[OSM-talk] Recommendations for a new GPS Device?

[Andy Robinson (blackadder-lists)]

Richard Fairhurst wrote:
>Sent: 16 October 2008 10:49 AM
>To: talk at openstreetmap.org
>Subject: Re: [OSM-talk] Recommendations for a new GPS Device?
>
>Andrew Williams wrote:
>
>> I've been using my old N95 for a while now to get my GPS traces, but
>> unfortunatly it's decided to finally give up. So, i'm in the market
>> for a new GPS device. I'd preferebly like a standalone device
>
>Someone is bound to say "eTrex Legend HCx" so let me be the first.
>

+1
The benefit of having the OSM mapping on the SD card (I download from
Cloudmade) means you always can see what has and has not already been
mapped. very helpful when visiting an area you are unfamiliar with.

The other benefit of the SD card is that as it logs a new file to the card
each day, you don't need to every worry about running out of space. This
switch on and use approach is far more flexible than with older models.

Battery life is pretty good too. I find I can map all day on a pair of high
mAh rechargeable AA's.

Cheers

Andy