[pct-l] Compass ???

[montypct]

I mostly have used the little, often inaccurate ones at the top of my 
trekking poles to get rough bearings.  I carry and also use one that gives 
accurate bearings.  When Muir Pass has lots of snow, I feel more comfortable 
staying found, for example.

Warner Springs Monty



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Roy" <roy_hiking at yahoo.com>
To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 12:08 AM
Subject: [pct-l] Compass ???


> It is said by most that you need a compass on the PCT.
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>  But what type?  Do you need one that you can chart out a course of maybe 
> "40 deg E of N" with Mag. Dec. of 4 deg E.  or one to point you to the NE?
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