[pct-l] Blackberry GPS

[Postholer]

> 1.  They say they have no tutorial, guide, instruction book, etc.,
Yuck.


> 2.  I am not able to zoom in or out with the GPS map ... is this a big 
> deal?
I think so.

> 3.  digital versions of USGS 7.5 ' quads, state ... exceeds 16 Gb memory 
> card.
There are 458 quads required to cover the PCT well. At an average of  12MB 
per quad, that's under 6 GB's. So, technically, yes, you could carry them.


> 4.   Is this simple enough for  me to do myself, or do I need to rent a 
> teenager?
Yes, it's easy. With a GPS unit, ahem, use the gpx files.


> 5.  I was a map guy in an earlier life (the in-house GIS shop reported to 
> me), so I'm not stupid - just ignorant.
I'm stupid and ignorant, but I don't let the little things get in the way! 
;)

Dude, save yourself some serious heartache and get a a cheap GPS or an 
expensive one. All of your troubles will go away. Well, the above mentioned 
anyways. ;)

I wouldn't use a GPS unit to make a phone call and I wouldn't use a cell 
phone as a GPS. With a GPS you'll have zoomable maps, easy to load 
waypoints, documentation, etc. With your background it will be a no brainer.

Hope that helps,
-postholer




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