nauticalwheeler

What I do is convert the GPX file to Docbook format so I can read it with the palm ebook reader. (I am a linux user so the programs I use are different but I am pretty sure that GSAK will do the conversion.) Makes it easy to find a cache using the search function on the ebook reader. I usually just plug in the GC number and it finds it. I use a plain old text file to log my caches or keep any notes on the palm. Hope this works for you. Good luck and have fun!

All I use to paperless cache is an old handspring visor and my etrex. I load the waypoints in my etrex and have them on my handspring in ebook format. I use an ebook reader and do a search for the waypoint to read up on the cache. When I find a cache, I open a memo called "found Caches" and add it too the list along with any notes. I have never really worried about having a map with me. If you do have to go on a hike, DO NOT FORGET TO MARK A WAYPOINT FOR YOUR CAR! I know this from experience and luckily I came out of the woods close to my car. Good luck and welcome to caching!

Hmmmm.......maybe I am missing something. I convert the gpx file with gpsbabel to palmdoc format and then use the Palm ebook reader to read it. If I want to find are particular cache, I just hit find and type in the waypoint. Not very difficult.

I use an old Visor. It was cheap, works good, and has a back up module. It runs on AAA batteries so you don't have to worry about a charger. (Just make sure you have batteries!) I also have a palm IIIex that is set up the same way for a back up pda. No need to take a $200-$300 pda into the wilderness with you. As for programs, I just convert my gpx file to palmdoc format and use an ebook reader to view the GC.com pages. I log my finds and notes on a memo and log everything when I get back. Good Luck!

Geoclipper would do this for you..... http://forums.Groundspeak.com/GC/index.php?showtopic=123942 A link is about half way through the thread......

I started Geocaching with a Handspring visor and gps attachment for it. I don't know much about XP (I am a linux user) but I would think that serial to usb cables would be pretty easy to install and set up. I use an old palm for paperless caching, I leave the tungsten at home. Use what you have and upgrade later on. Good Luck!

For paperless caching I just download the GPX file and then use GPSbabel to convert it to a Palm Ebook. I keep track of my finds with a memo. Sorry I can't help you with the driver issue, my palm is USB and my operating system is Linux. Good luck!

Tanks are VERY DANGEROUS!!!! Unless you have the equipment to determine if there IS oxygen and NO toxic gas DO NOT GO INTO THEM! I work in Ship repair and many people die in tanks because they do not take the time to certify them. There is a reason Miners lowered Canaries into the shafts before they went in. Just my input.....

Geoclipper is a nice little utility http://users.adelphia.net/~rschoolf/downlo...geoclipping.zip The only drawback is that you have to use Internet Explorer.

Surfaces that are to be painted need a profile for the paint to adhere to. Light sanding gives the paint something to "hook" into. As for light plastics, I would use paint suitable for plastics (Krylon, Testors model paint) as I assume they do a chemical bonding to the substrate instead of a physical bonding with profile. Good Luck! Nauticalwheeler..