Posted by Joe on 9th November 2005
Ron suggested the Garmin, eTrex line (see list below) or at garmin - etrex
A list of dealers can be found at garmin.com - dealers ohio
Apparently they can upload maps from here
For a good discussion on this topic go here: groundspeak.com
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Product Comparison
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eTrex Summit |
eTrex LegendC |
eTrex VistaC |
| Receiver |
12 channel |
12 channel |
12 channel |
| Number of Waypoints |
500 |
500 |
500 |
| Built in Memory |
N/A |
24 MB |
24 MB |
| # of Routes / # of waypoints per route |
20/124 |
50/250 |
50/250 |
| Database or Basemap |
N/A |
(Recreational Routable Basemap, Americas) or (Recreational Routable Basemap, Atlantic) |
(Recreational Routable Basemap, Americas) or (Recreational Routable Basemap, Atlantic) |
| Additional map options |
No |
MapSource CD ROM uploadable information |
MapSource CD ROM uploadable information |
| Battery Life |
22 HR (GPS only) 13 HR (GPS and Compass) |
36 HR (2 AA) |
20 HR (2 AA) |
| Display Size (H x W in inches) |
2.1 x 1.1 |
1.7 x 1.3 |
1.7 x 1.3 |
| Display type |
4 level Gray LCD |
256 level Color TFT |
256 level Color TFT |
| Area Calculation |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pixels (H x W) |
128 x 64 |
220 x 176 |
220 x 176 |
| Standard GPS Antenna |
Built in |
Patch Antenna |
Patch Antenna |
| TracBack Mode |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| # of Tracklog Points |
10000 |
10,000 |
10,000 |
| Unit Weight |
5.3 oz. |
5.5 oz. w/ batteries |
5.5 oz. w/ batteries |
| Audible Alarms |
No |
Anchor: Yes Arrival: Yes Clock: Yes Off Course: Yes |
Anchor: Yes Arrival: Yes Clock: Yes Off Course: Yes |
| Waterproof Standard |
IPX7 |
IPX7 |
IPX7 |
| Unit Size (H x W x D in inches) |
4.4 x 2.0 x 1.2 |
4.2 x 2.2 x 1.2 |
4.2 x 2.2 x 1.2 |
| Thumb Stick (5-position cursor switch) |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separate Serial & USB interfaces |
N/A |
No / USB Only |
No / USB only |
| Map Storage |
N/A |
Internal Memory |
Internal Memory |
| Backlit Display |
Single level |
Multi-level adjustable |
Multi-level adjustable |
| Ext. Ant. Hookup |
No |
No |
No |
| Internal Differential |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
| WAAS/EGNOS capability |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Loran TD position format |
N/A |
Yes |
Yes |
| MGRS position format |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Built-In Electronic Compass |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
| Built-In Barometric Altimeter |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
| Turn by turn routing |
N/A |
Yes |
Yes |
| Hunting/Fishing calculator |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Celestial Information Page |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Proximity Waypoints |
N/A |
Yes |
Yes |
| Tide Prediction |
N/A |
No |
No |
| Built in calendar |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
| Voltage Range |
2.5 |
4.2-5.5 |
4.2-5.5 |
| Waypoint Icons |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| MSRP |
$214.27 |
$267.84 |
$321.41 |
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Posted by Joe on 8th November 2005
Blackhawk Kevlar Gloves
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Posted by Joe on 8th November 2005
Gerber Multi-Plier 600 D.E.T. The D.E.T. Tool, based on the popular Gerber Multi-Plier-600 platform, provides the combat operator with a compact one-handed opening multi-tool to deal with any number of battlefield situations. Made from blackened non-reflective 410-grade stainless steel, the D.E.T. tool incorporates the following tools: C-4 Explosives punch, Blasting cap crimper, Wire cutter, Needle nose pliers, 3″ Drop point blade, 3″ Sheep foot serrated edge blade, GJ-4 RemGrit® saw blade, Cross point screwdriver, Large, medium and small flathead screwdrivers, File, Bottle opener and Lanyard. Includes black ballistic cloth sheath.
Technical Specs:
- Overall Length: 6.56′’
- Length Closed: 5′’
- Weight: 8.8 oz.
- Handle Material: Stainless Steel
- Sheath: Ballistic nylon
Components: Needlenose pliers with blasting cap crimper, wire cutter, wire crimper, C4 punch, fine edge knife, RemGrit® saw with universal coupler, cross point screwdriver, small, medium and large flat blade screwdrivers, lanyard ring, can opener, bottle opener, file, and ruler.
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Posted by Administrator on 5th November 2005
Got a call last night from Kris. They were close to New mexico at 9 PM EST. Making good time, at this rate they might hit Phoenix by Thursday Night.
Dad
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