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So you're going to make me narrow it down to only two. Hmmmm, seems unfair. If I were going to get rid of all but two of my units, I would keep the Axim/CF GPS setup for street navigation, and detailed TOPO work. I'd keep the Legend for handheld use. Actually though, I'd probably use the money I got from selling the sportraks and GIII+ and get a vista to replace the legend.

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We have 2 GPSr's, an eTrex Yellow, and a Legend. They're not the best combination, and I'd probably go for the Legend and something which can take an external antenna, and give a large map for car use - with the Legend for handheld.

 

(We have both because we bought the yellow, and upgraded to the Legend later).

Posted

On the other side of the fence, which looked greener when I was over there, I would choose a SporTrak Color for handheld use (and showing off), and a MeriGold to take advantage of unlimited memory with SD cards. I'm hoping that the new autorouting software lives up to the hype...

 

-Craig/TeamCNJC

 

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I took off through the thorns, chest high, ...

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I have a Magellan ST Color and a GPS315 but I'd rather add a Legend to replace the GPS315 just for the "alternate viewpoint". I'll still keep the iQue in the car to get there though. icon_wink.gif

 

~robert

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Well I already have two-three units (platinum, Magellan 315, and the Navman sleeve for my ipaq).

 

I would like to get a V, and keep the platinum as my main units.

 

But right know I am not sure what to do since Magellan is coming out with the new maps, and the V seems to have certain limitations that I don't like (19 mb, only 500 waypoints, 10 condensed tracks, electric compass...). But I love the high definition screen on the V (Which would be the main reason for me to upgrade).

 

Wyatt W.

 

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Posted

I have a sport trak map and a sport trak pro. I found the pro brand new for less than half price, I couldn't pass it up.

 

Bender

 

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Hi All:

 

Yep...2 for the road (uh.. cache) for me are Dell Axim X5 w/CF Slot GPS (BC307), Mapopolis and CacheDragon software and the Garmin II+. I use the Dell every where and the II+ is mounted in the truck (w/external ant) to attach to my laptop or Dell Axim.

 

and BTW...Search UT, what topo are you using with your Dell??

 

Safe Caching to all,

Dave, Akron, Ohio

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I use a Brunton MNS for Geocaching,and a Garmin 76s for quad riding and trail.I love the dead on accuracy of the Brunton.The Garmin alows me to prints trails I've been on for future reference.

 

Two Feathers

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quote:
and BTW...Search UT, what topo are you using with your Dell??


 

Most of the time, I just use a photo viewer and downloaded topo or aerial photos of the area I'm interested in. No GPS functionality using that method however. I just recently purchased toposynce to allow my National geographic state series TOPO maps to work on my pocket PC. I haven't really given it much of a wring out though, so I can't say I'd recommend it yet. I'll try and give it a better workout this week now that my Axim seems to be up to speed now with the latest upgrade. I'll post here once I've wrung it out a little better, and if there is interest, maybe post a quick review on my webpage time permitting. (I haven't even moved on a travel bug yet I found 3 weeks ago now)

Posted

I'll go with the Trimble Pro XRS I've already got (accuracy under 2 foot but too heavy for geocaching) and the Legend I just bought.

 

[This message was edited by Citizensmith on September 22, 2003 at 10:09 AM.]

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One thought for Searching UT & the group:

 

Navio GPS software has an option where you can import a pic/topo/sat view, and then specify coords by stylus touch, all done while the GPS is running on your PDA, the topo or pic, or what have you becomes somewhat accurate as a map.

 

I have Navio and use it from time to time if I am going to a ruff-terrain area. I pull the aerial or topo images from terra-server.

 

All for now,

Safe Caching,

Dave, Akron, Ohio

Posted

For in-car use it's hard to beat an integrated OEM system--convenient and safe to use, big display, good reception and fast. Can't carry it with you, so a handheld of your choice is the other receiver. Of course, an OEM system costs a couple grand but it sure is nice.

Posted

...er ... two huh? I think I'm over qualified ... I have this gadget problem! I have my very first Garmin 45 now a paper weight ... a 12XL, 12Map, a the two (Vista and 76S) that I use exclusively for travel/geocaching and backpacking, now.

 

Before you cast stones ... my wife owns many more shoes than I own GPSr's icon_wink.gif

 

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Posted

I'm absolutely satisfied with my lone machine, a GPSMAP76S.

 

But if I could add a second, it would be:

- a Palm with the GPS attachment (for applications)

- an eTrex Vista (for lightweight)

- a Meridian Platinum (was second-choice when shopping)

- GPS V

- or anything from Trimble

 

Best Wishes,

-Bobthearch

Posted

A Streetpilot III for the cars and a Vista for my pocket.

I really want that 24MB in the Vista so that I can store three maps at once.

The Streetpilot would be great to have in the car because my wife gets lost easily. She calls me at work when she's lost so that I can walk her through with Yahoo maps.

 

Mickey

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