Re: Garmin Foretrex 101 review

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In <NKPge.227$W51.2455@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> on Thu, 12 May 2005 21:18:37 GMT,
John Navas <spamfilter0@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

>SUMMARY: Excellent low-cost compact unit, perfect for yacht racing
>
>PROS: Size. Weight. Wrist-mounting. Quality. Price. Display.
>Replaceable-batteries. Sensitivity. Accuracy. Usability. User-interface.
>Battery-life.
>
>CONS: Lack of mapping. Water sealing could be better. Serial cable costs
>extra.
>
>REVIEW: Compact, versatile, and highly-usable GPS at a very affordable price.
>Wrist mounting leaves your hands free for activities. Sufficiently waterproof
>to be used in bad weather and in many water sports (e.g., boating). Excellent
>display with backlighting. Quality construction. Satellite acquisition is
>fast. Receiver is remarkably sensitive and accurate. Configurable screens.
>Countdown timer great for yacht racing starts. Can use disposable alkaline or
>rechargeable NiMH batteries, and ability to switch batteries in the field is
>an advantage over the similar Foretrex 201. Optional serial cable available
>for connection to computers and other devices. Highly recommended. My mapping
>GPS (Magellan SporTrak Color) is now relegated to a backup/support role.
>
>WEBSITE: http://www.garmin.com/products/foretrex101/
>
>New-in-box units with full factory warranty typically go on eBay for $90-100.

UPDATE: Be warned that lwpjr200, a volume eBay seller of GPS products, is slow
to ship and should be avoided.

Best online prices I've found:
$107.24 @ Provantage <http://www.provantage.com/pr_90608.htm>
$111.74 @ Ebuyer
<http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/products/index.html?product_uid=153735>
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Best regards, HELP FOR CINGULAR GSM & SONY ERICSSON PHONES:
John Navas <http://navasgrp.home.att.net/#Cingular>
.

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