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Garmin eTrex Vista HCx - 2.4 in. Handheld GPS Receiver
47 reviews
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$225.00
Set off on an adventure you won't forget in a hurry with the eTrex Vista HCx by Garmin.? This handheld navigator boasts a highly...
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Set off on an adventure you won't forget in a hurry with the eTrex Vista HCx by Garmin.? This handheld navigator boasts a highly sensitive receiver, detailed maps, a barometric altimeter, an electronic compass, a geocaching function, a hunt/fish calendar and several outdoor GPS games. Perfect for exploring the great outdoors, the eTrex Vista HCx lets you get your bearings even while you're standing still, and tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your exact altitude. The eTrex Vista HCx has a built-in log for up to 10,000 points and 20 tracks.
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47 Reviews from Epinions.com
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Its become my friend and hiking companion!!!
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Pros: Includes most practical features I need. Easy to learn. Has contributed significantly to my safety.
Cons: Maps limited, somewhat outdated, content not supplemented easily by other vendors or net updates.
Bottom Line:
I'm devoted. I don't like to go out without my Vista C except to work, to homes of close friends and to nearby businesses.
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Great for Hikers
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Pros: Great device; fun, accurate, and easy to use.
Cons: Poor reception in deep canyons; no external antenna.
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What a great device! Smart design, and lots of fun to take with you on a hike. Don't leave home (and head to the wilderness) without it.
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Sophisticated, Comprehensive Tool
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Pros: 1,000 ten character waypoints, electronic compass, basemap
Cons: Battery life - carry spare batteries!
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I wouldn't go out in the woods or the water without one! Buy the Vista, it is a great device.
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Etrex Vista - The Hand Held Wonder
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Pros: Digital compass, good base map, WAAS, and LOTS of other features
Cons: Loses reception if not facing skyward.
Bottom Line:
Compact design and loads of features make this GPS receiver a winner.
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Do you really need a built-in compass in a GPS?
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Pros: built-in compass, barometer, large memory, waterproof
Cons: no cons, really!
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Very happy with it. Great device for outing or in vehicle. RECOMMENDED!
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Handheld GPS, perfect for globetrotters.
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Pros: 24MB, Waterproof, large backlit display, compass, trip computer, PC interface
Cons: powerup time, indoor reception
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Overall, I am very happy with the Garmin Vista, and my father's Legend model with 8 MB RAM isn't bad either.
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The Best Feature-Packed GPS Money Can Buy
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Pros: Small, feature-rich, compass, altimeter, high-quality
Cons: Black-and-white screen, MapSource Software
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If you are in the market for a GPS, buy the VISTA, for the very small size and high quality, feature rich package.
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Best All-Around GPS Value
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Pros: Color, good International basemap, battery life, easy to use, fast interface, very useful features.
Cons: VERY expensive upgrading to Auto Kit or adding detailed maps. 24 MB limits Mapsource downloads.
Bottom Line:
Though this unit does not have all the features of a $500 unit, it's packed with value for its cost. One of the best GPS values out there.
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The "Vista" is my new hiking buddy
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Pros: Features, size, waterproof, mapping, altitude profiles, multiple tracklogs
Cons: $, battery life is short
Bottom Line:
Best "tracklog" of any GPS, loaded with features, if you have any interest in a handheld GPS you must check out the Vista!
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Great for Hikers and Geocachers!
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Pros: Small, Lightweight, Feature packed
Cons: Add on software is expensive and of questionable value
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Best handheld I found after extensive research, and I've been very pleased with it's performance.
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Garmin has scored big.
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Pros: FUN, ACCURATE, EASY TO USE, COMPLETELY EXPANDABLE, SMALL, IT'S A MUST FOR BACKPACKERS.
Cons: I only have one.
Bottom Line:
Buy it. Then log onto Geocaching.com and find a whole world of GPS fun. You will get your moneys worth and then some.
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