GPS questions....

DMK · 02-05-2011, 05:56 PM

I'm thinking of picking up a GPS, but don't have a clue about them... (no smart comments about me not having a clue...)

What do you have?, likes / dislikes / suggestions?

Ratters · 02-05-2011, 05:58 PM

I have a Garmin Nuvi, I forget which model, but it works great. I recommend buying from Amazon. No sales tax (most likely) and their prices seem to be the cheapest out there.

Ranger_B · 02-05-2011, 06:31 PM

What are you using the GPS for? Just for driving? Geocaching? Hiking/camping? Fishing/boating? Targeting bad guys?

joeobx · 02-05-2011, 06:40 PM

Garmin nuvi gets my vote. Go with a wide screen.

DMK · 02-05-2011, 06:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ranger_B

What are you using the GPS for? Just for driving? Geocaching? Hiking/camping? Fishing/boating? Targeting bad guys?

Just for driving.
I just want the wifey to stop nagging....

T.G · 02-05-2011, 06:59 PM

I have a Garmin nvui 265WT (midrange model w/ wide screen and lifetime traffic) it's very easy and intuitive to use, and I really have only one minor complaint, the volume of the speaker could be louder when it calls out turns.

We had some additional discussion on the GPSes and how some are less user friendly than others here: http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=37025

Bill86 · 02-05-2011, 07:02 PM

Honestly the GPS on my Iphone is better than any GPS I've tested. I've had all the decent GPS brands and had minimal luck. Could just be the goofy roads in Tennessee

hotreds · 02-05-2011, 07:40 PM

Garmin nüvi 1450LMT 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map & Traffic Updates
http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-1450LMT...6956089&sr=8-1

Love it! Have also used a Tom Tom and a Magellan but really like the size of this and the lifetime updates. Lane assist is also very useful and helpful. The traffic feature isn't really all that helpful- maybe someday it will be- and I don't have a bluetooth phone. However, I really love this GPS.

A GPS and XM radio are musts for travel!

Yahoo Maps, Mapquest and GPS units can be inaccurate- you pays your money and takes your chances. However, with a GPS you have options, with printed directions from YM or MP you're SOL.

Bageland2000 · 02-05-2011, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ratters

I have a Garmin Nuvi, I forget which model, but it works great. I recommend buying from Amazon. No sales tax (most likely) and their prices seem to be the cheapest out there.

+1

Garmin nuvi 265WT is AWESOME for the price. Got it for my girlfriend for christmas, she loves it..

emopunker2004 · 02-05-2011, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bill86

Honestly the GPS on my Iphone is better than any GPS I've tested. I've had all the decent GPS brands and had minimal luck. Could just be the goofy roads in Tennessee

same here with my HTC Evo android phone. It's better than my Tom TOm

Wolfgang · 02-05-2011, 08:05 PM

I love Garmin!

taltos · 02-05-2011, 09:18 PM

I have had a Garmin Nuvi 1350T since last summer. I love it and it is accurate as long as I keep the maps updated. Garmin does also have an on line GPS training course so that you can safely and properly use your unit.

Eleven · 02-05-2011, 09:37 PM

Garmins get my vote too, although I really dig my Droid as a GPS. If my wife and kid didn't want to play with it so much while we drive it would become my new full time GPS.

Ranger_B · 02-05-2011, 09:42 PM

I would experiment with you phone if it has the capabality. Then look at the garmins. I have always loved garmin. I have a Delorme now and this is my final GPS I think. But for in the car I just use my phone.

jcruse64 · 02-06-2011, 01:45 PM

I have, I think, the same Garmin as TG, and it has been a good one so far. I had a Nuvi 8xx, can't remember the exact number. It had bluetooth (never used it) and voice command. While the VC worked fine, it was NOT worth the extra coin. Have not had a chance to try this newer Garmin in pedestrian mode yet.

kelmac07 · 02-06-2011, 01:46 PM

I have a Tom Tom and couldn't be happier.

captain53 · 02-06-2011, 03:04 PM

Garmin is top of the line - they make most of the top line stuff for aircraft and marine use. But many folks seem to like Tom Tom as a little more user friendly. Both are good just find the model/price that fits your needs. Screen size is a big factor and bigger is better to be able to read on the go.

tsolomon · 02-06-2011, 03:48 PM

I have a Garmin Nuvi as well and really like it. We always take it when we travel, makes it easier to get out of and then back to the airport. We plug in the addresses of the hotel and any other places we are going before we leave and our trip starts out so much better. Need to find a place to eat or the next rest stop, just query the GPS and you will know how to get there and how long it will take. You no longer have to settle for McD's when you can get to a nice place off the main road and then easily back to the highway.

Ratters · 02-06-2011, 07:15 PM

Ah, found the one I have. Works great and is super cheap.

http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-255-3-5.../ref=pd_cp_e_1

ashtonlady · 02-06-2011, 08:10 PM

I have a Garmin Nuvi. I love it. I use it when my husband is not with me and I am driving out of town. I also use it when my husband is driving when we are in a new city so we dont kill each other.

02-05-2011, 05:56 PM	#1
DMK S.O.B. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Darryl Location: Hamilton, ON. Canada. Posts: 2,747 Trading: (86)	GPS questions.... I'm thinking of picking up a GPS, but don't have a clue about them... (no smart comments about me not having a clue...) What do you have?, likes / dislikes / suggestions? __________________ Darryl, SOB...

02-05-2011, 05:58 PM	#2
Ratters Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,848 Trading: (2)	Re: GPS questions.... I have a Garmin Nuvi, I forget which model, but it works great. I recommend buying from Amazon. No sales tax (most likely) and their prices seem to be the cheapest out there.

