Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 08:44:13 AM
i will think about it some more
Post by: littlebuf on August 26, 2009, 08:49:50 AM
Post by: rasbo on August 26, 2009, 08:51:46 AM
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 08:53:35 AM
im done with maps and needle...
i asked if this is what i need to use the 530.
Post by: Buckmark on August 26, 2009, 08:55:20 AM
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 08:56:49 AM
:chuckle:
Post by: boneaddict on August 26, 2009, 08:57:24 AM
to each is own...seems like a waste of money to me.
I willl give you a sidenote, the first year I depended on a GPS was the first year I got "lost" because it wouldn't get a signal in the heavy canopy. I went back to my compass and did just fine in the same country.
Post by: rasbo on August 26, 2009, 09:00:01 AM
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 09:01:17 AM
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on August 26, 2009, 09:01:39 AM
I think that one has a rechargable battery pack. People I know say that it's really nice to have a spare power source. You might want the 12v charger for in your truck.
I like my Garmin. It's an older model. I'd love to have the one you're ordering. They have their useful times. I still use a compass too. In the front pocket, it's quicker to grab a bearing with. Teaching my boys that way too.
-Steve
Post by: jackelope on August 26, 2009, 09:02:34 AM
Thats not what i asked.
im done with maps and needle...
i asked if this is what i need to use the 530.
if you're going to be asking for help all the time, you're gonna need to find a new way to respond to folks' comments.
:twocents:
Post by: boneaddict on August 26, 2009, 09:03:32 AM
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 09:05:20 AM
Post by: rasbo on August 26, 2009, 09:05:39 AM
Funny, some people cut their handles off their toothbrush to cut weight for their packs. That seems like a lot extra to carry to me. :)PS.Dont forget to put fuzzy end in the pack,other end hurts the gums
Post by: jackelope on August 26, 2009, 09:09:35 AM
nope im young and i want a gps and youre not going to talk me out of it. :hello:
i don't think my response had anything to do with talking you out of a gps.
if your batteries crap out and you're in the middle of timbucktoo, you better have a backup plan aside from extra batteries.
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on August 26, 2009, 09:16:09 AM
-Steve
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 09:16:18 AM
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 09:16:38 AM
Everybody picks on this guy.. :chuckle:ALL DAY EVERYDAY!
-Steve
Post by: bobcat on August 26, 2009, 09:20:35 AM
They are very useful and I can't imagine any hunter not having one. Of course, as a land surveyor, I use a GPS unit almost every day at work so I'm probably more familiar with it than most.
Post by: boneaddict on August 26, 2009, 09:23:10 AM
Post by: bobcat on August 26, 2009, 09:24:16 AM
I bet you know how to read your GPS Bobcat, Backwoods.......? If you get a portable TomTOm, you can have someone to talk to out there. :)
:chuckle:
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 09:39:30 AM
Post by: boneaddict on August 26, 2009, 09:51:30 AM
For instance, I would guess by the way this thread was titled and by the first post it was more of an announcement than a serious question. (Just an observation.) It will elicit a good discussion which is always good, and if you are fairly patient and observant, you may learn a lot from those that post, even if it is sarcastic. Hang in there.
Post by: jackelope on August 26, 2009, 10:02:10 AM
ooooh ahhhh!!! wow
Post by: Buckmark on August 26, 2009, 10:14:50 AM
nope im young and i want a gps and youre not going to talk me out of it. :hello:" Arms crossed, mouth in a pouty position, feet stamped at the end of that phrase"
$470.00, good god man that would by another gun.
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 10:49:40 AM
i want a GPS...why is that so hard to understand.
PS. i wish that i had the ability to delete threads after i realize what response the title gets....just because its me.
i think i am just going to slowly ween my way away from this site or at least from posting anything ever.
The verbal bashing, that yes i know "I bring upon myself most of the time" are becoming old.
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on August 26, 2009, 11:07:41 AM
Quote
dont need another gun.
BULL SNOT!
You always need another gun! That you set priority on this new fandangled electronic gizmo is your decision. But never, I say NEVER, say you don't need another gun. The first friggin time your wife hears that, she'll hold you to it down the road.
