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Review: First use of a GPS
Took a Garmin Hand Held GPS out on the weekend to see what it was like across the Yorkshire Dales. Did 20 miles (so the GPS said!) and it plotted my location all the way very quickly and with excellent accuracy. I could save way points to come back to, and retrace my steps at various points. I had some map software installed and it worked well, though I still had a printed map handy. All in all a valuable addition to the rucksack!
Video: How to Use a Hand Held GPS
Neat video on how to use a GPS Receiver.
Hand Held GPS Receiver Products
Garmin eTrex H Handheld GPS Navigator
Satmap Active 10 Plus GPS
Hand Held GPS Receiver – All Terrain Navigation
A Hand Held GPS Receiver can come in a range of different units. You can find the best receiver for whatever purpose using this site. Hand Held GPS Receivers are great for navigating through various types of terrain and to ensure you always know the way back. Maps are available for planning routes across hills, mountains, coast, countryside and even towns and cities.
They range in price from under £100 to over £400 and have a range offeatures, including showing the current location, previous route, and planning a route ahead. Perfect for days out in the countryside!
Features of a Hand Held GPS Receiver include sunlight-readable displays, colour touchscreen, and built in menu systems. They should be both durable and waterproof to withstand the demands of outdoor activities.
A good Hand Held GPS Receiver will maintain its location information in heavy cover, steep landscapes and urban areas. The better models will find your position quickly and more accurately than cheaper models so it’s worth a little extra investment to get the best you can afford.
Different models of Hand Held GPS Receivers come with a variety of maps. You should check carefully what maps are included. More maps are usually available for download.