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Shawsee

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Hi guys,

I am in need of GPS advice. I will be purchasing a GPS soon and my budget is limited. I know there are GPS units that are really expensive and I am wanting just a basic unit that wont cost me an arm & a leg. I was wondering if those Garmin E-Trex are any good. They are reasonably priced but, would it serve my needs on the ocean? So I am asking you experts because this is still all new to me. I just don't want to buy something that wont serve the purpose and needs, while on the other hand I cannot spend a lot of money right now. Later on (next year) I will upgrade but for now cheap is the only way. :-/

Thanks guys.
 
Hi guys,

I am in need of GPS advice. I will be purchasing a GPS soon and my budget is limited. I know there are GPS units that are really expensive and I am wanting just a basic unit that wont cost me an arm & a leg. I was wondering if those Garmin E-Trex are any good. They are reasonably priced but, would it serve my needs on the ocean? So I am asking you experts because this is still all new to me. I just don't want to buy something that wont serve the purpose and needs, while on the other hand I cannot spend a lot of money right now. Later on (next year) I will upgrade but for now cheap is the only way. :-/

Thanks guys.
 
Look at your post in "Off Topic"- "First Launch"
and I would use the Garmin as a backup.
I've got one and that's what I do. Plus you can take it on your buddies boat and steal drops. ;D ;D
 
Look at your post in "Off Topic"- "First Launch"
and I would use the Garmin as a backup.
I've got one and that's what I do. Plus you can take it on your buddies boat and steal drops. ;D ;D
 
My only beef with the Etrex is they have a SMALL display on them. I've got good eyes and couldn't imagine having an Etrex. I've got an older GARMIN GPSMAP76, but they still sell it. I have nothing but good to say about it myself, plus you can get the MAPSOURCE discs and upload maps and such to it. I think there down to $199 for them as well.

BOATERS world has the GPSMAP76 for $199 or you can get the GPSMAP76CX for $299. If you want a basic unit you can get the GPS72 for $129.

http://www.boatersworld.com/handhel...3;cielectronics-navigation;cigps-chartplotter
 
My only beef with the Etrex is they have a SMALL display on them. I've got good eyes and couldn't imagine having an Etrex. I've got an older GARMIN GPSMAP76, but they still sell it. I have nothing but good to say about it myself, plus you can get the MAPSOURCE discs and upload maps and such to it. I think there down to $199 for them as well.

BOATERS world has the GPSMAP76 for $199 or you can get the GPSMAP76CX for $299. If you want a basic unit you can get the GPS72 for $129.

http://www.boatersworld.com/handhel...3;cielectronics-navigation;cigps-chartplotter
 
That Garmin also gives you sunrise-sunset,peak feeding times, it is downloadable to a pc with the connections and disk. Look and you may find someone like Bass Pro Shops who has the disk and pc connecter for sale with the gps.

Bass Pro Shops
Garmin® GPS Accessories - PC Interface Cable
This PC Interface Cable allows you to make a powerful connection between your Garmin GPS and your PC. Create routes and waypoints on your PC and transfer them to your GPS. You can also download map detail from MapSource CD-ROMs to compatible units. Cable features a standard 9-pin D connector.
Cost Item
Number Description Size  
  $34.99  38-525-878-00   PC INTERFACE CABLE E MAP
& E TREX MODELS  
 
 
That Garmin also gives you sunrise-sunset,peak feeding times, it is downloadable to a pc with the connections and disk. Look and you may find someone like Bass Pro Shops who has the disk and pc connecter for sale with the gps.

Bass Pro Shops
Garmin® GPS Accessories - PC Interface Cable
This PC Interface Cable allows you to make a powerful connection between your Garmin GPS and your PC. Create routes and waypoints on your PC and transfer them to your GPS. You can also download map detail from MapSource CD-ROMs to compatible units. Cable features a standard 9-pin D connector.
Cost Item
Number Description Size  
  $34.99  38-525-878-00   PC INTERFACE CABLE E MAP
& E TREX MODELS  
 
 
I have seen many GPS and Garmin win's hands down!!

I used a Handheld plain GPS (no charts) for years and always got in and out with out any problems!!
I went from Chatam to the Vinyard always right on the mark!!

But I now have a Chart Plotter, not hand held, but they have them handheld and if there is any way you can get one thats what I would go with!!
They are the balls!! I never leave home with out it!!
 
I have seen many GPS and Garmin win's hands down!!

I used a Handheld plain GPS (no charts) for years and always got in and out with out any problems!!
I went from Chatam to the Vinyard always right on the mark!!

But I now have a Chart Plotter, not hand held, but they have them handheld and if there is any way you can get one thats what I would go with!!
They are the balls!! I never leave home with out it!!
 
Thanks guys!

I will be looking and I do value all your advice. I plan on a spending limit of $250 for now but by next season I will be able to afford one for more money.

Thanks again, you guys are the best!
 
Thanks guys!

I will be looking and I do value all your advice. I plan on a spending limit of $250 for now but by next season I will be able to afford one for more money.

Thanks again, you guys are the best!
 
If thats the case, get a Handheld this year and go with a dash mount next year, Then you have a great back up, that you cann take on a buddys boat!
 
If thats the case, get a Handheld this year and go with a dash mount next year, Then you have a great back up, that you cann take on a buddys boat!
 
The PC INTERFACE cable came with my GPSMAP76, all I had to do was buy the charts and upload from my computer. When I helped a friend bring his 43' TORRES from BOSTON MASSECHUSETTES to SARASOTA FLORIDA, we ended up using my GPSMAP76 for the whole trip. The $2500 STANDARD HORIZON crapped out less than 5 minutes after leaving port, so my handheld brought us all the way back without issue.
 
The PC INTERFACE cable came with my GPSMAP76, all I had to do was buy the charts and upload from my computer. When I helped a friend bring his 43' TORRES from BOSTON MASSECHUSETTES to SARASOTA FLORIDA, we ended up using my GPSMAP76 for the whole trip. The $2500 STANDARD HORIZON crapped out less than 5 minutes after leaving port, so my handheld brought us all the way back without issue.
 
I have a Garmin GPS V that works great, I don't think they sell em anymore but you might find one used.

A GPSMAP 276 might be had for your budget if you catch one on ebay.
 
I have a Garmin GPS V that works great, I don't think they sell em anymore but you might find one used.

A GPSMAP 276 might be had for your budget if you catch one on ebay.
 
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