[TowerTalk] Favorite GPS receiver?

[Roger (K8RI)]

Steve wrote:
> I've used a Garmin ETREX for several years to determine latitude and 
> longitude of potential new QTH's. Sadly, my son borrowed it a few months 
> ago and shows no sign of returning it.  :-\
>
> So I need to replace it. Any favorites out there for lat and lon 
> measurements? I do not particularly need the multi-hundred dollar models 
> that are commonly used for driving directions in automobiles. Not 
> necessarily opposed to them, but don't see spending the bucks if 
> something less costly will meet my needs.
>
> Any advice?
>   
Two words,

Google Earth. It'll probably give coordinates closer than the GPS and 
it's free. Besides, for most  things I can read them off an aeronautical 
chart far closer than ever needed for ham radio.
BTW I do use on of the new Garmin aviation hand helds,  but it's usually 
hooked up where I can use the moving map display to good advantage.

73 
and good luck

Roger (K8RI)
Roger (K8RI)

> Thanks.
>
> Steve K8JQ
>
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