BuffaloGal Posted March 27, 2003 Share Posted March 27, 2003 Asking for pros and cons, yeas and nays...I am a newbie, just getting started, and for $200 after rebate, what do you think about this model? All comments appreciated. Thanks! BuffaloGal Quote Link to comment
+EScout Posted March 27, 2003 Share Posted March 27, 2003 I think you should pay about $150 after rebate. I got mine in December for 198 at Target, and got the rebate in Feb. Garmin does their rebates internally and have a quick turnaround compared to others. I like the Legend. It is a good size (most mistake it for a cell phone), is very accurate and easy to use. Quote Link to comment
+Rubberhead Posted March 27, 2003 Share Posted March 27, 2003 The only legimate complaint I can think of is that the patch antenna is rather weak compared to a quad helix antenna in a GPS V, or GPSMAP 76. Quote Link to comment
+WildcatRegi Posted March 27, 2003 Share Posted March 27, 2003 I have an eTrex Legend and I find it quite easy to use. With easyGPS I can download all my waypoints with ease and I find the accuracy pretty good as well. My only complaint would be the relatively small screen size for these old eyes but then, the small size makes it easy to carry. "The hardest thing to find is something that's not there!" Quote Link to comment
+nincehelser Posted March 27, 2003 Share Posted March 27, 2003 The antenna doesn't make that much difference in real life. George Quote Link to comment
johnz16 Posted March 27, 2003 Share Posted March 27, 2003 I'm very happy with mine. I have been using it for a few months with no problem. I'm a newbie and it works well for me. Quote Link to comment
+tirediron Posted March 27, 2003 Share Posted March 27, 2003 Mine got me to within <5 feet of CGS Survey Datum the other day.. no complaints at all. Good value for the money in my [newbie] opinion! Quote Link to comment
+CoronaKid Posted March 27, 2003 Share Posted March 27, 2003 I've had mine for 4 months and absolutely love it. It's small, reliable, and accurate. Although I managed to only pay $110 using Staple's promotion coupon and price match guarantee, I think the best you can do now is to buy it from Staples.com for $199.98 and then add a box of pens to bring your total to just over $200. Use promotion code 63867 (exp. 3/31) which gives you $30 off a purchase of $200 or more. That brings your final price after rebate to around $120 plus $15 for taxes. Staples shipping is free. I think this is your best bet right now. Good luck! --CoronaKid Quote Link to comment
+Nat Posted March 27, 2003 Share Posted March 27, 2003 It's a great machine for geocaching. Sometimes it gives a false location when I'm on top of a rock pile or a granite mountain (satellite signal bounce?), but it's helped me to find over 100 caches. The mapping feature is great for seeing where caches are in reference to other caches and waypoints. Quote Link to comment
BuffaloGal Posted March 27, 2003 Author Share Posted March 27, 2003 Thanks to all of you for the input..especially the tips on pricing. Guess I'll pony up the $$$ and go for it! Quote Link to comment
+southdeltan Posted March 29, 2003 Share Posted March 29, 2003 Where do you find the promotion codes on the staples website? I see the 199.98 Legend is refurbished - anybody have experience with refurbished Garmin products? SouthDeltan Quote Link to comment
+aka Monkey Posted March 30, 2003 Share Posted March 30, 2003 If you ever go cac hing with friends or family you might consider ponying up a bit more cash and getting the RIno 120. All the same functionality as the Legend, plus a walkie-talkie (and the nifty ability to see the location of other Rino users!). I just bought one recently, after having used a Legend for a couple years. Quote Link to comment
spencer8 Posted March 30, 2003 Share Posted March 30, 2003 The Legend is accurate and easy to use. It's a good one. Quote Link to comment
+Anguspapa & Pacomama Posted March 30, 2003 Share Posted March 30, 2003 My wife and I have both a eTrex Legend & a Venture. We bought the off of Amazon.com. The Legend was $199 with a $50 rebate, so braking done to $149. The Venture was $149, no rebates. They are both very simular, but the Legend is the higher of the two. It shows a map on the screen and the Venture does not. They are both very simple to use. We are also just beginners Quote Link to comment
+southdeltan Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 Still no information about Staples.com discount codes? The cheapest I can find a NEW Legend for is $205 from tvnav.com (that's before the $50 rebate). The shipping is $10. That comes out to $165 after the rebate. I'll check Amazon.com out. SouthDeltan Quote Link to comment
Slapster Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 just started to use a Legend. I agree with the thoughts above.Unit is nice and compact. Easy PC interface means simple downloads of MapSource data (although I find this software limited and am currently upgrading). On the negative side, it eats batteries, so it is a good tip to run it with "GPS tracking off" until you need it, and invest in some 1800 NiMh rechargables. The antenna seems OK, but did struggle the other day from inside my car, although I use it on a mountain bike a lot - so Juries still out on this one. All-in-all - go for it - nice unit Gretings from The Slapter - Cornwall, UK Who hopes to live forever - so far, so good!! Quote Link to comment
