[OSM-talk] Choice of GPS for bicycle use in London

[Lars Aronsson]

Emil Vaughan wrote:

> I live in london and cycle everywhere, so I need a small gps 
> unit so that I can contribute tracks. (Also if possible I'd like 
> a compass and barometric altimeter, though not at all costs.) 
> I've been looking at the Garmin Etrex (basic or Summit) or 
> Gecko(1/2/301).

Look at the new Garmin Edge 305.  It has the new SiRFstar III chip 
that has an advantage in "urban jungles" where older units have a 
hard time to catch the satellites in the shadow of tall buildings.
It also has a USB interface and is marketed towards bicyclists.


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  Lars Aronsson (lars at aronsson.se)
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