Re: [Paddlewise] GPS

From: Bruce Grubbs <mail_at_brucegrubbs.com>
Date: Sun, 29 Aug 2004 07:02:23 -0700
I've had saved GPS waypoints be off as much as several miles. I suspect I had 
a 3 satellite (2D) fix at the time. I've never had such errors with 4 or more 
satellites, but it certainly is wise to cross check GPS against other means 
of navigation. I'm a pilot as well as paddler, and I never trust any single 
means of navigation in the air.

That said, GPS is wonderful for a pilot. It let's me go directly to my 
destination with a lot less work.

Bruce
Flagstaff, AZ
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