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client32

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« on: October 18, 2006, 05:29:52 PM »
I would like to get the best for my money.  Only constraint is must be under $200 total (shipping/tax).

I have been looking at the Garmin Rino 120.  I like the idea of the radio/GPS combination, but by no means is that required.

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« Reply #1 on: October 18, 2006, 06:37:00 PM »
The ones with the built in radio eat batteries like a kid eats gummie bears. Avoid them.

For a good one in the under $200 buck category look at the eTrex series of GPS

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« Reply #2 on: October 20, 2006, 12:00:26 PM »
I've owned a few Garmins and it is what I would recommend.

Not sure about models in that price range, but the eTrex in general have great reputations.

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« Reply #3 on: October 20, 2006, 12:05:13 PM »
I use a Garmin eTrex for all kinds of stuff. No problems, and it was even dropped in water once. Good product for just over one Benjamin Franklin.
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« Reply #4 on: October 20, 2006, 04:42:05 PM »
I've got an eTrex Vista CX. I like it quite a bit. My only gripe is the lack of an external antenna jack. That particular one is a bit pricy, but one of the less-optioned ones should serve you well.
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« Reply #5 on: October 20, 2006, 07:26:36 PM »
What's the cheapest thing you can get nowadays? I just want something for a skateboard speedometer. I figure they are down well below 100 these days.
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