GPS

[watkins]

Ok, I have heard everyone saying that GPS is the way to go. What are the best models. I know Garmin makes nice ones... so lets have it... price aside what is the best GPS for ATV'in.

[J.J.]

I'm using the most basic Garmin e-trex, works great, costs about 90-100 bucks. I use it in my truck, on the quad and on my mountain bike. The handle bar clamps are about 12 bucks and the car holder a bit more.

 

Only 2 complaints:

1)I use the speed feature the most on my quad (ave, max, odo, trip, etc) and I found that the digits are too small to read when you're barely in control of the quad and only have a split second to glance down.

The higher models, Venture, Legend, etc, have larger size digits that would make it easier to read.

 

2) The batteries are sensitive to big hits and the power will be cut off if they move, I just shim the batteries against the cover with a piece of paper to overcome this.

 

Never had a problem with the water proofing.

 

The rest of the features are more than adequate for quad use, like track back, auto track log, waypoints, elevation, etc.

 

Here's a pic to show how small the digits are. Hope this helps.

[kenr74]

I have a Garmin Legend. It is middle of the line. Has some features that I don't use but it is pretty handy.

[Yamahammer]

etsax also here use it on the jet ski alos for speed runs and such.. works good no problems so far

[dnhyoung]

Me and a few of my buddies recently invested in a couple of the Garmin Rino's 120. I have to say they Kick some serious ass. They not only have the GPS features, but they also are radios, and you can track the other guys on your channel. We gave them a pretty good run for their money last weekend and they worked flawlessly. We even did a little hide-n-seek to test out the locating feature, and it worked really well. cost for the unit was $210 from E-bay shipped plus another 20 for a handle bar mount

[SSTBANSHEE305]

The best is the meridian color.

Very easy to use and has all the feature of all the types of GPS's all in one.

And its color.

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Edited September 7, 2004 by SSTBANSHEE305

[Yamahammer]

any one know of a handle bar mount for the etrex i have tried everywhere but only found one and it is like 120.. billet

looking for something cheeper.. for both toys..

[kenr74]

YamaHammer,

 

Check out REI.com Click Here

 

I picked one up Friday for $18 at my local store. It seems to work great and is pretty solid.

 

For anybody looking for info on GPS stuff take a look at GeoCaching for some reviews and tips.

[J.J.]

any one know of a handle bar mount for the etrex i have tried everywhere but only found one and it is like 120.. billet

looking for something cheeper.. for both toys..

amazon .com

$14

[Yamahammer]

I have seen those mounts and dont like the fact that it ataches by just the little t clamp of the batery holder i prefer this mount .. http://www.imsproducts.com/gps.htm

i guess i will have to step up and get one

[J.J.]

I have seen those mounts and dont like the fact that it ataches by just the little t  clamp of the batery holder i prefer this mount .. http://www.imsproducts.com/gps.htm

i guess i will have to step up and get one

Yeah, you're correct, it clips on to the battery cover which is held on by the little T-bar thingy.

Thanks for the link to the imsproducts site, those are pretty cool!

To be honest, so far I haven't had a problem with that clamping arrangement and most of the time it's mounted to the quad or the mountain bike. Touch wood.

[Yamahammer]

I will be running it on the shee and my gpr1200 jet ski just dont want to loose it

[Wallrat]

I just keep the lanyard on the gps and slip that on the opposite handlebar from the handlebar mount for a little insurance. I've ridden HARD with that bike mount and its never even hinted at coming off. No problems with batteries coming loose either. I've got the legend too. Also, if you're looking for a car holder, check ebay. I got a mount and a cig. adapter for half the price of the car kit at REI. You can't beat the etrex series if you ride sand. It'll display an arrow pointing to whatever waypoint you want. As you ride around, the arrow will continue to point towards your destination. The arrow is plenty big enough to see during a quick glance-down.

[PUSH THE THROTTLE]

I've never used anything but the Etrex Legend, no problems.

[spoolnvr4]

is it to big to fit in ur pocket... i would think it would look Doofy up on the bars.. and how does it work... Do u set it from the spot u are leaving from... then switch it back when u r returning?