A GPS is not just about knowing where you are. As a hiker or backpacker you want to get away from it all-and then safely make your way back. Getting lost is no fun, and trying to shop for a GPS amongst the bewildering array at an outdoors or electronics megastore is even less fun. At GPS for Hikers we offer just three GPS models, each carefully selected for the purpose. Pick the one that fits your budget, and hit the trail!
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Dan Neil of LA Times calls Colorado 400t utterly vital
Garmin's in-house bloggers can be relied upon for interesting links and stories on their products. Today they posted an interesting and very positive article on Los Angeles Times More...
Can I put street maps on my hiking GPS?
As we recently discussed, putting topographic maps onto your hiking GPS makes it a much more powerful tool. Many outdoors-oriented GPSes can also have street maps loaded onto More...
Do I need topo maps on my hiking GPS?
Any GPS receiver will tell you your current location (latitude, longitude) and elevation - that's what they do. Most units will also display a map screen, with you precisely More...
What to look for in a GPS for backpacking
Generally speaking the same GPS works great for both day-hiking and backpacking. You want a model that balances size/weight with features and screen size. For backpacking, two More...
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The Works |
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Take on the trails with Colorado 400t. This rugged, advanced handheld is packed with detailed topographic maps for all your hiking adventures not to mention 3-D map view, a high-sensitivity receiver, barometric altimeter, electronic compass, SD card slot, picture viewer and color display. Exchange tracks, waypoints, routes and geocaches wirelessly between similar units. When the going gets tough, Colorado leads the way. More...
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The Sweet Spot |
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Neither deep foliage, nor canyons faze the rugged eTrex Vista HCx. Its high-sensitivity receiver holds a GPS signal in the toughest environments. This handheld navigator also has a bright color screen, barometric altimeter, electronic compass, microSD card slot - and automatic routing for wherever adventure takes you. More...
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The Budget Choice |
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Not just a basic GPS--the Legend comes with a full basemap of the Americas and can be loaded with MapSource topo or marine maps. More...
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