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Texpppr
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(Bird Dog)
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06/07/08 01:58 PM
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What handheld GPS??
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What do you use and how do you like it. I just sold my Garmin Vista (Older BW one) and am thinking of purchasing the new Vista Hcx, but would like to hear other experiences.Thanks for the help.
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bigjohn
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(Tracker)
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06/07/08 02:17 PM
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Re: What handheld GPS??
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I have the Garmin 60CSX and it is very nice- great features, good color and reception. The new Garmin Colorado's look good, but way pricey right now.
I saw a new 60CSX on Ebay for $270+shipping, thats a heck of a deal.
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Texpppr
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(Bird Dog)
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06/07/08 02:34 PM
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Re: What handheld GPS??
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I see that the 60 series is a bit bigger and a larger screen than the Vista series. But most of the rest seems to be the same functionality within each group..like color screen, High sensitivity reciever, adding memory. I had 0 issues in all the time I had my old garmin Vista..that was nice
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dawaba
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(Woodsman)
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06/07/08 05:34 PM
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Re: What handheld GPS??
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I'm also using the 60csx. I used to have a Garmin Legend but lost it while on a hunt in Newfoundland. The new unit is a little bigger and has more bells and whistles. Perhaps newer is better?? I like them both as either will get me back to the pickup after dark.
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Texpppr
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(Bird Dog)
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06/07/08 05:54 PM
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Re: What handheld GPS??
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My older model Vista would do that.. I really don't use all the bells and wistles. I wanted to upgrade for color monitor,High sensitivity reciever, more memory capacity if needed and UBC compatiability vs. serial that I had. If I get the new Vista Hcx ..it will cost me net $106 over what I got for the old system. I like the garmin as I know how to use it and it seems to last. Vista vs 60map series..hmmm
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Texpppr
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(Bird Dog)
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06/09/08 08:05 PM
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Re: What handheld GPS??
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I like the Garmin brand. anyone else have any experiences with other brands positive or negative? thanks..
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Take a look at Delorme's handheld GPS, the PN-20 and the Topo USA 7 package. Fairly expensive, but very versatile, especially when you can put all your routes and waypoints on your home computer. The ability to download $100.00 worth of aerial maps or USGS topos is nice also. Just a thought. 
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I think that the Garmin 60CSX is the best GPS on the market and very easy to use. I used Magellan GPS for serveral years, but the Garmin 60CSX has them all beat in my opinion. I have used my 60CSX in Colorado and a lot of other places and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I have the topo maps on it as well.
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Texpppr
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(Bird Dog)
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06/10/08 08:48 AM
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Re: What handheld GPS??
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What does the 60CSX feature wise the Vista HCX doesn't ? Thats what I have been trying to figure out..lol A little bit bigger screen but with a little lower resolution. I have been trying to compare to find out.
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Re: What handheld GPS??
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Go to garmin.com and then choose on the trail and then choose mapping handhelds and then you can compare the features of the models side by side. I don't think there is much difference between the 60CSX and Vista HCX, but I prefer the buttons on the front over the buttons on the side.
I have used Magellans for several years and I think that the 60CSX is the best and easiest to use as well.
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Texpppr
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(Bird Dog)
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06/12/08 04:09 PM
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Re: What handheld GPS??
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I ended up getting a Garmin Vista HCX.. I knew how to use my old Vista so should be pretty much the same. I basicly use it to mark points in the field so I can get to them again. I know it does a whole bunch more. But all I really care is to get back to my truck or a hunting spot or landmark I want to find. Probably really didn't need to upgrade but ended up ugrading from a 6-7 year old unit to the latest greatest Vista with the high sensitivity chip for $105 net. I can live with that..lol
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bigjohn
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(Tracker)
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06/13/08 04:17 PM
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Re: What handheld GPS??
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The key word there is GARMIN! I dont think you can go wrong with any of their units. As I mentioned I have the 60csx and love it, my buddy bought one last night for a Colorado trip over the next few weeks and had some issues that their customer service fixed online first thing this morning.
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