Which GPS do you use for elk hunting

[bwhntr2819]

My Garmin Rino 530 died so I'm in the market for something new.  Cabelas has some good prices right now.  Narrowed it to the Garmin etrex 20x topo bundle $169, the gpsmap 64st (includes topo) $249, or the Oregon 600t with topo $299.  I like the bigger screen on the Oregon, but worry about operating it with gloves on (late archery).  The etrex screen seems small but for that price I could add an on x map chip.  My other option is to just use the on x map on my iPhone, but I'm struggling with the offline map options (already have a subscription) and worry about phone battery life. 

[pianoman9701]

I use a Rino. I'm old and fat and when I have a heart attack, I want them to find me so I can pass it on to someone else who's old and and needs one. See how it works? Get another Rino.

[KFhunter]

problem with rino's is I can't talk my hunting buddies into spending the coin.  Sure they'll pack their cell phone and crappy old GPS and a radio.... but they won't spring for a rino

[WapitiTalk1]

I use an old Lowrance IFinder HuntC that has performed admirably for 13+? years in all types of conditions.  Lowrance stopped making hand helds quite a while ago so I am of zero help  . 

[bwhntr2819]

I have other radios now so the need for a rino just isn't there.  My long lost hunting group used them which is why I had it in the first place. I agree they are nice though.

[pianoman9701]

problem with rino's is I can't talk my hunting buddies into spending the coin.  Sure they'll pack their cell phone and crappy old GPS and a radio.... but they won't spring for a rino

You should upgrade the friends you hang out with. If they have enough to buy a Rino, you'll get better Christmas presents and someone else will pay for the beer once in a while!

[splitshot]

  I took mine back and follow my son around.  it was too complicated.  mike w

[kball4]

Rino 650

[Magnum_Willys]

phone and on-xhunt app.  try the free 7 day trial.  download map of area before you lose cell/internet service.  satellite view is good. - oops see you have it.  Just figure out how to download the maps and it works well.

Rhino with topo map is good too.  By two and loan one to your buddies.  They can find you to help pack when time comes. 

[bobcat]

I use a Garmin 60, which is similar to the Garmin 64 that you're considering. I'd  definitely spend the extra money on that one over the etrex. What I like about mine, is good battery life and simple to use. That's a great value for only $249.

[pianoman9701]

  I took mine back and follow my son around.  it was too complicated.  mike w

Lol.

[Bob33]

I prefer the 60 series models like the 64. I've used both touch screen and button models and find the button models to be easier for me to use, especially with gloves and mittens.

[scrapperdude]

I like Pianoman's idea, better friends,  better presents and won't have to buy the beer all the time

[bwhntr2819]

phone and on-xhunt app.  try the free 7 day trial.  download map of area before you lose cell/internet service.  satellite view is good. - oops see you have it.  Just figure out how to download the maps and it works well.

Rhino with topo map is good too.  By two and loan one to your buddies.  They can find you to help pack when time comes.

I like the on x maps option, probably just need a really good tutorial and time to play with it.  Seems tedious getting all the right layers. The 10 tile limit also seems cumbersome.

[ballpark]

Rhino 650t - track buddy, text + Northwest Maps shows all land owners and boundaries.