Garmin GPS III Waterproof Hiking GPS
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Customer Review: Garmin GPS III+
Summary: 5 Stars
First, let me correct an earlier entry. The III+ does come with an external antenna. One can remove and replace this with an active antenna if they'd like. A good active antenna that is optimized for gain and low power consumption (remember - without a 12v cigarette lighter adapter, you're at the mercy of 4 AA alkalines!)will cost around $55.00 - not $100! This is my second Garmin, my first was a III model. I upgraded to the III+ as the base map is more detailed. For example, on major highways, it'll tell you what services are available, if any, at the exits. These "services" can be further defined: another screen will tell you the names of the places! And this is standard equipment! Various CD's are available that allow one to upload more detailed street-level maps of most of the cities and/or towns in the US. CD World Atlas and Topographical maps are available as well. I've used the unit in the car and on aircraft and have always found it to be incredibly accurate. Battery life is good, even with the active antenna attached. The only improvement I'd desire would be a rechargeable NiCad battery pack!Customer Review: No better value in the business!
Summary: 5 Stars
I waited nearly a year for the introduction of the "plus" model and it has been well worth the wait. The folks at Garmin are extremely helpful (even if they consistantly promise delivery dates far sooner than the actual ship dates) and knowledgeable. The unit itself is built quite well. The screen is clear and the backlighting is more than sufficient. Make sure you update the unit's ROM with the most recent version from Garmins web site since they frequently improve the product's capabilities. Also, spend the extra $100 and get the US Roads and Recreations CD ROM. It lets you upload (via a PC) all streets and street names down to the level of dirt roads. For interstates, it has exit info which inlcudes not only whether there are hotels, food and gas there, but which hotels, which gas stations and the names of restaurants....incredible. Otherwise, I use it on my motorcycle, in my car, hiking, that was impressive as you knew exactly where you were and the unit will calculate when you will arrive. It's IMPOSSIBLE to get lost with this unit and for about $400 bucks, you can't beat it or have more fun.Customer Review: A Must Have for an Army Professional
Summary: 5 Stars
Even though the US Army provides reliable GPS systems to most ground warriors who need them, I would buy this Garmin model again if I had to. I have used this GPS all over Bosnia, the Southern US, Mexico, Honduras, and the National Training Center. And, I find that it is much quicker and easier to use than the AN/PSN-11 (The Plugger -- the current 'new' model the Army uses). And, while it can't pinpoint your position to the square foot you are standing in, I have regualarly been able to find my destination easier than any Plugger operator. AND, the ability to download topographical data into this one makes any Plugger or Magellan user green with jealousy. I keep my Garmin in my Jeep when at home. I keep my Garmin with me on the ocean. I keep my Garmin on the hatch of my armored vehicle during field manuevers. I keep it on my belt when I road march. And, I keep it in my hand when my drivers drive me around in my HMMWV. I can't recommend it enough.Customer Review: Never be lost
Summary: 5 Stars
Carrying the Garmin GPS III+ is like having a map that always shows a 'You are here' arrow. I've used this in the car, while walking through the streets of Boston, and while hiking in dense forest in the mountains of New Hampshire. In all cases, this GPS device has proved extremely useful. I used to get lost ALL the time--it's no longer a concern for me.Now, before I travel to a new location, I look up the address and enter the latitude and longitude into the GPS 3+. The device doesn't have routing capabilities built-in (it won't find the shortest driving route to a destination), but it does tell you what direction you need to go and how far away it is. For me, that's enough.
I've purchased the US Roads and Recreation CD, which allows you to download detailed road information to the GPS 3+. The maps are accurate, and the GPS device has enough memory to store the entire greater-Boston area (3 or 4 counties).
Customer Review: GREAT DEVICE
Summary: 5 Stars
Dropped this unit into the saltwater at high tide and had to wait 6 hours to pull it out, and IT WAS STILL ON even though it had eventually taken on water. The unit lasted another 6 months of use in regular splashed environments before the long stay in saltwater finally got to it. I immediately went out and bought another one. Can purchase data on all bouy markers in your area and other data on CD for loading via PC connection. Holds a ton of waypoints. Quick to find itself after power off (have several other makes and models and this is the fastest). Would recommend Garmin products to anyone. In addition to being heavily capable against all weather conditions, the unit is also built to withstand dropping, etc. The maps it comes with are adequate for normal use on highways etc without buying the CD additions, and are of recent vintage. Nearby highway just recently completed was included in the standard onboard map.