Want to Buy a GPS Unit

[jjdavis2222]

 The Rhino 530!! Its the only wat to go. Especially if you can get your buddies to get one.

They have a feature where it tells you where your buddies are if they have a rhino also.

Last year in Montana after I got my deer, my brother was coming to help but couldnt find me, took him way to long to find me. My other buddy that has a Rhino just said I will be there in a bit. Never asked where I was. Just pulled my location and the GPS told him where to go.

These units are outstanding!

[SkookumHntr]

If you already have a radio get the Oregon 450T. I had the 530 and took it back for the oregon 450T And am so glad I did! Worked out alot better 4 me

[CoachNemo]

I actually just bought 2 Delorme Earthmate PN-20s off of eBay.  I mean they are older models, but I got them and software for $120 total.  Which was a lot easier to stomach than $300 or more.  I am just getting them setup now.  Plus, I figure if they get me through a couple of seasons, it was well worth the risk.

They of course are not nearly as nice as the newer Garmins, but I get nervous with the whole touch screen thing.

[Bob33]

The Rhino 530!! Its the only wat to go. Especially if you can get your buddies to get one.

They have a feature where it tells you where your buddies are if they have a rhino also.

Last year in Montana after I got my deer, my brother was coming to help but couldnt find me, took him way to long to find me. My other buddy that has a Rhino just said I will be there in a bit. Never asked where I was. Just pulled my location and the GPS told him where to go.

These units are outstanding!

If you don't need a radio, the Garmin 60CX and 60CSX will give you all the functionality of the Rino 530 for around $100 less.  It won't track another Rino, of course.  Rinos are really of value when you have two or more in a party.

[MtnMuley]

Oregon 450T was my choice after many hours of research last year and talking to at least 20 serious gps guys.  Best unit I have ever used.  I leave the Rinos at home now, as imo this unit is twice the unit minus the radio.

[uplandhunter870]

i have an older etrex its a good unit but ill be looking to upgrade but we got my dad a garmin dakota for xmas and if you dont need all the bells and whistles such as a camera and radio its a real solid unit. it has an sd card slot to upload digital topos to it. we got him the package deal that came with the 100k topo which is a good map but if you want better more area specific maps you can buy the 24k disc.

for a first gps unit i would highly reccomend the garmin dakota

[BENCHLEG]

i have the 450t . this is the one for you.

[THINK_N_ELK]

My whole hunting group either has the 520 or 530 Hcx, and we love them very seldom loose satelite signal even in the deep dark timber.  And like posted before it doubles as a walkie talkie.  Also another nice feature is that it update where your partners are at on the map every time you talk.

[funkster]

I have a Oregon 450T. It is a really good gps with cool features but I really just don't use it. If anyone is in the market I would sell it for $400. I have the box and printed out the manual. It is in  "brand new" condition, that would save you about $100 buying new.

[cohoho]

450T is great, learning to use it prior to start of seasons.  I like it alot, has alot of easy to figure functions.  Some functions are a bit to get used to as I had the simple versions previously...

[Heredoggydoggy]

Has anyone tried one of those Bushnell basic GPS units?  I think they are called "Backtrackers"?  I had a Garmin 60cs, and it worked good, but buttons kept getting pushed while it was in my pocket.  Finally Ebayed it off with Topo CDs and all, because it was way more unit than I needed, and it was becoming outdated.  Just something to get me back to the truck in the fog or dark is all I need, and that Bushnell unit seems to fit the bill for that, if it works.

[Heredoggydoggy]

450T is great, learning to use it prior to start of seasons.  I like it alot, has alot of easy to figure functions.  Some functions are a bit to get used to as I had the simple versions previously...

Geocaching is a great way to learn to use a GPS.  That's how I learned to use my Garmin when I got it.  It was the first GPS unit I had ever had, and didn't know anything about their capabilities.  Besides that, it was kind of fun, too.

[Magnum_Willys]

i have the Oregon 450T and like it - though the satellite view gps on the iphone looks way better - if you have cell reception.  I downloaded the birds eye view on the garmin and its interesting but the resolution is nothing to rave about.

[tjgerm]

Main downside of the garmin 520 and 530 is unwanted people can hear your radio traffic and then can pull your position. I've seen it done especially during muz, and mod elk seasons. 60 cx and cxs have a better button contol layout, their screen is larger, they are a smaller unit, take less batteries and they're batteries last longer. My advice if you go with one of these is the 60cx or cxs. I own a 60 cx and have been in some pretty bad places and never lost my signal. Have owned a 120 rino in the past and they are very outdated. The new Oregons and such don't know much about but do know they also pickup strong signal. Any newer model garmin is probably good. Main thing is signal you can pickup a 60 cx on amazon for around 200 and I guarantee it is all you need. You can download free maps at www.gpsfiledepot.com

[338_Thumper]

Thanks Guys - This helps a bunch ! Still need to do some more research and input before I make my finale decision - Plus I got to come up with the money first too.