Looking for some recomendations or suggestions for a GPS unit that is compatible with train travel. What works, what doesn't, and if you were going to buy a unit today, what would you buy?
Yes, GPS thread needs to be stuck at the top!I'm thinking we might need a GPS sticky thread. And one for Scanners. Maybe combine them into a single sticky thread?
As for me, I use the GPS that came with my Android smartphone and paired it up with Google's My Tracks. You can also save your path and upload it for others to see, or at least I think you can. I've also tried Navagon on iPhone but found that it always wanted to put us on the nearest road and couldn't be changed to stop that behavior, which I found really annoying. I've also used some stand alone units like Tom Tom and Magellan, but not on a train, so I can't really comment on their performance for train use.
I also use the DeLorme with the usb gps unit that plugs into my netbook and have been quite satisfied with it on board. A smart phone is an alternative but when you're in a metal can - remember Michael Faraday - the ability to put the antenna where it works the best is a big plus.Lately, I've been using a DeLorme USB GPS receiver with my laptop. I like the fact the USB antenna is small/light weight and can be mounted on the window, and that the device is powered by my computer (fewer power cables). The computer provides large display and of course records the track.
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