02-05-2011, 06:31 PM	#3
Ranger_B Have My Own Room Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Frank Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,321 Trading: (31)	Re: GPS questions.... What are you using the GPS for? Just for driving? Geocaching? Hiking/camping? Fishing/boating? Targeting bad guys?

02-05-2011, 06:40 PM	#4
joeobx just playing in the storm Join Date: Oct 2009 First Name: Joe Location: Fredericksburg. VA VCM Country Posts: 1,117 Trading: (4)	Re: GPS questions.... Garmin nuvi gets my vote. Go with a wide screen. __________________ it's all fun and games till the flying monkeys show up

02-05-2011, 06:59 PM	#6
T.G Grrrrrr Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: The Other Adam Posts: 15,557 Trading: (37)	Re: GPS questions.... I have a Garmin nvui 265WT (midrange model w/ wide screen and lifetime traffic) it's very easy and intuitive to use, and I really have only one minor complaint, the volume of the speaker could be louder when it calls out turns. We had some additional discussion on the GPSes and how some are less user friendly than others here: http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=37025

02-05-2011, 07:02 PM	#7
Bill86 Snob Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Bill Posts: 6,704 Trading: (67)	Re: GPS questions.... Honestly the GPS on my Iphone is better than any GPS I've tested. I've had all the decent GPS brands and had minimal luck. Could just be the goofy roads in Tennessee

02-05-2011, 07:40 PM	#8
hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,665 Trading: (63)	Re: GPS questions.... Garmin nüvi 1450LMT 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map & Traffic Updates http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-1450LMT...6956089&sr=8-1 Love it! Have also used a Tom Tom and a Magellan but really like the size of this and the lifetime updates. Lane assist is also very useful and helpful. The traffic feature isn't really all that helpful- maybe someday it will be- and I don't have a bluetooth phone. However, I really love this GPS. A GPS and XM radio are musts for travel! Yahoo Maps, Mapquest and GPS units can be inaccurate- you pays your money and takes your chances. However, with a GPS you have options, with printed directions from YM or MP you're SOL. __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.

02-05-2011, 08:05 PM	#11
Wolfgang Back from the dead Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tampa, Fl Posts: 2,541 Trading: (14)	Re: GPS questions.... I love Garmin! __________________ You probably wont remember that test you failed, but you'll never forget the girl you were with the night before, when you decided not to study.

02-05-2011, 09:18 PM	#12
taltos Really, really old Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Paul Location: Saugus, MA Posts: 2,486 Trading: (3)	Re: GPS questions.... I have had a Garmin Nuvi 1350T since last summer. I love it and it is accurate as long as I keep the maps updated. Garmin does also have an on line GPS training course so that you can safely and properly use your unit. __________________ Jimmy, some of its magic, some of its tragic, but I had a good life all the way. He Went to Paris, J. Buffett

02-05-2011, 09:37 PM	#13
Eleven Solid As The Sun Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Scott Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,859 Trading: (23)	Re: GPS questions.... Garmins get my vote too, although I really dig my Droid as a GPS. If my wife and kid didn't want to play with it so much while we drive it would become my new full time GPS. __________________ CA: putting the 'man' in bromance since 2008! --markem.

02-05-2011, 09:42 PM	#14
Ranger_B Have My Own Room Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Frank Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,321 Trading: (31)	Re: GPS questions.... I would experiment with you phone if it has the capabality. Then look at the garmins. I have always loved garmin. I have a Delorme now and this is my final GPS I think. But for in the car I just use my phone.

02-06-2011, 01:45 PM	#15
jcruse64 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Joe Location: Paducah, KY USA planet Earth Posts: 313 Trading: (1)	Re: GPS questions.... I have, I think, the same Garmin as TG, and it has been a good one so far. I had a Nuvi 8xx, can't remember the exact number. It had bluetooth (never used it) and voice command. While the VC worked fine, it was NOT worth the extra coin. Have not had a chance to try this newer Garmin in pedestrian mode yet.

02-06-2011, 01:46 PM	#16
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: GPS questions.... I have a Tom Tom and couldn't be happier. __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

02-06-2011, 03:04 PM	#17
captain53 Have My Own Room Join Date: Jul 2009 First Name: Dave Location: Lake of the Ozarks & Austin, TX Posts: 1,333 Trading: (3)	Re: GPS questions.... Garmin is top of the line - they make most of the top line stuff for aircraft and marine use. But many folks seem to like Tom Tom as a little more user friendly. Both are good just find the model/price that fits your needs. Screen size is a big factor and bigger is better to be able to read on the go.

02-06-2011, 03:48 PM	#18
tsolomon Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: The Villages, FL Posts: 1,246 Trading: (31)	Re: GPS questions.... I have a Garmin Nuvi as well and really like it. We always take it when we travel, makes it easier to get out of and then back to the airport. We plug in the addresses of the hotel and any other places we are going before we leave and our trip starts out so much better. Need to find a place to eat or the next rest stop, just query the GPS and you will know how to get there and how long it will take. You no longer have to settle for McD's when you can get to a nice place off the main road and then easily back to the highway.

02-06-2011, 07:15 PM	#19
Ratters Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,848 Trading: (2)	Re: GPS questions.... Ah, found the one I have. Works great and is super cheap. http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-255-3-5.../ref=pd_cp_e_1

02-06-2011, 08:10 PM	#20
ashtonlady The Lady is Here Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Laura Location: Seattle WA Posts: 1,090 Trading: (8)	Re: GPS questions.... I have a Garmin Nuvi. I love it. I use it when my husband is not with me and I am driving out of town. I also use it when my husband is driving when we are in a new city so we dont kill each other.

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