[Is this a good deal for a 500LE?]

Thanks for tips all - I missed a 500 on ebay by 2 bucks last night...

 

Costco.com has it for $120 shipped.

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?...topnav=&s=1

 

The package I saw a while back had the Topo Maps software included. No idea if this one includes it -- but this appears to beat your deal on Ebay....

[Wanted: Magellan Worldwide Basemap Software]

We are taking a trip to Finland and Germany - and I would like to have Maps for the trip - but I only need them for two weeks, so I don't want to spend the $75 for it.

 

Does anyone have the software they would be willing to sell for a reasonable amount?

 

Thanks!

[Which cheap handheld GPS unit is the best?]

I picked up the Magellan Explorist 500 but I'm a newbee at this.

 

The best deal I could find is as follows:

 

The eXplorist 500 (with LiIon battery and charger) $175 from Amazon.

Download MapSend US Topo 3d for $9.95 using coupon code on the front of the 500 box.

 

If you want the AAA battery clip for backup- you can order it online, or use this alternative scenario:

 

the eXplorist 500 LE (AAA Battery Clip - not rechargeable battery) - with Free MapSend US Topo 3d Software $189 from www.costco.com (includes 5% charge for NOT being a member) - free shipping.

then add the Rechargeable battery and AC charger for $20 + $6 shipping from www.magellangps.com.

 

Both seemed very good - but I was focused on features including mapping software.

[Newbie looking for a GPSr]

Based on my experience, you do not need to be a Costco member - when I added it to the cart and checked it - they charged me a 5% surcharge for not being a member - $9.

 

I bought one yesterday. Hoping I made the right decision. The Venture CX is $199 from WalMart.com before the $50 rebate. I'm a newbee to all of this, but I borrowed a Meridian Gold and enjoyed caching.