Hello! I'm also new to this, did some research on various Electronics Retailers sites. Bought the Explorist 210 today. Like it because standard batteries are employed (no recharge needed if taken on hikes and you can pack batteries) The USB connection for downloading from the online site worked great, and...am now planning and already downloading first "target caches." I realize I, too am new..but..so-far, preparation for various trips has gone flawlessly and the software/PC connection absoulutely perfectly. Ask for the online price if you go to Circuit City, or you'll pay the shelf price. I hope this is of some help!
