Who uses GPS Navigation Systems?

ChrissyBz · 05-11-2008, 05:11 PM

Which one do you use? and why did you pick that one. Are there any you WOULDN'T buy and why not?

I'm getting ready for a journey, and while I'm pretty good at finding my way, it never hurts to make use of all the tools you can. I've been thinking of getting one for mom's car anyway. She can get lost in a bucket.

Canadian Dog · 05-11-2008, 06:21 PM

I just purchased a gps for geocaching, but here are some links that I found useful regarding gps units - good luck.

http://gpsinformation.net/
http://www.maps-gps-info.com/gp-rvws.html

Renoman · 05-11-2008, 06:45 PM

Great thread Chrissy.

I've been contemplating getting a gps system for my move cross country.
There's so many to choose from... I'm very interested in hearing what people have to say.

SpudFan · 05-11-2008, 10:00 PM

I have a Lowrance iWay (http://www.lowrance.com/en/Products/...ive/iWAY-600C/) in my FJ and two Garmin E-Trex Legends that we use for biking, snowboarding and the like.

I don't think you can go wrong with Garmin, Lowrance or Magellan.

ELmostl · 05-12-2008, 01:55 AM

tom tom , garmin , magellan , < in that order ehehe.. easiest to manipulate , most reliable.

a brand that i would not recommend is any cheap brand gps , ie. sanyo.<touchscreen sucks.almost needs a stylus.

or Mio<<incredibly complicated.

ChrissyBz · 05-12-2008, 02:09 AM

I think I found the one I want.

Garmin Nuvi 750

I like that there's an available card for my Jan 2009 trip from Alberta throught Mexico. It would be nice NOT to get lost in Mexico City again. Twice was enough thanks.

Thanks to everyone who chimed in. and the websites helped a LOT that's actually where I found my Canadian Vendor.

I'm going to have it shipped to my sister.

(So it will be there when I fly in)

rosemaryninja · 05-12-2008, 06:41 AM

I'm really sorry to go so OT, but I just had to post this for a laugh.

Cheap GPS:

- http://xkcd.com/407/

Okay, sorry, signing out of this thread.

MegaMuttMom · 05-12-2008, 07:18 AM

Just a funny GPS story. When my daughter was 15, she was getting a ride with her friends father. She said, hey Mr T, we should turn here (she has been where they were going many times). He said, no my GPS says to go here.... Well 45 minutes later and going through New Hampshire on the way, they ended up at their destination 1 hour late. Sometimes a 15 year old is a better navigator than a GPS. Maybe I should ask what kind he has, you don't want it

Mycathinks hesadog · 05-12-2008, 08:58 AM

I currently own the TomTom One. As a former delivery boy with a good navigational sense, I thought I would never use it. Now I'm hooked, and although I don't have experience with other units, I've been very happy with the Tom Tom.

ChrissyBz · 05-12-2008, 10:17 AM

Rosemary, that was funny. I don't mind a bit. You can put humor on my threads anytime.

Evie · 05-13-2008, 07:18 AM

We have used a few Garmin models and have loved them all. Certain things to consider in the differences: screen size (I believe this differs based on preference), touch screen, cost of updating the map, and whether street names are provided when making a directional change (i.e. does the program say "turn left" or "turn left on smith st").

I would try a few and see which you like best.

RonE · 05-13-2008, 07:25 PM

My new car has navigation built in but, on my old car, I had a Magellan.

I would say the most important single feature is the ease in obtaining regular updates, whether it's a download, a DVD or a memory card.

My Magellan was only a couple years old, but I frequently found myself driving on roads that didn't exist. It's unnerving. I spent some time on the Magellan website picking out the appropriate update and, when I finally got to the checkout, a message popped up announcing that online purchases were not yet available but to watch for them to become available soon.

ChrissyBz · 05-13-2008, 07:46 PM

LOL Ron. Well not knowing the countryside, driving on roads that don't exist won't be an issue. Hopefully, I won't end up driving on roads that are supposed to exist, but don't.

Jak · 05-13-2008, 09:21 PM

Oooh interesting. I'm just learning how to drive now I want to get one, since I don't know where anything is. The Tom Tom one is so expensive

Romeos Tune · 05-13-2008, 09:53 PM

I use the Garmin 660 and love it. It's sort of expensive but you can get a pretty good deal on a brand new one on ebay. Seems like I paid 349.00 for mine on there and still with full warranty and brand new.

ELmostl · 05-14-2008, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jak

Oooh interesting. I'm just learning how to drive now I want to get one, since I don't know where anything is. The Tom Tom one is so expensive

you can get them for 150.00

ChrissyBz · 05-14-2008, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ELmostl

you can get them for 150.00

I saw a lot around for cheaper than that. IDK how good they'd be tho. And Ebay had some CHEAP. I can't use Ebay though because of where I live.