joe_shmoe

Thanks for the FAQ link. Basemap and detailed map stuff seems a bit complicated. When I travel to Europe this summer I will have to delete/replace my basemap along with uploading more detailed maps to the GPSr? Are all units like this? Do you have to buy proprietary maps or is there some competition? Thanks for sticking with all of my questions! joe_shmoe

Thanks for all the input. Re: the units with expandable memory. Is there a limit to the memory size? Also, I'm assuming you can upload to the memory card through the unit itself? Thanks. Maybe someone can also give me a list of all the websites/stores I should visit before buying to check prices (excluding walmart)? I have a relative who works at a local marine supply store who is going to check on his price as well on the different units you have brought up. THANKS!

Thanks, I had not read anything about the meridian gold. I will study up on it a bit tonight. The problem with me and electronics is the more I know, the more $ I spend. For example having an altimeter would be great for mt. biking. Anyways, thanks for the initial help. I'll keep checking back if you have further insight.

Hello, I'm a newbie to this 'sport' and need some help. I've borrowed an older Garmin GPS II+ for my first 10 finds, but its about time to return it. Besides geocaching, we also love hiking and mountain biking. If we could use it for trips abroad that would be a bonus. It needs to connect to PC. I'm new and don't know everything that they can do, but I'd like to upload maps and download my journeys. From looking around at other posts and doing a little bit of research, I'm comparing other units to the eTrex Legend. It looks like the explorist 200 has more memory but doesn't connect to PC? Anyways, I would appreciate the help. Joe