+tmlee Posted April 1, 2003 Share Posted April 1, 2003 Hi, I just bought a e-trek legend. Used it a little so far, mostly in car. How does this unit do in the woods? Sometime I would lose my reception in the car, but that is only if I didnt have it sitting on the dash. So makes we weary about it being under the cover of trees in the woods. I bought this unit so I wouldnt get lost in the lake, but will also use it when I hike. My opinion, not yours...there is space for yours, so lets hear it... Quote Link to comment
Slapster Posted April 1, 2003 Share Posted April 1, 2003 Under trees I have not found it too bad, although, to be honest, my experiences of other GPS systems is negligble, so I have nothing to compare it to. My biggest disappointment was in the car, but having said that, I used it today on a car trip, and never lost it once Suppose its swings and roundabouts Gretings from The Slapster - Cornwall, UK Who hopes to live forever - so far, so good!! Quote Link to comment
+southdeltan Posted April 5, 2003 Share Posted April 5, 2003 Anybody here have any experience with staples? I don't see where the promotion codes mentioned earlier are accessed. I haven't gone thru with attempting to order one so I don't know if it's in the ordering process. Anybody know who has the best price? The best I have found is Office Depot (actually a subsidiary) who sells a new Legend for 199.99. The shipping/handling is around 6 bucks so the total is basically 206 before the $50 mail-in rebate. Anybody know somewhere cheaper than this? SouthDeltan Quote Link to comment
Team_Foozels Posted May 21, 2003 Share Posted May 21, 2003 Hello All, Rather than opening a new topic I just resurrected a related one. I'm just getting started and I have now ordered my Legend. I am a little weary of what accessories and software I "need". As stated I am just started and for now only plan to use it for this new hobby (geocaching of course ). thanks for any input. --Les Quote Link to comment
Team BooneDog Posted May 21, 2003 Share Posted May 21, 2003 Welcome Les, I have just recently upgraded my gsp to a legend and I can tell you that I love mine. If your just starting out, the only thing that I would say you should invest in is a case for it (nylon case with clear plastic over display) Anything else like map software or mounts for you car/bike can be bought on a "as needed" basis. Good luck, and have fun I think animal testing is a terrible idea; they get all nervous and give the wrong answers Quote Link to comment
Team_Foozels Posted May 21, 2003 Share Posted May 21, 2003 Thanks So the base map software should be ok to get me to a cache? I'm pretty excited, I'm thinking of calling and having my shipping method upgraded to overnight... [This message was edited by Les F. on May 21, 2003 at 07:57 AM.] Quote Link to comment
Team BooneDog Posted May 21, 2003 Share Posted May 21, 2003 The base map has all of the major road on it, side street generally aren't shown. But you can just look at the navigation page while your trying to get to you starting point for caching. I would say that mapping software is nice, but not required or anything. I think animal testing is a terrible idea; they get all nervous and give the wrong answers Quote Link to comment
Team_Foozels Posted May 21, 2003 Share Posted May 21, 2003 Thanks for your help Quote Link to comment
DustCovered Posted May 21, 2003 Share Posted May 21, 2003 I just ordered from Electroline http://store.yahoo.com/electronicsworldwide/gaelegpsbne.html a Legend for $171. They just lowered their price Monday. The total with 2nd day shipping was $197 Quote Link to comment
jbanta Posted May 21, 2003 Share Posted May 21, 2003 I just ordered mine from amazon for 189(i think) then with shipping right around 200. So after rebate it will be close to 139-150 spent....sad thing is I just bought the venture less than a week ago. luckily it was from circuit city ( going to test their no questions asked return policy) can't wait till i get the legend Quote Link to comment
+NimravusHSSR Posted May 21, 2003 Share Posted May 21, 2003 Etrex series is great. Perfect for handheld use. My only complaint is the Patch antenna instead of the Quad-helix antenna. My Rino and GPS V get better reception from high angle sats over my Etrex. The difference is noticible but unless your under heavy foliage and such it shouldn't matter since you only need 3 sats to navigate. http://www.candlepowerforums.com Quote Link to comment
the_Goonie Posted May 22, 2003 Share Posted May 22, 2003 Can you view Topo on the Legend? ========================== ::::: I'll find you One Eyed Willy! ::::: Quote Link to comment
+NimravusHSSR Posted May 22, 2003 Share Posted May 22, 2003 Yup. I have topo loaded on my Legend and use City Select with the GPS V. Great combo. The GPS V will get you near the cache via streets, then grab the Legend with Topo for the final hike to find it. http://www.candlepowerforums.com Quote Link to comment
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