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This is why I picked the DeLorme PN60 GPS….

This plot was made by DeLorme Topo North America version 10.0 mapping software from data collected by the DeLorme PN-60 GPS.

I have used the PN40 (earlier model) for years and love what the pair can do.
The graph shows the profile (elevations) and the speed….
The graph and map are correlated so you can see speed and elevation locations.

Additionally, you can download old GPS TOPO maps that show older roads, mines, adits, ruins and other things lacking on most digital versions.

The first 3D is the digital rendition, the last 3d is the scanned UGSG Topo’s on the 3D projection

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Garmin nuvi for off road

I’m new to the GPS game. I like the size and the price of the nuvi compared to the hand held models. But i have been told that the nuviwill not work properly in the mountains with Dans North Cumberland trail maps installed. I see people no here with them installed on there :redrzr: an love them. Is there a certain model that I need to look for or does it matter. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Converting Google Earth files to Lowrance

I haven’t tested this yet but I have a trip next weekend and was wondering if I’ve done this correctly. I first saved my google earth tracks, waypoints, etc as a .kml file within google earth. Then, using gpsbabel app I converted the .kml file to a lowrance .usr file. I then copied the .usr file to the microdisk that has the Topo Insight files on it. This disk installs in the lowrance unit. I’m hoping this way the tracks and waypoints will be overlayed on top of the topo maps.

Does this sound right? I dont have the rzr with me until the trip so wont be able to test it until its too late.

And btw, anybody have a Truckhaven tracks they want to share?

Montana Pointer Bounce back

At least thats what I call it. My Montana does this which is very aggravating. My old 62S used to do this as well until I changed a setting and can’t remember what the setting was.
Bounce back or whatever you want to call it occurs when driving/trail riding. Moving along everything is good and the pointer is going in the direction of travel. When I stop the pointer will bounce and point in a different direction sometimes 180 degree’s off. This gets confusing when I stop and need to reference my direction because the pointer bounces around. Several times it caused me to take a wrong turn on a trail thinking I was heading in one direction when it was actually another.
Has anyone else experienced this issue?

Montana Pointer Bounce back

At least thats what I call it. My Montana does this which is very aggravating. My old 62S used to do this as well until I changed a setting and can’t remember what the setting was.
Bounce back or whatever you want to call it occurs when driving/trail riding. Moving along everything is good and the pointer is going in the direction of travel. When I stop the pointer will bounce and point in a different direction sometimes 180 degree’s off. This gets confusing when I stop and need to reference my direction because the pointer bounces around. Several times it caused me to take a wrong turn on a trail thinking I was heading in one direction when it was actually another.
Has anyone else experienced this issue?

Montana Pointer Bounce back

At least thats what I call it. My Montana does this which is very aggravating. My old 62S used to do this as well until I changed a setting and can’t remember what the setting was.
Bounce back or whatever you want to call it occurs when driving/trail riding. Moving along everything is good and the pointer is going in the direction of travel. When I stop the pointer will bounce and point in a different direction sometimes 180 degree’s off. This gets confusing when I stop and need to reference my direction because the pointer bounces around. Several times it caused me to take a wrong turn on a trail thinking I was heading in one direction when it was actually another.
Has anyone else experienced this issue?

Lowrance gps ?

Hey guys I have been looking at the elite-5 baja hd,polaris xtr,and hds-5 so my question is I like the thought of the external antenna with the elite do you guys with a hds notice a issue at all if you have a roof with connectivity.Too many choices but the elite it looking good to me from PCI.Thanks for any help.

Lowrance gps ?

Hey guys I have been looking at the elite-5 baja hd,polaris xtr,and hds-5 so my question is I like the thought of the external antenna with the elite do you guys with a hds notice a issue at all if you have a roof with connectivity.Too many choices but the elite it looking good to me from PCI.Thanks for any help.