nklr: old school navigation
Posted: Tue Mar 23, 2004 9:41 am
It is funny someone should bring up non-gps navigation, because I was
just thinking about GPS. My method to date has been available maps
and an old Boy Scout compass tied to my tank bag. The problem I have
been experiencing here in central Texas is the lack of high ground
landmarks. It can be very difficult to navigate in this areas back
country roads. So, I was thinking about a GPS, but I really don't
know much of anything about them. So, I am curious.
Does the GPS unit allow you to basically do a "start" function when
you leave home, and then record the route you take? Meanwhile, can
you compare your route against public route knowledge to identify the
closest gas, or town? Many times I have found a nice picnic spot, odd
trail, beautiful scenery, or the hidden BBQ spot with the awesome
sandwiches, only to find it extremely difficult to find my way back
there. Unless I carry a notepad and record directions at every turn.
Too boring.
So can you GPS guys share some usage methods and possibly some models
that offer this or that and how you found them to be beneficial to
your ride strategy.
Thanks.
Jim
Smithville - Texas