pepperblues
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Considering the $6k in guitars and
$4K in bikes.....
this GPS hobby is pretty cheap.
Just another computer to go on the
bike w/me.
pepperblues
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There seems to be more votes for the bike odm.
I have used both the set calibration number for my
bike odm and used the dynamic wheel rotation distance
to calibrate. Not a big difference.
I'm going to accept the bike odm, and just get on
with riding. { ;-))))
As with most things in life,
none of this is an exact science.
As to GPS speed calculation and car speedometer,
on my Honda Civic, they both report the exact same
speed.
Thanks for your thoughts/comments.
pepperblues
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OK.....so.....everyone give me your best SWAG
(this is not trade goods reference)
as to which "gadget" is closest to being correct.
Thanks! pepperblues
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I have been using my GPS on my bike rides.
I wanted to use the tracks to calibrate my bike
odometer....
When I down load the track to my map software
and compare it to the
odm reading on the GPS they are different.
...and ofcourse the bike odm does not match.
Thoughts/comments appreciated.
pepperblues
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I have a MGold GPS.
I want to have auto tracking turned on, for a detail set of waypoints
to be downloaded to DeLorme mapping software.
Yesterday, I set auto tracking on.....then at points along the trail
I created some custom waypoints, as specific reference points.
When I got home and downloaded, all I had were the custom points.
How do I get auto tracking points and custom waypoints?
If I add a custom point, does it kill the tracking feature?
Thanks! pepperblues
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Be advised that Magellan is planning to release a substantial upgrade to the Topo software soon (spring?).
Where did you come by this info?
I have checked Magellan's site and didn't
see anything about it.
Thanks! pepperblues
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I'll throw in my $.02 for the Gold.
I've had mine for a couple months now,
and am very pleased.
The memory capability makes this a winner
over anything else. It came /w a 16M card and I
have yet to fill it up.
You might check out The GPS Store on the net.
I got a package deal w/software.
They have very good prices.
pepperblues
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NG TOPO! has come out with an expansion pack for $19.95 that includes 3-D imaging and USB connectivity, among other things. I have ordered it but have not yet received it, so no comment on functionality at this time.
Klatch, thanks for the info.
I will be looking forward to your evaluation.
Thanks everyone for your input.
This is a very helpful discussion.
For the time, I am learning the TOPO. USA from
Delorme. Will down load the TOPOfusion next week.
pepperblues
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I am trying to decide on which TOPO software to get.
I have been using DeLorme TOPO 3.0, checked out from local
library. I like the 3D aspect, but the learning curve with
their nomenclature is crazy. I am considering the purchase
of the ver.5.0, but from reading on the DeLorme forums there
are many complaints about accuracy w/5.0 data.
I have looked at the NatGeo. stuff, but no way to try it.
No 3D capability there.
Would appreciate any thoughts/comments/recommendations on
any and all TOPO softwares.
Thanks! pepperblues
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I laminated the cards, punched a hole in the corner, added a tag and my scarab pendant. I'm numbering each tag, and outting it all in a ziploc snack baggie.
PC Painter, I think this is very creative.
pepperblues
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Never fails, as soon as I buy it, it turns up cheaper
somewhere else.....such is life.
This is a great case. I use it w/MGold.
It also has a neat little foldaway rain cover.
Great little pocket on the front for compass.
Sweat deal! for you.
pepperblues
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In my newbie option, as I climb the steep, learning
curve of GPS, I am finding that the flexibility of
the MGold memory is really nice.
My final two choices were the same you are looking
at and I went for the memory card.
VERY glad I did.
YMMV
pepperblues
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How do I use the numbers for the satallites on my GPS,
to know the names listed at the 3D site?
pepperblues
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If you have NG TOPO software and create routes/waypoints...etc....
how do you then load those into a MGold?
I'm finding Mapsend is not very accurate.
Thanks! pepperblues
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Any of them will get you to the cache, and more features are nice, but not necessary. Once you narrow your choices down to 2-3, the best thing to do then is to go somewhere that actually carries the units and hold them in your hand. See how they feel to you. See how they look to you. That is what finally tipped the scales for me when I was looking for a new unit.
When it comes to user interface, Magellan owners will swear that Garmin menus are illogical. Garmins owners will swear that Magellan menus are cumbersome. It boils down to what you begin with. Since a new GPS owner will be at the very beginning of a steep learning curve, the unit they learn on will be the basis for future comparisons. Learn on a Garmin, you will be used to Garmin's "way" of doing things. Learn on a Magellan, and you'll be used to Magellan's.
Quad Helix antennas seem to have a slight edge in tree cover, Patch antennas seem to have a slight edge in canyons (both rural and urban). Neither has so big of an edge to make it a deal-breaker or make the other obsolete (what about a canyon with tree cover?
)Welcome to the addiction!
This is so true and great advise, IMHNO.
I narrowed my choices to 3.
I did not like the feel of or menu setup on Garmin's.
I thought the feel of and menu setup on Magellan's
was just the way it should be.
So far, I couldn't be more please w/MGold I purchased.
I feel like I have a good start up that steep learning curve....
and found a new escape from daily stresses.
Addiction??? What addiction......this is therapy.
pepperblues
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Midnight, I had just received my auto mount, when you posted about the
phone holder.
I really like the windshield mount. I also got the power cord for the
cig. connection....which means I can use my MGold w/the back light
when driving at night and not drain my batteries. Very cool!
These are just amazing tools/toys.
I'm really having fun w/this.
pepperblues
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Just curious.....what data from a GPS would
you present in this defense?
pepperblues
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Thanks for the replies.
Just the info I needed.
Makes things much easier.
pepperblues
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Is there a way to have new posts always show at the top
instead of having to scroll through all the posts?
Thanks! pepperblues
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My tag is not really a name....it is a kind of music.
I play fingerstyle country blues on acoustic guitar.
4 years ago I got a lab puppy that we named Pepper.
She was the puppy from hell. I discovered the only thing
that would calm her down was when I played my guitar.
She lays down and goes to sleep......so,
it became the pepperblues.
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