GPS Units

[salmonchaser]

My new one is a 650, not 550. Needed the new one because my GSP ate the old one. She always seems to know where she is now
The feature I like the most would be the land ownership chip you can install. This, at least in the west can really open up some country to hunt. Down side, you will discover ground that some one claims because they surround three sides. Twice I've run into very belligerent people. I now have a couple of great honey holes to hunt.

 

[ajvigs]

I somehow missed this thread. I am looking into a solid GPS. One I can mark my stands and car with then be able to backtrack back with.

Whats a good one to start with?

 

[sask boy]

Rhino are not a bad GPS, you can use it for hunting as well !

Blessings,
Dan

 

[billbam]

I have a Garmin 60 series which works well, but want to upgrade. Looks like they are up to 64 series out now with some better features. I was looking at the new Rhino's but would like to know the radio range on them in the mountains. 2 years ago we had a situation where the radio's or buddy location indicator would have helped. Still researching..

 

[jimbires]

I started out with a garmin etrex . it's a very basic gps that's easy to use . it does the basics very well . after a few years I bought a garmin map60csx . it has a lot more features , battery life is shorter ,and it took a little longer to learn to use . I don't know how to use a compass , so when I go away hunting I carry both gps's . I always mark both gps's with the camp , and also where the truck is parked,if hunting that way .when I find an interesting spot , or get lucky , I mark it on the 60csx so I can find it again . I always carry spare batteries .
while I was hunting out of state my etrex batteries died coming out one evening . I took the batteries out of my flashlight to be able to find my way . I learned an important lesson that night . when hunting unfamiliar areas I carry 2 gps's , spare batteries , and spare flashlights . all these use the same AA batteries .by doing this ,I figure I can keep enough running to get out safely . this was the wake up call I needed to buy the second gps .

 

[OU812]

I have a Garmin 60 series which works well, but want to upgrade. Looks like they are up to 64 series out now with some better features. I was looking at the new Rhino's but would like to know the radio range on them in the mountains. 2 years ago we had a situation where the radio's or buddy location indicator would have helped. Still researching..

We use the Rino 530HCX gps/radios. The radio range like with any other can vary quite a bit depending on the terrain. If memory serves me correctly they are only 5 watt radios with the rechargeable battery pack.

The cool part is that you can poll someone you are trying to reach even if you are not able to talk with them and it will update their position on your gps. You can also send text messages.

I do wish the radio was a little stronger and it's possible the newer versions do have a stronger radio.

 

[billbam]

OU812, thanks. At this point I think the Rhinos are what I'll go to. One of the guys picked one up last year and has been happy with it. From past experience, if you have a couple of guys hunting the mountain with you, the position indicator and text features would be helpful to keep each other updated and for assistance if needed.

 

[OU812]

OU812, thanks. At this point I think the Rhinos are what I'll go to. One of the guys picked one up last year and has been happy with it. From past experience, if you have a couple of guys hunting the mountain with you, the position indicator and text features would be helpful to keep each other updated and for assistance if needed.

You're welcome. We really like ours as we've had zero issue with function. Battery life of the rechargeable pack will last all day, down to about 50% charge left even when left on all day. I do highly recommend the car recharger as it's nice to have a fresh charge every morning.They have come in very handy for reasons you stated.