin users. If you want to consider others, look at
>DeLorme and Magellan. Garmin in particular has excellent comparison
>capabilities
>on their web site. Look for "On the Trail" as a starting place for handheld
>recreational units.
>
>
>If you want to look, touch and play with a variety of units, visit REI. You
>might even find a knowledgable sales rep - or not. Visit during off hours if
>you
>want to play extensively. You can't beat their returns policy, but you will
>pay
>list price. Their member discounts/points did not apply to GPSrs the last time
>I
>checked.
>
>In most cases, you can buy at a discount online (for example, Amazon). Be sure
>to buy only from reputable sources and beware of used/refurbished/gray market
>sellers.
>
>Although I have not used one personally, the new (emphasize new - not to be
>confused with the less capable earlier eTrex models) Garmin eTrex series looks
>like a lot of bang for the buck. This is the eTrex 10/20/30 line. All are
>paperless. The 10/20/30 pretty much fit the basic/midrange/highend categories
>above. I wouldn't buy the 10 (no maps), but the 20 and 30 are likely OK. But
>these are relatively new units and are not likely to be discounted yet.
>
>
>If you have a specific unit in mind, post here, in the SLAGA FB group, or come
>to an event. Somebody who owns one will give you an earfull :-D.
>
>Tom
>(twolpert)
>
>
>
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From: Patricia Hutchison <patriciahutchison@xxxxxxxxxxx>
>To: geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
>Sent: Wed, January 9, 2013 2:30:32 PM
>Subject: [GeoStL] GPS units
>
>
>
>I'm not sure I'm doing this correctly, but here goes. I'm starting to
>research
>GPS units in preparation for attending MOGA. I don't know where to start.
>There are lots of units and vendors out there and I don't know what to look
>for. Currently, my GPS is the Geocaching app on my iPhone 4, which has a
>lousy
>battery life. Suggestions on what features I should look for in a unit would
>be
>appreciated. Thanks!
>Spiritwolf922
>
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