Hi Sliver,
I do like my toys. But when I ride it sometimes rains and maps get wet, my GPS is water proof. It knows the lane I'm in and tells me if the next exit is on the left or right. I have only had it 3 days and it's been fun playing with it so far.
Hi Dave:
I'm new here on this forum, but I have to agree with you about the GPS. I've been riding for a v-e-r-y long time and only recently got the GPS on a new bike this past January. There's nothing I have enjoyed more on any bike. When you're going into Denver at five o'clock in rush hour traffic and 'Mrs. Garmin' tells you which way you will be turning and when to expect to turn on the way to your motel, it's a good feeling. I'm 61 and any conveniences that make things easier for me are always welcomed.
Barbara
Dave I am glad you enjoy your new toy. I guess what my older brother told me, years ago, is true. We all like different things, thats why there are so many choices on the menue. My friends have been telling me, since the 80's, you are dying of future shock. I am a dinosaur veterinarian [Triumph/BSA m/c and English sportscar-MG/Triumph- mechanic] so I do have trouble keeping up with modern things. Happy miles and keep the shiny side up.
I use the Garmin on day trips(like today),and for long ones as well.
Helps keep track of mileage,altitude,and the breadcrumb trail helps you find your way back out of the boonies.
Was out on a weeklong rolling rally called the Nez,I was without and had to resort back to using map and compass.....Gatta watch for the landmarks,backtracked a few times.
Some of my best memories of past runs were about places I've been and people I've met when I took the wrong turn, the wrong fork of the road or an obscure road recommended by one of the locals.
With a GPS I'd have missed a lot of my road life experiences.
My runs are all about the trip, the destination is just a reason.
Maps for me,
Lonnie
