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Please clarify Hi Doug, Please explain the 2-3 times horizontal error using a GPS altimeter. (I expect that the accuracy wouldn't be perfect,but how off could it be ?) Do GPS's with barometric altimeters automatically calibrate off of the GPS signal and override the barometric system ...

Thanks Chip,seems that you had the same experiance. Will keep this in mind when shopping around. An interesting quote from your link: "Making bail after every BASE jump can really burn a hole in your pocket, so consider the value-minded HIGH GEAR SUMMIT." I guess he is more concerned about...

New Holiday Gadget: http://www.casio.com/products/Timepiece/Pathfinder/PAW1100T-7V/ Since my Garmin Legend HcX doesn't have a barometric altimeter, I figured having a watch/altimeter, would be a good idea.Really cool to predict the rain, using the graph on the barometric reading. Well....:o...

My condolences , Darren, for your loss to you and your family .

Seem very familiar.... Do bullfrogs have testacles ? :D

See bikers enjoying their freedom, by discarding their helmets.... :(

Just back in from Hawaii ,Vegas and a bit of Grand Canyons....family vacation.I brought the Vista HCX,just to try it out. Usage off and on for two weeks. .Many times I forgot to conserve power and shut it down. This thing does NOT use electricity.:cool: Only used one set of batteries ...still...

This is too funny :D Thanks,Sarbigdog1 !

Please keep in mind that the available maps that I have found on line do not have very much in regards to USA.I was looking in Europe, not USA. I'm guessing , because of the Garmin maps availability. Found one in Hawaii though. ;) But, I'm hoping something interesting will arise from these...

Thanks Kevin, Will add the converter to my arsenal, and I wouldn't mind this thread to have a good run, wherever it brings us. Keith, I would appreciate you having a good look at this. The files are being created from many sources. A lot of them are being shared from here...

I will be going to the Pyrenees and am in the planning stage. Picked up my lightweight Garmin GPS and needed maps. Not easy to find.Garmin doesn't seem to have too many detailed international mapping programs for backpacking, in Europe.The Metro Guide for Europe is useless.I prefer to stay away...

Thanks,Doug...but now I want one.. :o..hmmm another two ounces...better get the drill back out... :D Absolutely,Mongoose 24 Meg won't last long.Get a 2 Gig card :) Just read my manual for the etrex HC Series (Includes the Vista and Legend) Info...

Hi Maddy, I'm a new poster , here, but have been hiking and on internet boards for a while.I like gadgets.Can usually be seen around Montreal with my Blackberry running Google maps and Trimble software. I wanted something lightweight , with a map, under six ounces, with high sensitivity...

Sorry,Mongoose I guess I got a little excited :o when I saw your post. Its actually the Legend HCx. https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=145&pID=8701 Picked it up in Montreal for 219.CAD VERY happy with it.After many hours of use , original batteries at full power.Now loaded with...

Hi Mongoose, Why not the Venture HCx ?High sensitivity antenna , robust and light.Venture HCx battery life is 25 hours, as long as you behave yourself with it. I will be doing the Pyrenees this September. Have to pack ultralight...My Magellan friend but battery drainer stays home.:o...

Geat Night...Snowshoes aren't optional (PP) I waddled in and shook off some sleet and saw a white wabbit...Hmmmm..... a quick appetizer....wonder if anyone would notice a missing leg... :rolleyes: But,quickly distracted by some brews coveted by another pair of grizzlies who go by the...

Was snoozin, and then I hear all this ruckus about..:eek: ...BEER ? :) Worth wakin up for. Will try to pop by .

Hmmm...two elbows and knees in mint condition. I'm 52 and claiming the left knee . :D

Neil and Sylvie, My thoughts and prayers are with you. You both have my deepest sympathy and best wishes to make it through this difficult time. Gilian is right, your son's spirit will always be in the mountains , and he would want you to continue on.

You keep pressing the weather links....trying to change the forecast..this actually works..:rolleyes: ..sometimes...:o You hate shopping.....except for hiking gear and garments.. and can't stay away from the "discount" rack...and can't stop buying ..jackets... You donate clothing....but...