Peter_Puget Posted October 16, 2003 Posted October 16, 2003 I am thinking of buying a GPS receiver. I want to use it to aid in finding groovy new small crags. I will be out only for day hikes and I think need only basic features? What price should I expect to pay for a reasonable device? Any recommendations? Quote
PaulB Posted October 16, 2003 Posted October 16, 2003 If you want something new, look at the Garmin Geko 101 or 201. Small, simple and waterproof. If you don't mind some older and bulkier technology, look around for a used Garmin GPS12. Quote
rbw1966 Posted October 16, 2003 Posted October 16, 2003 I'll sell you an old Magellan GPS I have for $50 bones. Its one of the earlier models. Quote
Peter_Puget Posted October 16, 2003 Author Posted October 16, 2003 How accurate are these models? any ideas? Quote
PaulB Posted October 17, 2003 Posted October 17, 2003 Garmin says their WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) capable units are accurate to within 3 meters, and those without WAAS are accurate to within 15 meters. All external factors being equal, I doubt there would be much difference in accuracy between the different manufacturers. Quote
Peter_Puget Posted October 19, 2003 Author Posted October 19, 2003 Any thoughts on not getting a strong signal while under trees? I have read some reviews suggesting that this is a problem. Thanks for the replies PP Quote
Alpinfox Posted October 19, 2003 Posted October 19, 2003 PaulB said: Garmin Geko 101 or 201. Small, simple and waterproof. Any of you gearheads used one of these? I'd be interested in hearing your critique. Quote
Dru Posted October 19, 2003 Posted October 19, 2003 Peter_Puget said: Any thoughts on not getting a strong signal while under trees? I have read some reviews suggesting that this is a problem. Thanks for the replies PP better take a chainsaw to cut down some trees for a better signal! even the good ones have a hard time under the forest canopy but the crags in there will be all mossy and dirt-ay anyways. Quote
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