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Old 03-31-2008, 08:20 PM   #1
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Do you use a gps on your bike? what kinda bike? what gps (model)? Do you like it? do you need it?
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Old 03-31-2008, 10:21 PM   #2
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i think osp is getting or has one
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Old 03-31-2008, 11:00 PM   #3
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I'll be using my Garmin Legend on my trip this summer... but I never go anywhere with out a map.

I used the GPS on my drive from Anchorage to Portland OR, on to Fargo, and back up to Anchorage... worked well... gave me actual speed and a trip meter... (something my truck lacks )

I still don't know if I feel comfortable with it as my only source of direction... but it's a good primary with a map as backup


this is the one I have


I got it for Trail runs in my truck... but I found a good mount for my bike that will "plug" the steering head nut... it's pretty cool

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Old 03-31-2008, 11:02 PM   #4
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I want a GPS to track my wanderings, I purposely try to get lost and find cool roads.
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Old 03-31-2008, 11:05 PM   #5
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I want a GPS to track my wanderings, I purposely try to get lost and find cool roads.
yeah that's the only reason I have it with me when I ride...

I marked trail routes in my truck
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Old 03-31-2008, 11:13 PM   #6
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Picked up the Garmin Zumo. Liked the full North America detail maps built-in, MP3 player, controls on the left for a motorcyclist, buttons for gloved hands. Buy the XM antenna and can have satellite radio.
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Old 03-31-2008, 11:20 PM   #7
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i think osp is getting or has one
I have one... I haven't used it on my bike yet, but it's got me to and a from a few places... My reasons for getting one are similar to what's mentioned here... map rides, find new roads, log miles, and of course help me around a new city...
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Old 04-01-2008, 05:38 PM   #8
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I have a Garmin 60csx. It's really a handheld. I use a ram mount to put it on the bike's bars. The main reason I purchased it was for geocaching but it seems to work great for every situation... car, hooked to a laptop, motorcycle, mountain bike, or just walking. I also love all the different stats it's capable of. Took it downhill skiing a few months ago and the data from that outing was pretty sweet.
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Old 04-04-2008, 09:54 PM   #9
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thanks for replies, like Trip i like to try to get lost and really its kinda hard to do but when you are lost looking for a gas station or food it can be a bitch. My girl has a Garmin and ive played with it in the car and it has everything from gas stations to ATM's and fast food. Her's also doesnt need downloads or any silly crap. just plug and play. Only thing is it isnt waterproof. Mainly i was wondering if i should get a bike GPS or just a little hand held when im lost. I think you all have helped make my decision in that im leaning more towards a little hand held.

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Old 04-04-2008, 10:07 PM   #10
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i used one at the gap to find our way to devil's triangle from robbinsville.. i also have one in my expedition that i use and one on my blackberry that i use.. it has helped me when i have got lost before..
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