Need a new GPS
I need a new GPS. My current set up of a bluetooth GPS and Cetus GPS running on my Treo is
too clunky.
I'm interested in something that's waterproof and can record tracks on
a removable memory card. Mapping would be nice, but it's not a
requirement. The obvious choice is a Garmin
GPSMAP 76, but the large size, questionable GPS sensitivity, and
pathetic battery life are significant negatives. My current set up
has great battery life and has the added advantage of being able to
run TomTom,
but I can't really use it while I'm on the water. The buttons are too
small and the touch screen just doesn't work with with my gloves on.
I could use the stylus, but that requires two hands.
While I don't have any nautical mapping software, my Treo does run
GoogleMaps. A satellite image does just as good a job at telling me
what's around the corner as a map. The only downside is that I need
cell reception, but this hasn't been a problem so far.
Overall, I'm just not impressed with the GPS's available today. If
anyone has any suggestions, feel free to send me a note.