Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx
Category: GPS Units
MSRP: $535
Garmin's MAP60 CSx is an all-purpose upgradeable handheld locator that lets you load up your own digital maps for better reference. The reflective 256-color display lets you find your way on the map in almost any lighting. It's got a long-life battery for up to 20 hours of outdoors adventuring. The new MicroSD card slots make it simpler than ever to find those out-of-the-way places -- just put them on a MicroSD card and load it up. Internal Memory - 64MB MicroSD Card slot Celestial tables Quad helix antenna Battery life - 20 hours (requires 2 AA batteries) Includes belt clip and USB cable
Reviews of Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx
Reviewed by MountainMan on October 6, 2008
I actually own the GPSMap 60Cx which as far as I know has been discontinued but it's very similar (the GPSMap 60Cx only lacks the digital compass and barometric altimeter). The color screen is brilliant and easy to read in all light conditions. The unit is powered by AA batteries which was annoying at first (I was hoping it would be rechargeable) but for long, remote trips batteries are the only way to go. Plus you get an amazing amount of run time out of those 2 little batteries so I can't complain. The included base maps are pretty limited so you'll also want to pick up Garmin MapSource Topo edition if you do a lot of backpacking or hiking to get the most out of this unit. With even more software you can get this baby to do turn by turn driving directions but I haven't tried that myself yet. Highly recommended.Latest from the blog
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