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Cycling from the UK to Romania
Király basically said that GPS is no good. I can understand its limitations, but would have thought that if the … lots of public domain stuff for Garmin, and some for Magellan). A GPS is okay if used *with* good paper maps, but I would never rely on one
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Feedback on the best GPS watches for runners: Suunto vs. Polar
When it comes to GPS accuracy and reliability for runners, both Suunto and Polar watches have their strengths and weaknesses. However, it's important to note that Suunto watches generally … have an edge in terms of GPS performance, particularly in areas with heavy tree cover or urban canyons. Suunto watches use GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo satellite systems, which provide more
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Best to get a cell phone with GPS rather than standalone unit?
thought I'm wondering if Id be better served by just getting a new GPS enabled cell phone? Most GPS enabled cell phones are only designed for on-road … use. If you want it for hiking, you may find the GPS features wanting. If cost is not the issue, you might want to look at a Windows Mobile Pocket
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Comparing different types of bike computers for commuting
Whats the real difference between GPS bike computers and cycling apps like Strava on a smartphone? Is it worth shelling out hundreds of dollars for a dedicated device when … decent smartphone mount can turn your phone into a GPS computer? Ive seen some riders swear by the accuracy and reliability of GPS computers, but others claim their phones work
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How to use GPS for cycling navigation
Are we being misled by GPS manufacturers into thinking we need to spend hundreds of dollars on high-end devices with features well never use just to navigate a simple … bike ride, or are there actually any real benefits to using a GPS device over a smartphone app for cycling navigation. Does anyone actually use the advanced features like power
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Choosing the right bike accessories
What factors should be considered when choosing a bike computer or GPS device, and how do you determine whether a device is truly worth the investment, beyond just basic features … the average rider. Are there any differences in the types of bike computers or GPS devices that are best suited for different types of riding, such as road, mountain
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Does the eBike have integrated GPS navigation?
even calling it a modern eBike if it doesnt have some form of integrated GPS navigation? Isnt one of the main selling points of these things supposed to be increased … expect to successfully navigate complex city routes or remote trails without a built-in GPS system? Especially considering the vast majority of cyclists arent exactly carrying around paper maps and
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Comparing Gravel Bike GPS Mounts
Whats the most insecure way to attach a GPS device to a gravel bike, and how many of you are still using those methods without realizing the risks? It seems … inclement weather? I see a lot of discussion about the benefits of one GPS mount over another, but how many of you are actually considering the potential consequences
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Adventure Cycling Maps SUCK!
the GPX version is and how to download it? GPX is the common GPs eXchange format; most GPS capable software these days can read if not read/write the format … What it is is an XML file in a specific format for GPS information. Tim posted a link to one set of GPS maps. Here is a link to the
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A question for bicycling gps users
But for cyclists like Cotton, for whom weight isn't the primary issue, a GPS has proven a good replacement for paper maps. Last summer, Cotton rode from Philadelphia … his sub-two-pound laptop computer, DeLorme Street Atlas 5.0 software and a Garmin GPS II+. "it's a lot less hassle than maps," says Cotton. "I don't need
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Touring and recreational cycling
Maps or GPS??
edge 305 but was worried that it uses a barometer (as opposed to gps) to determine altitude. garmin explained that the edge 305 calibrates every 15 minutes. all the features … before beginning a ride. don montalvo rego park, ny G'day mate, NO gps from any company is very good on altitude.I won't go into why as you
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Setting Up GPS for Mixed Terrain Routes
just me or do GPS devices for mixed terrain routes often prioritize road routes over more technical off-road trails, and if so, whats the best way to override these … are they better suited for road riding, and what about the new crop of GPS devices from companies like Hammerhead and Stages, do they offer any significant improvements for mixed
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Battery GPS Tracking
You're diving into the nitty-gritty of GPS devices, eh? Well, let me, al-xc, the 42-year-old, 74kg cross-country racer who's as fond of beer … muddy trails, give you my two cents. Battery life, GPS accuracy, and size - it's like the unholy trinity of GPS tech! If you want pinpoint accuracy and a device
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Tips for using indoor cycling apps on different devices
and app are up-to-date. Forgetting and re-pairing devices often helps, too. GPS data synchronization is another challenge. Some apps use device GPS, others use built-in GPS … your device has weak GPS, consider investing in an external GPS unit for more accurate data. Screen size matters less than you'd think; it's more about resolution and
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What's the best way to handle a situation where someone is driving with a GPS that's not accurate?
Whats the point of even having share the road laws if drivers with outdated GPS systems are still going to plow through bike lanes and nearly kill us? Are … supposed to just accept that some drivers are too lazy to update their GPS and its our job to dodge them? Whats the best way to handle a situation where
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Resolving Zwift ride time discrepancies
all connected platforms and devices. Firstly, it's essential to recognize that Zwift and GPS devices like Garmin use different methods to calculate ride time. Zwift measures the time from … the moment you start pedaling, while GPS devices typically start recording once they acquire a signal and detect motion. This difference can result in discrepancies, particularly during the initial stages
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Analyzing altitude data for performance improvement
really worth the investment to use high-end GPS devices that provide detailed altitude data, or are the free apps and software available online sufficient for analyzing performance and making … edge. What are the key differences between the altitude data provided by high-end GPS devices and free apps, and how do these differences impact performance analysis and improvement
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Atlanta to Florida route
The elevation profiles that you have on your webbpage - are they generated by your GPS or the MapSource software? I mean, you record your movements with GPS; the MapSource software … Garmin is not good at measuring elevation and calculating climb. With my eMap gps I could upload the track to Delorme TopoUSA and the earlier elevation gains are from
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Timex 100-Lap GPS Speed and Distance System. eBay Item number: 7114302304
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7114302304&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT Utilizing renowned GPS technology, the Timex GPS Ironman Triathlon Speed + Distance System utilizes a network of global positioning satellites to precisely track how far and how … ability to track several key indicators of personal performance. The information is gathered by GPS technology. This system includes speed, distance, and pace measurements, a continuous odometer, zone alerts, distance
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FBI SADISTS SEXUALLY ABUSED and RAPED ME for 3 YRS and BEHEADED ME
monitored all the time for the last three years, my emails are being monitored, gps vehicle tracking devices and voice amplification devices have been placed in my car and undercover … were willing to help me but asked me to show physical proof of either gps or video surveillance devices. I did a lot of research and found a couple
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SELL this FBI NOC LIST and MAKE MILLIONS like TOM CRUISE did in MISSION IMPOSSIBLE
monitored all the time for the last three years, my emails are being monitored, gps vehicle tracking devices and voice amplification devices have been placed in my car and undercover … were willing to help me but asked me to show physical proof of either gps or video surveillance devices. I did a lot of research and found a couple
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Amsterdam to Paris
Also, if anyone has any experience they could pass on with using a GPS device in Europe, it would be much appreciated. I was thinking of a Palm … PocketPC unit with a add on GPS module. What's the question(s)? Using a GPS in Europe is the same as using one here, just need different map
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General fitness, health and nutrition
GPS - watch out when Batteries removed from Handheld GARMIN GPS
still couldn't find a single sattelite. Found an option that forces the GPS to search from new position and it found the sattelites again this morning (while
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General fitness, health and nutrition
How to exchange gps trackslogs (was 'Now you've got your GPS')
with biting wind, less than 100yards visibility, I felt a lot happier with the GPS ticking away in the top of the pack telling me where I was … not even bothering with altimeter). He was within 50-100yards of where the GPS reported position whenever we discussed things, so a very skilled traditional user of maps would