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Garmin GPS 76 / Garmin MAP GPS 76

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Does any one have or use either one of these? I am looking to purchase a GPS soon and would like feedback on either of these or the pros and cons of what you use. What I thought was good about these two besides the mem. of the map gps is that they both float. Has any one put this to the test?

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Posted : April 26, 2002 8:14 am
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While the 76 mapping version looks good and has a bigger screen and tide data, I still opted for the comparably priced eTrex Vista - the addition of an electronic compass makes it much more applicable to catamaran racing IMO. It even has a nice perpendicular to course (tacking!) right on the screen, which has helped me notice slight but persistent lifts or headers.

The Vista has a smaller screen, but more memory and an altimeter that's useful in my life off the water. In either case, get the Mapsource software - it's invaluable.

Have fun - I love techie toys!

John


 
Posted : April 26, 2002 8:33 am
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