Crossovers

I am looking for a GPS that can be used in the car (actually
two cars) and for occassional hikes.

I like what I've read about the Garmin GPSMAP 60CSX but I
fear the lack of voice prompts combined with the small display
will make it less than wonderful for driving. If only it had
voice prompts... <sigh>.

I can't be alone here. But the only product I have found that
seems to be designed for this kind of usage appears to be the
Magellan CrossoverGPS. Again, based on the reviews I've read,
the implementation was *almost* successful but not quite.

Is anyone aware of another device I should be considering? Or
should I just wait and see of Magellan produce a second
generation crossover that is hopefully a little closer to perfect?

Some of my more important requirements:

* Automotive/pocket/hand held
* Waterproof and drop-proof
* SIRF-III and WAAS
* Provision for external antenna
* Street Maps (USA)
* Voice prompts
* Routing and re-routing
* Logging waypoints/routes
* Decent battery life
* USB

I just want a GPS; I don't need a poor cellphone, radio, MP3
player, camera, teevee, entertainment center, or coffee maker ;-)

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