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Originally Posted by ducboy
I hear that you can do POI with Google, but no routes. I will look into that further. You probably need a plug-in or something. I see 'Send to GPS' option in MapQuest, but not sure if it isn't the same case. It would be really cool if we could just map out the routes via Google maps and export them...
I will go with the Garmin 700 series GPS then. If their 'additional' software comes Mac compatible, then BONUS, I won't have to use the work PC  |
I have the dvd in my hand and it is Mac compatible.
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Originally Posted by Simba
If your goal is planning drive routes, you don't really need (and are often better off without) a GPS.
Just drive the route before the actual run with a navigator, and have them write down the trip mileage for each exit/turn on the way to the destination. Then print those directions on cards and have everyone zero their trip mileage before starting.
Much easier (and safer) to glance at "exit 12 at 48.2 miles" than try and parse google directions on the move.
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The directions that are printable from MapSource are given in that format. We have some members in the Cayman Club that will only drive the routes with printed directions. There are some members that want to use a GPS and are not comfortable using printed directions. There are tricks to use a Garmin GPS model that does not have a routing capability with a minimum of manual operations while you're driving.
All of the routes that we do (Cayman Club) are scouted prior to having the whole group drive them. This way we know the road conditions, if there are road closures due to construction, and to make sure that it is the best route we can put together. We find assembly areas with enough safe parking, bathrooms, gasoline stations, a place to get a cup of coffee etc. If it a long drive we find a mid way point with parking, bathrooms etc. We also find a restaurant at the routes end for those who want to have lunch.