gps

[thulman]

Anyone use gps while out on the water? Any good ones to consider?

 

[93mustang97sea]

I use a hand held garmin for my speed runs.. I been using it for years doing boat runs and ski runs with it.

 

[thulman]

I am considering this Garmin GPSMAP 76 handheld.
It says it has trip computer, marine point database, course variation program etc. And you can download maps. Just sounds like it will do a good job and since its waterproof it sounded like a good one.

http://www.towabletubesdirect.com/p...p-76-waterproof-handheld-gps-marine-gps-unit/

Is this a good one?

 

[crisso]

Many will call me an idiot BUT I put my phone in a press seal, clear sandwich bag it it works a treat.It's got all the info I need and a blonde as the screen to look at along the way.A year and a half I've been doing this.Can check the speedo at the same time.Funy thing though.The altitude never seems to change.

 

[tjhalliday]

Have the Garmin 76. Love it, though like the cell phone in the bag idea.

 

[jimd]

GPS recommendation

I like the Hummingbird GPS. They are simple and provide good features at a competitive price. Look for the models with the maps included. This is feature that saves money - Usually with NVB in the part number.