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07-22-2008, 06:01 PM | #2 |
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Im thinking the same thing, All I know is I want one with a MP3 player in it and preferably a large screen so I can see it. Looking forward to some recomendations.
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07-22-2008, 06:10 PM | #3 |
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i have a c530, but cant find a mount to keep the unit in place, so go with a Zumo (garmin) has a flat back and mounts can be found at www.ram-mounts.com
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07-22-2008, 07:10 PM | #4 |
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Garmin Zumo 550 is what I have. Really designed for motorcycle and comes with a Ram mount. I love mine, but it aint' cheap. I think they retail for just under a grand, but you should be able to find one for around $650 or so.
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07-22-2008, 08:10 PM | #6 |
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I went with a Garmin GPSmap 60CSx, I wanted it for a few different applications (motorcycle, bicycle, airplane) as well as the altimeter & compass features. I also liked it because it had the newer chipset for higher sensitivity.
With the Ram Mount it's rock solid https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=310
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07-22-2008, 11:26 PM | #7 |
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Bought a tomtom one its lowest price out there but have hard time seeing the screen out in bright sun
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07-23-2008, 10:10 AM | #8 |
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I have a Garmin Quest as well. I works great...I use a Ram Mount. Next unit I would go with a larger touch screen.
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I've owned a Garmin 550 Zumo (same as audiogooroo) for the past year. I love the unit.....XM capable, bluetooth capable, and is made for the rugged use on a motorcycle. I have a 2gb SD card in it with all my MP3's......use it in conjunction with my J&M CB unit.
I used a Garmin 2610 for several years and shook the hell out of it on my Nomad. Had to go to the Zumo.
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07-23-2008, 05:41 PM | #10 |
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It sounds like the Zumo 550 is the unit to get!Thanks for the info.
Also we were talking about GPS units at work today, and one of the guys mentioned that they are coming out with models that will work underground, such as in caves and mines etc in the near future. Anyone else hear of such a thing?
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07-23-2008, 07:34 PM | #11 |
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It must store a satellite view of the area before being used underground.
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07-23-2008, 10:12 PM | #12 |
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Thanks for the info everyone. Looks like the Zuma 550 is the way to go. Now to find an inexpensive one. I've seen them from $509.00 up to over $900.00.
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This place shows it for $659: http://www.gpsonsale.com/garmin/products/Zumo.htm
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12-28-2008, 08:40 PM | #14 |
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Can anyone tell me if the mp3 feature in the Garmin GPS works thru the Bluetooth. I want to know if I can hear tunes in my bluetooth headset.
I'm looking at a Garmin: Streetpilot 2820 ($245), Nuvi 660 ($200), or a Streetpilot C550 ($120). All are advertised as waterproof and have Bluetooth. I can't afford the Zumo right now.
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