You've got a lot to learn! ;)
-Steve
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 11:10:03 AM
well first of all i have no wife... :drool: :chuckle:and i buy what i want when i want..... :hello:
yes i could use 100 guns but i only need one right now that will get me a deer/elk/bear.
but your right a man never has too many guns.
just right now i would rather have a gadget... :P
Post by: WDFW-SUX on August 26, 2009, 11:13:36 AM
Post by: Huntbear on August 26, 2009, 11:14:42 AM
You can get much better quality with less money in my opinion. But then, I am a cheap basturd, and do not like spending that kind of money on important things like a scope or rifle, let alone a GPS.
Post by: Bearhunter on August 26, 2009, 11:28:49 AM
Post by: luvtohnt on August 26, 2009, 11:30:26 AM
Brandon
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 11:30:33 AM
its ok, a gps is for some hunters and not for others
:IBCOOL:
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 11:31:51 AM
Dude save your money and spend it on a good pair of optics, which is the most important peice in your arsonal. The 530hcx color screen burns batteries like no other, and it only has rechargleable packs which are like $60 buck a piece, I own one trust me I know your money is better spent else were. I do like you but you have to use it realigously for it to pay off. Compass is by far the best way to go. Just get a Tom Tom for you truck, and spent the money on a pair of hiking boots :chuckle:ha ha
hummm
i had a tom tom ha ha and it got stolen.
thanks for the words.
Post by: Bearhunter on August 26, 2009, 11:38:30 AM
Post by: backwoods_boy on August 26, 2009, 11:40:45 AM
Post by: croix on August 26, 2009, 12:07:18 PM
I have seen the new 530 hcx (a hunting buddy of mine has three of them) track through very thick timber in deep ravines. Huge improvement over my 120. I also like the ability to send/receive positions, which you can't do with other handheld gps. It's really handy when your buddy has an animal down and wants help. All he has to do is mash a button and I have his position and can walk right to him.
I like to keep waypoints and tracks over a few days so that I can see what ground I've covered and where I am seeing consistent signs. Combined with the topo I can identify funnels and escape routes. I just think that they are way more than just a way out of the woods or something to keep you from getting lost.
Biggest drawbacks are cost and batteries, but I haven't personally met anybody that was unhappy with one.
Rick
Post by: Crunchy on August 26, 2009, 03:36:27 PM
Post by: M_ray on August 26, 2009, 04:01:57 PM
Post by: BK Dave on August 26, 2009, 06:06:53 PM
I have had my 530Hcx for 2 years now, and have had No battery problems what so ever!! I would have to say, that after owning 3 gps's now the Garmin 530Hcx has got the Best battery life hands down.
As far as the satellite reception goes, you "can't beet it"!!! best Gps .
For those who venture off the road more than 50yrds, I recommend it ;)
Post by: bobcat on August 26, 2009, 06:15:50 PM
Post by: Curly on August 26, 2009, 06:16:49 PM
Bone I'd have to say if you got lost its cause you didn't know how to use your GPS and if it didn't keep the signal it was a cheap one!!!
Or maybe Bone tried one of the early ones....? I used to use an old Eagle gps (about 12 years ago) and it could only lock onto 6 sat's at a time and there better not be any sort of tree cover. And it weighed about 3 pounds.......... Oh, and the government used to scramble the sat signals due to security concerns, so if you used a gps more than about 8 years ago then they were only accurate to a couple hundred yards anyway.
Post by: billythekidrock on August 26, 2009, 06:53:18 PM
I can't believe all the negative views of using a GPS unit for hunting/scouting. I can't imagine being without one. Mine saves me a lot of time in both hiking, and in driving. I can understand if you're the type of person who only hunts the same area year after year, then there wouldn't be as much need for a GPS. But I am always scouting and hunting new areas. Why not take advantage of the latest technology? I'm pretty sure I've saved enough in gas by having a GPS that the money I've saved has paid for it.
I agree, not only do you learn new areas quicker,but I have also learned more about my local areas by using the gps. The "new area" learning curve is faster and it helps you remember those little spots you may forget.
