Need help ........ GPS - The Orange Mane

Spider · 01-29-2007, 11:57 AM

ok this last trip , I got lost 4 or 5 times and in a 18 wheeler this can be a a huge problem ,calling these places and getting directions from people that really dont know the area ,is aggravating so i have decided to get a GPS system , my wife found one that will hook into the USB port on my lap top , are those any good ?

glennst · 01-29-2007, 12:05 PM

I use one with Delorme Street Atlas and it works pretty good. It has voice commands and detailed maps. I've heard that the Microsoft version is also really good.

The only problem is that it is still pretty awkward to try to use while driving compared to those dash mounted units.

Spider · 01-29-2007, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by glennst

I use one with Delorme Street Atlas and it works pretty good. It has voice commands and detailed maps. I've heard that the Microsoft version is also really good.

The only problem is that it is still pretty awkward to try to use while driving compared to those dash mounted units.

well i have this

so i think I will be fine ....thanks for the info

worm · 01-29-2007, 12:13 PM

It really depends on your requirements.

I have the Garmin 60csx..which is a handheld. Great for hiking, snow-mobiling or anything like that. However it sucks for driving...even though it can do routing.

If you are ONLY going to use it for driving...then I would go with a more dedicated system w/ voice prompts and the most detailed maps you can get.

If you want to use it for a variety of activities than there are a number of different solutions including hybrid products like your wife found.

worm · 01-29-2007, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by §Pide®

well i have this

so i think I will be fine ....thanks for the info

'Course with a setup like that...a laptop solution would be pretty sweet.

Spider · 01-29-2007, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by worm

'Course with a setup like that...a laptop solution would be pretty sweet.

it does make life easier . I have used http://www.randmcnally.com/ like a GPS , but it doesnt work the same

Traveler · 01-29-2007, 12:40 PM

Spider,

I've used this Garmin C330 Navigator and it works quite well for my needs. Runs about $300-400 bucks and has the entire U.S preloaded.

Of course, it's only as good as it's last update, which was 2004 if I remember correctly.

Spider · 01-29-2007, 12:42 PM

thanks

Spider · 02-06-2007, 12:37 AM

man I am having fun with this GSP ( I went with the one that goes into the USB port ) alot of fun , How I ever drove a truck without this I dont know , I had a load of fiberglass buildings on today , went to Baggs wyoming , knew right where I was going but used the GPS

Cell phones , GPS , Lap top computers , X Box ,26 inch LCD screen , DVD surround sound ......... ««««««««««««««««Loves being a high tech trucker

DomCasual · 02-06-2007, 12:39 AM

You still have to know which way is left and which way is right, Spider. Maybe you could write LEFT and RIGHT in permanent magic marker on your hands?

Spider · 02-06-2007, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by DomCasual

You still have to know which way is left and which way is right, Spider. Maybe you could write LEFT and RIGHT in permanent magic marker on your hands?

No I dont , damn thing talks to me with a flashing arrow

turn right here , look down at the screen arrow flashing showing me ......... I feel like a king

watermock · 02-06-2007, 01:05 AM

Sheesh...you act like it's a big thing to make a U-turn on a two lane highway. Sissy...Man up!

Spider · 02-06-2007, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by watermock

Sheesh...you act like it's a big thing to make a U-turn on a two lane highway. Sissy...Man up!

nothing like the sound of squealing tires

01-29-2007, 11:57 AM	#1
Spider Mr Diplomacy I survived Tebow Mania at the Mane Join Date: May 2001 Location: Elway was just an arm =MacGruder Posts: 84,438 Adopt-a-Bronco: Von Miller	Need help ........ GPS ok this last trip , I got lost 4 or 5 times and in a 18 wheeler this can be a a huge problem ,calling these places and getting directions from people that really dont know the area ,is aggravating so i have decided to get a GPS system , my wife found one that will hook into the USB port on my lap top , are those any good ?

01-29-2007, 12:40 PM	#7
Traveler Traveling Man! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 4,411 Adopt-a-Bronco: Ryan Clady	Spider, I've used this Garmin C330 Navigator and it works quite well for my needs. Runs about $300-400 bucks and has the entire U.S preloaded. Of course, it's only as good as it's last update, which was 2004 if I remember correctly. Attached Images

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01-29-2007, 12:05 PM	#2
glennst Rookie Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 55	I use one with Delorme Street Atlas and it works pretty good. It has voice commands and detailed maps. I've heard that the Microsoft version is also really good. The only problem is that it is still pretty awkward to try to use while driving compared to those dash mounted units.

01-29-2007, 12:13 PM	#4
worm Great moments are born... ...from great opportunity Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 3,947 Adopt-a-Bronco: #20	It really depends on your requirements. I have the Garmin 60csx..which is a handheld. Great for hiking, snow-mobiling or anything like that. However it sucks for driving...even though it can do routing. If you are ONLY going to use it for driving...then I would go with a more dedicated system w/ voice prompts and the most detailed maps you can get. If you want to use it for a variety of activities than there are a number of different solutions including hybrid products like your wife found.

01-29-2007, 12:42 PM	#8
Spider Mr Diplomacy I survived Tebow Mania at the Mane Join Date: May 2001 Location: Elway was just an arm =MacGruder Posts: 84,438 Adopt-a-Bronco: Von Miller	thanks

02-06-2007, 12:37 AM	#9
Spider Mr Diplomacy I survived Tebow Mania at the Mane Join Date: May 2001 Location: Elway was just an arm =MacGruder Posts: 84,438 Adopt-a-Bronco: Von Miller	man I am having fun with this GSP ( I went with the one that goes into the USB port ) alot of fun , How I ever drove a truck without this I dont know , I had a load of fiberglass buildings on today , went to Baggs wyoming , knew right where I was going but used the GPS Cell phones , GPS , Lap top computers , X Box ,26 inch LCD screen , DVD surround sound ......... ««««««««««««««««Loves being a high tech trucker

02-06-2007, 12:39 AM	#10
DomCasual The Dude abides. Shameless Homer Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Cocytus Posts: 13,173 Adopt-a-Bronco: Gus Frerotte	You still have to know which way is left and which way is right, Spider. Maybe you could write LEFT and RIGHT in permanent magic marker on your hands?

02-06-2007, 01:05 AM	#12
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	Sheesh...you act like it's a big thing to make a U-turn on a two lane highway. Sissy...Man up!