[GeoStL] Re: GPS units
- From: Nathan Rover <nrover@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2013 09:26:39 -0600
They had a bunch the last time I was at REI... I think around Christmas
time it's hard for anyone to keep a good stock of gadgets like those.
I have bought AND RETURNED many a GPSr to REI. You can't go wrong with
there no questions asked return policy.
On Thu, Jan 10, 2013 at 9:15 AM, Tom Wolpert <tom_wolpert@xxxxxxxxxxx>wrote:
> 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>tom_wolpert@xxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [GeoStL] Re: GPS units
> To: <geocaching@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>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>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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