Vista HCX Stolen, Replacing for now with a CX Vista, Legend or Venture?

[triehl27]

well over Memorial day, my Vista got stolen out of the truck. Insurance won't cover it, Homeowners want BIG money deductable. Just not worth it. On the other hand I don't have the extra cash to just run out and replace it.

 

So I am checking the auction sites for a tempory replacement, Found that the Venture CX models, are very affordable. Along with the rest of the CX model line.

 

I use it for Geocaching, and for on the road and hiking with City Nav and Topo.

 

I do plan to get another HCX but not for a while til I am more flush.

 

So thoughts?

[+StarBrand]

Try to get something in the eTrex "H" line - as those have the VERY much better high sensitivity chips.

[+Hrethgir]

Agreed, definitely look for something "H". The eTrex H might be a good choice, it has the high sensitivity receiver and a low price, but otherwise is pretty bare-bones and has the serial interface. Or the eTrex Venture HC, a little more expensive (just over $130 at www.pcnation.com ), but has a color screen and a USB interface.

[jmundinger]

I agree. Get one of the newer, i.e. H, models. The Summit HC is essentially the same unit as the Vista HCx except that it has a 24Mb internal memory and doesn't use a memory card. You should be able to get one for about $175 (or less??) at OffRoute.com. Or, you could get a Venture HC - same thing except without the electronic compass and altimeter - for about $130.