I am always looking at my gps map software trying to find new ways in, patterns in my waypoints and learning state/fed vs private land.
Post by: halflife65 on August 27, 2009, 07:33:27 AM
I study my mapping software and figure out waypoints of where I want to be and put them in my GPS before I leave the house. It's huge when you are looking to find land features that might be interesting and you're in the dark.
Post by: WDFW-SUX on August 27, 2009, 07:37:51 AM
Post by: Gobble on August 27, 2009, 07:46:29 AM
I've got the Rino 120 and hunt with a LOT of guys that have Rinos. I think that they are great. They absolutely go through some batteries, but with a car charger you can charge batteries every night.
I have seen the new 530 hcx (a hunting buddy of mine has three of them) track through very thick timber in deep ravines. Huge improvement over my 120. I also like the ability to send/receive positions, which you can't do with other handheld gps. It's really handy when your buddy has an animal down and wants help. All he has to do is mash a button and I have his position and can walk right to him.
I like to keep waypoints and tracks over a few days so that I can see what ground I've covered and where I am seeing consistent signs. Combined with the topo I can identify funnels and escape routes. I just think that they are way more than just a way out of the woods or something to keep you from getting lost.
Biggest drawbacks are cost and batteries, but I haven't personally met anybody that was unhappy with one.
Rick
:yeah:
I have had 2 of the Rino 120's and love them. Its great to be able to see where your hunting partners are on the screen and go to them at any given moment (or avoid them) . It's esp great for anyone with health problems or older folks that may have health problem because of the ability to walk directly to the others carrying the Rino, They track all rinos in the area and with so many folks using them you can look at the screen and know if someone may be in the draw you are planning to hunt.
I love mine
Post by: bucklucky on August 27, 2009, 07:47:17 AM
ANother thinf it has really helped in doing is short cuts through the thick stuff ;)
Post by: boneaddict on August 27, 2009, 08:07:35 AM
Post by: Intruder on August 27, 2009, 08:22:01 AM
I would never ever rely on one however. Compass is the only way to go there.
Buy middle of the road to low end GPS/Rhino and use the money saved to upgrade optics, boots, weapon, etc. No need having a deal where a guy has a 500$ GPS and a 75$ pair of boots and a 50$ pair of binos. Not saying you do.... just making a point.
Post by: BK Dave on August 27, 2009, 05:46:39 PM
IMO GPS is a nice to have but I will often not carry it due to the added weight. Since mine is a Rhino I do like the radio feature but again... luxary. Apart from the radio aspect I generally will use the GPS for 2 things... marking the truck/camp(just in case) and marking a kill spot or honey hole. Because of the battery aspect I also rarely have mine on... just occasionally through out the day.What about a $500 GPS and a $400 pair of boots and $1500 pair of Binos?? would that make it better??? :chuckle: :chuckle:
I would never ever rely on one however. Compass is the only way to go there.
Buy middle of the road to low end GPS/Rhino and use the money saved to upgrade optics, boots, weapon, etc. No need having a deal where a guy has a 500$ GPS and a 75$ pair of boots and a 50$ pair of binos. Not saying you do.... just making a point.
Post by: runamuk on August 27, 2009, 06:19:30 PM
IMO GPS is a nice to have but I will often not carry it due to the added weight. Since mine is a Rhino I do like the radio feature but again... luxary. Apart from the radio aspect I generally will use the GPS for 2 things... marking the truck/camp(just in case) and marking a kill spot or honey hole. Because of the battery aspect I also rarely have mine on... just occasionally through out the day.What about a $500 GPS and a $400 pair of boots and $1500 pair of Binos?? would that make it better??? :chuckle: :chuckle:
I would never ever rely on one however. Compass is the only way to go there.
Buy middle of the road to low end GPS/Rhino and use the money saved to upgrade optics, boots, weapon, etc. No need having a deal where a guy has a 500$ GPS and a 75$ pair of boots and a 50$ pair of binos. Not saying you do.... just making a point.
thats just braggin or showing off :chuckle: :chuckle: