Anyone like the Delorme GPS?

Replies to This Discussion

Permalink Reply by Estysalinas on February 4, 2011 at 3:39pm

I'm not A fan of the smaller displays...but I have looked into that unitbseveral times. Love the spot comparability and being able to at least have a one way text message go out!

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by EYP on February 4, 2011 at 4:01pm

Good Point -- Does that make you more inclined to buy it?  Or would you still stick with a Garmin?

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by PBn'FJ on February 4, 2011 at 6:00pm

I've heard good things about the PN 60W. I did consider getting one for the SPOT functionality and messaging capability but could not justify replacing my Garmin.

 

If you already have a good GPS, I recently saw some articles on new SPOT products that connect to smart phones via bluetooth allowing messaging and emergency alerts via the SPOT transceiver.

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Sean Slavin on February 4, 2011 at 9:31pm

I've got a PN-40 and love it. The small screen isn't too much of an issue for me. I have it mounted on a RAM mount on the windshield by the driver's A pillar. It boots quickly and locks in relatively quick if it has a clear view. The software is easy to use. Transferring maps and tracks is a breeze. I really like the MapLibrary subscription as well. Lots of USGS topo quads available.

 

My only issue is there is no Mac-native software. I run it through a Windows Virtual Machine on VMWare but the latest version, 9, will run through BootCamp.

• ▶ Reply