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Dec
03

A Portable Handheld GPS – 7 Fun Ways to Use It

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gpsHave you been wanting to buy a portable handheld GPS or portable GPS navigator but just didn’t know quite what you were going to use it for? You may even have friends who own one, but you’re still unsure? These devices are great tools that provide a huge array of ways to get the most use out of them. Take a look at some of the fun (and practical) ways to make the most of these fun GPS gadgets:


1. Driving. This is one of the most common and practical ways a GPS device can be used for especially with with mapping software. The software allows you to navigate to and from specific destinations by choosing the shortest distance, or fastest routes. It can get you from one place to another and can even allow you to choose to avoid toll roads, avoid major highways, and have it recalculate to a different route than the one you are currently on. Finding necessities like fuel and food near your current location are also added perks. Do you need to go to the restroom? Yes, just check your GPS and you can find the closest the restroom! Now how cool is that?


2. Kayaking and Boating. Using a portable GPS navigator in boating is beneficial to mark favorite fishing spots, a favorite landing point, a great scenic view that you may want to return to, or to navigate to and from your Kayak put in spot. Once you get out in the water, it is easy to loose your way as it all looks the same unless you have a land mark. A GPS unit will allow you to navigate back the exact same way you went out. Most of the GPS systems also have a Man Overboard feature. If by chance someone falls overboard or you loose equipment (fishing rods, etc.) you can mark the spot and go exactly back to the same location.


3. Hiking. A portable handheld GPS can be used in hiking to mark a trail head, a favorite location along a well-used trail, mark your campsite, trail tracking through the backlog, navigate toward previous marked points, and track your speed, distance, elevation, and much more. A GPS in the wilderness is almost a must and it can actually save your life. There are many stories of hikers getting injured on their journey and by being able to provide the coordinates of their location, rescue help found them quickly.


4. In an Airplane. Only for fun. While flying commercial , you can track the distance to your destination, see how high you are flying, how fast the plane is traveling, and even where you are currently flying over. Make sure to adhere to any regulations about portable electronic devices.


5. Geocaching. A worldwide high tech game of hide and seek, geocaching is a great hobby. Players use their GPS to find treasures, or geocaches, hidden by others with user-posted latitude and longitude coordinates. This recreational sport has only been around for a short time, but is definitely growing in popularity. There are probably a few geocaches within only a mile or two of where you live!


6. Vacation and Tourism. While on vacation, a portable handheld GPS is a great way to visit places that may be of special interest, find local restaurants, and to mark places that you would like to remember, possibly return to, or recommend to others. It’s also great for finding lodging and other amenities near your location, if you are traveling on a whim.


7. Biking. The use of a portable GPS navigator is a great way to keep track of statistics like distance biked, how far to a destination, current speed, average speed, amount of time you’ve been moving, and amount of time spent stopped. Whether you are a serious biker or a casual rider, this is a great way to keep track of your progress.


The possibilities are virtually endless for using a portable GPS navigator. These are just a few ideas. Once you start using one, you’ll wonder why you waited so long, and how you managed without it. There are many different styles, so you are able to get one that fits your needs and budget.






Author: Taylor Gray
Categories : GPS
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Feb
25

Don’t know what to buy? (GPS or CB Radio)?

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Anonymous asked:


Hey everyone,

I have a Truck, and was thinking of either buying a CB Radio (for offroading and talking with friends, I don’t like spending my very little prepaid cellphone minutes) OR buying a handheld GPS for hiking and geocaching. What do you think?

Either:

CB radio. Good for communicating with friends and using for if I get stuck while offroading. Saves on the Cellphone bill. Plus if my cellphone reception dies, I have it as a backup.

Handheld GPS. Good for Geocaching and Hiking, I’ll never get lost. Plus it’s extremely helpful for other things.

So Yahoo…. what do you think?
I see myself Offroading a LOT more than Hiking and Geocaching… however I could also use the GPS for Offroading… it sure beats a map! ;)

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Feb
22

I’m looking for a GPS/Nav device which works with latitude/longitude coordinates?

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Erik Schorr asked:


Almost every new suction-cup-to-the-windshield GPS Navigation system I’ve played with only lets you specify a destination by City/State/Zip/Address, not by latitude/longitude, and doesn’t show current latitude/longitude coordinates.

What brands/models actually use and show coordinates in addition to a visual representation of the road you’re on? Almost all handheld GPS receivers do this, but none meant for automotive installations, and I consider this an important feature for some of the work I do.

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Feb
22

Help choosing a GPS device – hiking, biking and geocaching?

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MrMcMonkey asked:


I want to buy a handheld GPS thingy (never having used one before) but my mind is boggling looking through all the different ones available.

I’d use it for hiking in mountainous areas and probably geocaching, which sounds fun.

The Magellan Triton 400 looks quite good, as does the Garmin Vista HCx but the latter might be a bit too much feature-wise for my first…?

Can you recommend one? Not necessarily one of the two I mentioned, any suitable one!

Thanks :)

Oh, also, I’m in England so one that uses EGNOS would be nice. And can they give OS map references or only lat. and long.?
Joseph that wouldn’t be your website by any chance would it? They/you don’t even ship outside of the US. Your spam is not appreciated.

DD, thanks anyway but that’s not the kind of device I mean, I don’t need it for the car. Most of those issues won’t apply. :)

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Feb
21

Best GPS system for hunting, hiking, fishing?

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Nick B asked:


I’m looking for a good handheld and durable GPS system for hunting, fishing, and hiking. Any suggestions?

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Feb
21

GPS auto tracking?

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Bozie Bear asked:


I am looking for a handheld GPS that I can throw anywhere in my car (even the trunk). I’ve heard of products that go under the car (not interested). I know from experience several years ago that you need a clear (or almost clear) field of view. Now I hear of devices that contridict this theory. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Road Tested….Highway Approved
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Feb
15

When using a GPS unit to display distance travelled is it the actual distance you travel that you are given?

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balans_99 asked:


Using a unit such as a garmin handheld.
For example if I hike over hills I travel a vertical and a horizontal distance. This combined would be greater than the distance I would travel if the ground was flat. Is this extra distance also calculated, or is it just the simple point to point displacement?

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Feb
14

What handheld GPSr would you suggest for close to $100 or under?

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mikehockstein asked:


I’m looking for a fairly cheap handheld GPSr mostly for geocaching in my area. I want something cheap but something that will work. I’ve been reading some reviews and a lot of them are very mixed for the lower end products. Two specific one’s I’ve seen are the “Lowrance iFINDER GO2 Handheld GPS Receiver” for about $80 and the “Garmin Etrex H Handheld Monochrome GPS” for about $90. If anyone has used these or knows of possible better ones please let me know what you think. Or if you know something about handheld GPSs that you think I should know, don’t be afraid to speak up. Thanks a lot everybody, all help is appreciated.

GPS devices for all activities
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Feb
12

Can you help me choose a palm or pocket pc?

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motherofalitter asked:


First, I don’t understand what “Mobile Web” is exactly. How do I find out if my fav sites have “mobile web”, and how much will this limit my browsing?

I’m looking for a handheld with some gps capability, office-to-go, and at least 2 gigs to store my stuff. Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance for your helpful tips and advice!

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Feb
12

GolfBuddy Plus GPS Rangefinder

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The GolfBuddy is a portable GPS device designed for golfers. A golf caddie at the palm of your hands. The GolfBuddy automatically displays the distance remaining to the front, center and back of the green as you move. Put the latest in innovation and technology in your golf game.
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