Hey Garmin GPS users, I've noticed the eMap due to its low cost and street map features, but I also would like to use it in the yak. A review of it said: (http://joe.mehaffey.com/emaprevue.htm) >There are a number of features important to hiking and marine use which eMap does not have. The most >important are: >1) eMap is not submersion rated, just "rain resistant" and is not sealed. Water entry could cause eMap >failure. >2) Marine users likely would miss the "highway" cross track steering page which eMap does not offer. However, >if the unit is properly shielded from water, all the essential features for hiking are present. Obviously, the lack of waterproofing is a big concern. But I like the map features and low price and am considering putting it in a VHF radio-type waterproof bag and taking my chances. My question is, will I miss this "highway" cross track steering page (whatever that is)? Is that a page you use often? Is there anything else you notice about the eMap that would make it unsuitable for use on a typical kayak trip? Thanks, Frank *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Frant Lucian asks, RE: the Garmin eMap GPS: <My question is, will I miss this "highway" cross track steering page (whatever that is)? > I essentially never use that "highway" feature of my GPS. The compass page is quite sufficient - and now that the cross-tracking feature works as advertised, it provides a good backup. Another backup for both of these features is a check between the trackand bearing features of the GPS, and/or between the Track of the GPS and the boat's deck compass. Bill Hansen Ithaca NY *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
I bought an eMap for a friend in Mexico and carried it to him. He picked me up in Mexico City and eventually drove to places like San Miguel de Allende and Tampico. I got to use the gps as I was in the passenger seat, while he put it in his chart case while on the wat. All the roads and highways where very visable, it told us how far and fast we were travelling, all that stuff. I don't know what the "cross" really means either, but I was impressed. I was given a Magellan five years ago to demo on a trip, and it was pretty fun until the keyboard became defective. Andree Hurley - http://www.viewit.com/ Viewit Dot Com - Websites for Specialty Businesses On Water Sports, Kayaking Resources - http://www.onwatersports.com -Now selling the Garmin GPS and Accessories- *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
The highway shows your course and track together and is quick visual to see if you are drifting off course. -----Original Message----- From: owner-paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net [mailto:owner-paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net]On Behalf Of Frank Lucian Sent: Wednesday, May 10, 2000 2:01 AM To: Paddlewise list Subject: [Paddlewise] Garmin eMap question Hey Garmin GPS users, I've noticed the eMap due to its low cost and street map features, but I also would like to use it in the yak. A review of it said: (http://joe.mehaffey.com/emaprevue.htm) >There are a number of features important to hiking and marine use which eMap does not have. The most >important are: >1) eMap is not submersion rated, just "rain resistant" and is not sealed. Water entry could cause eMap >failure. >2) Marine users likely would miss the "highway" cross track steering page which eMap does not offer. However, >if the unit is properly shielded from water, all the essential features for hiking are present. Obviously, the lack of waterproofing is a big concern. But I like the map features and low price and am considering putting it in a VHF radio-type waterproof bag and taking my chances. My question is, will I miss this "highway" cross track steering page (whatever that is)? Is that a page you use often? Is there anything else you notice about the eMap that would make it unsuitable for use on a typical kayak trip? Thanks, Frank *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ *************************************************************************** *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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