But to use them you need to either mount your phone on your handlebars — reasonable for smooth terrain but a bit harrowing on rough trails — or stop often to look at your phone. eTrex 22x offers ease-of-use, durability and affordability that the eTrex handheld GPS series is known for — along with preloaded TopoActive maps. It is a handy size, only measuring 18 cm total in length, it is made using a stylish, narrow tilted handle, within which you insert the batteries which are two AAA batteries, not supplied.

PLEASE NOTE:Due to an increase in fraudulent activity, all Garmin GPS device sales must be delivered to the cardholders billing address or PayPal approved alternative addresses. The eTrex series uses both GPS and GLONASS satellite systems so the receiver has the ability to track in more challenging environments than GPS alone.You will need internet access and, in accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations, regularly seek out and accept all firmware or software updates offered by the manufacturer.

The TOPO PRO means that it is the latest map card from Garmin, giving you off road turn by turn routing within the National Parks, this means you can select a location many miles ahead and the GPS will route you via the footpaths to get to that location (like a car sat nav does). If you’ve been navigating with a smartphone app and your adventures are outgrowing this method due to challenging conditions, limited battery life, or risk of damage to your phone, then an eTrex may be the right next step. Together with GPS, it also allows you to use the GLONASS satellite system, which reduces the navigation targeting time by about 20% and, using both systems, the receiver can detect up to 24 satellites, making the targeting position perfectly precise. Both devices supportBirdsEye Satellite Imagery(subscription required), so you can download and integrate satellite imagery with your maps.

It seems to work very well, at least where I’ve been wandering around (mainly in rural areas of the western United States).

It’s seen temperatures in the low teens (low enough to temporarily kill my smartphone battery, but the eTrex was fine) and temperatures above 100F. Garmin makes it possible to load additional maps from 3rd party sources too, so you’ll never be stuck without the maps you need for an unusual location or use case. The eTrex 22x comes preloaded with road-routable TopoActive Europe maps that feature streets and trails so you can take the journey off the grid. That said, I usually only need this button when changing tracks or looking ahead to an upcoming section of the route, so it’s not a huge issue.Additional Garmin map series on microSD card that are compatible with the Garmin eTrex 22x include BlueChart g3 maps for use on a boat and fishing, TOPO maps for exploring off-road and country walks and bike trails and City Navigator road maps for use when navigating whilst driving or road cycling. The interface on the eTrex is also completely usable even with thick gloves, a major advantage over a touchscreen in bad conditions. The Garmin Etrex 22x is a reliable and trustworthy device, and its range of features is perfectly suited to ensure the best outdoor experience possible. The 22x can show your current direction, but only by taking measurements as you move and calculating the vector between them.

I highly recommend watching the video earlier in the article to see these navigation concepts in action. Route: The eTrex can navigate a pre-loaded route from a GPX file, and this is how I generally use it. Use the auto mount capability and City Navigator® NT maps for turn-by-turn driving directions, or use the rugged mount for your motorcycle or quad bike. EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS Field equipment and tools can be found here with the majority of the items being for geological purposes as well as equipment which can be utilised for forrestry, surveying, land remediation, quarrying and mining and much more.

This means, in theory, you can just ask the eTrex to find the best route to wherever you want to go. It’s fairly easy to zoom in and out, even one-handed while riding, to get a closer look at a tricky intersection or see how much farther it is to town. There’s an adjustable backlight which makes it easier to see in dim lighting but runs through battery faster. Introducing the GEO Premier, an authentic triplet hand lens crafted from top-grade triplet optical glass. I check it when needed to navigate complicated intersections, make sure I’m still on route, and occasionally find waypoints like water sources or campgrounds.