Recent content by mcdxcvii

Both are on my list as well, but the idea of finishing in Zermatt trumps other highlight on TMB. Consider also the Via Alpina, which I have done a few years ago, through the heart of Switzerland, massive mountains, tiny villages, & non-stop scenery that will spoil your hike expectations forever...

Rudy Project are made in Italy. Choose Polar 3FX for polarized lenses. I own several pairs.

I cannot resist adding a vote for Suunto—they have always given me accurate measurements. The latest one Ambit3 has altimeter calibrated with the GPS signal, measuring temperate, distance, speed, and your heart rate (especially after looking at the price tag).

To view Open Street Maps offline + pre-planned routes & points of interest, consider Maps with Me. My favorite is EasyTrails because it supports: Pre-planned routes Points of interest Recording log of trip, which is very light on battery usage when screen is turned off Best of all, it...

The chance is extremely high that the file will indeed work on the MAP60. The map image format has hardly changed. Note in the list of compatible devices: it contains just about every single mapping device available, except the ones that are no longer supported such as the MAP60 & Edge 705. But...

Thank you for sharing. Impressive indeed. I look forward to my first trip to MHT in January.

It depends on what you are looking for in a GPS. Exactly the same for me as bcborder. I use an Edge 705 mostly to record my route and workout. In fact I use it for just about any outing: running, canoeing, skiing, etc. I also have Topo maps on it just in case. The Edge 605 & 705 do not have...

Any trip reports out there for hiking the entire LT in 14 days? At least that is my optimistic plan!