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I don't post much because I don't often have input to offer - and do not see any need to repeat what someone else has said - especially if it is to chime in with a "me too" There is a good bit of tedium - obviously overworked topics (and this from the perspective of someone who has been reading here for a couple weeks at most) but there is also much of value. I hope folks don't think we aren't pulling our weight when we don't post.

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I could almost believe that the emulator is the real deal installed on my 'pooter - I am in the basement (hey, at least it is cool down here!) and the bloody thing has been acting for the past twenty minutes or so as if it can find no satellites. Maybe if I install it on the laptop and take it out on the deck LOL ah well, guess I'll just have to wait until I have the unit in hand

could this question be about a travel bug or coin and using incorrect terminology?

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I believe the 'do not drop it' quote was about the pro The bday is still a week away and since no one locally carries it, I suppose that realistically it will be 2 weeks or so before I actually get one in my hand. I did notice the emulator on Lowrance's site and downloaded the manual (pdf file). I guess I will go back to download the emulator - my initial thought was that it was probably just a tour of the functions and not really a simulator. From what folks have said, I guess I was wrong

how about the garmin iQue - combining the PDA and the GPSr in one unit - anyone have any input on this fine-looking bit of geek hardware? The claim is that everything is integrated

Thank you all who replied - I am now seriously considering spending a few extra dollars to get the H2O for its added ruggedness - I am not the clumsiest person on the planet, but I have been known to drop a thing on occasion. Complexity does not scare me in the least - in fact it lets my geeky mind explore new terrain in much the same way as seeking a cache will involve me. Think of it, two opportunities for discovery in one place! Well, when I say 'considering spending,' I really mean 'considering convincing my wife to spend a few extra dollars on my birthday present.' With a little luck, I will soon be searching nearby areas for hidden treasure. Regards

implication: there is something wrong with MapCreate 6.3 - would you please elaborate?

Hi, all - I am entirely new to this sport and am spending a great deal of time evaluating GPS receivers based on information I have gathered online. After reading specs and comparisons, I have just about settled on the Lowrance iFinder Pro because it seems to have the features I want at a price I like. Not having any experience with this or any other GPSr, I am hoping that anyone in this group who has information that would be helpful in confirming or negating this (to me) important decision will chime in and let me know their opinion. Thank you all who respond!