GPS to Google Earth

[4by4th]

This could go under the electronics section, but has more to do with off roading than stereos. I recently bought one of the mapping DVD's for my Etrex Legend that has a neat feature that's not in any of the sales info that I recall finding on the packaging or on-line anywhere. You can easily upload your tracks from the GPS unit into Google Earth and see exactly where you went on the aerials. Really cool thing to do. I got the suction cup windshield mount for the Etrex at the same time, which holds remarkably strong.

 

[gizmopt2002]

Well on the subect of GPS and the like I have a question. Where can i find a nice, good handheld GPS for less than $250?

 

[4by4th]

Well on the subect of GPS and the like I have a question. Where can i find a nice, good handheld GPS for less than $250?

Try Wal-Mart or Gander Mountain. I got the best deal I could find at Wal-Mart about a year ago for the Garmin Etrex Legend. Recently saw it advertised at Gander Mountain with the topo mapping DVD for what I paid a year ago for just the GPS unit, which was somewhere around $200. The DVD's cost around $100 each, but really open up the capabilities of the handheld unit, giving you software to hook it up to a computer. The only DVD I have is the MetroGuide North America. I'm assuming the topo DVD would give you the same Google Earth interface. Add another $35 for the windshield suction cup mount. Should be under $250 total if you shop around. Gander Mountain has the best selection of Garmin accessories that I

 

[gizmopt2002]

Thanks for your response. I currently use Streets and trips, but the old one and with out the GPS module. Thats what i am debating between, a handheld and Streets and Trips GPS.

 

[Mr. Lambdebois]

I love the view in google earth feature. I use it all the time on my quest's software to scout out places keeping in mind the images can be several years old......