Re: [Paddlewise] Current GPS device recommendations?

From: Michael Daly <michaeldaly_at_rogers.com>
Date: Thu, 5 Dec 2002 13:58:09 -0500
From: "john" <jrhauer_at_attbi.com>

> One set of rechargeable batteries last about a day.

NiCd or NiMH?  The latter are higher in capacity and would last
longer.

> You have to be moving to get a heading. (I know that
> sounds dumb or obvious, but it means the the gps does not replace a
> compass.)

There are models of GPS units that have a built-in electronic
compass. They eat batteries faster apparently.  Personally,
I'd rather trust my deck-mounted compass.

Mike


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