Are you planning to go out to the mountains? You can't go out without a good GPS to tell you which is the best route.
In the market you can find a wide variety of brands and models. In this case, we will talk to you about the Garmin brand, one of the ones that can show you the most options.
Hikingand mountains
GPS MAp 62s. It retains the best features of the previous models and also adds a compass with three axes, suitable for showing you the heading even if you are stationary. Another of its advantages is that it has a world map, so you can discover the different itineraries anywhere.
You can also check the barometric pressure and, therefore, you will monitor weather changes much better, let's not forget that in the mountains the weather is not 100% reliable and at the least expected moment a downpour could hit us. You have a database of 2,000 waypoints, 200 routes and a track log of 10,000 points.
The best of all is that you can share your routes with other users who have other Garmin brand devices and are compatible.
It costs about €380 and you can purchase them at their corresponding points of sale, even online.
Expeditions and high mountains
GPS Dakota 20. It makes it easier for you, as it has a very resistant touch screen that will make its use much more comfortable. A screen that is also waterproof, so if you get caught in an unexpected rain in the mountains you won't have to worry.
Its electronic compass and barometric altimeter will be responsible for controlling your course and possible unforeseen weather events. Likewise, thanks to its GPS receiver with WAAS you can maintain your location even when you are in the middle of a thick forest or a deeper than usual canyon.
It has a world base map so that your spirit of adventure can take you anywhere in the world with complete peace of mind. And, if you wish, you can add your own maps. Additionally, you can share your preferred points and routes with users of these models: Dakota, Colorado, Oregon and Foretrex.
Enjoy this GPS for approximately €350 and don't miss any of the itineraries it offers you.
Orientation and hiking
Oregon 550 GPS. This navigator also has a touch screen and not only that, but you can take photos thanks to its 3.2 megapixel digital camera. You will be able to share your photographs, as a geotag is automatically generated with the exact location and you can upload them to Picassa.It is the most resistant and is prepared to withstand all types of inclemencies, from water to dust, including blows or humidity.
You will make more use of your travel time, as it is very easy to use and thus you will not have to complicate yourself too much searching for information. It has a database with its maps from around the world and allows you to add your own maps thanks to the possibility of inserting a microSD card.
Its electronic compass and barometric altimeter will be available to control all situations, from the appropriate course to take to possible changes in the weather. Thanks to its GPS receiver with WAAS you can locate any point whenever you need it.
Its approximate price is €500, but think that it is a great investment if you take into account all the functionalities it allows you.
