viscerator Posted Feb 27 2006, 03:50 PM
You can also make your own topo map of the area you are interested in. I have been doing this and so far pleased with the results. This website has a very good tutorial, if you are the least bit technically inclined.
Custom topo maps for garmin
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Can you use these custom topos without previous mapping software?
For instance, I have an eTrex Legend, but it only has the Americas Basemap,
which comes pre-installed in the unit. I do not have any Mapsource or
any other software installed. Is it really possible to make my own topos
without buying $100 software??? If so - why isn't this more popular?