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T-Pot
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 2:02 am    Post subject: I want to plan my route beforehand. Reply with quote

Sorry for being a noob, but am looking for a GPS that directs me on a pre-planned route that I've done on my PC.

None of the product specs of the cheap(ish) ones seemed to mention this capability.

I assume the bike specific systems can do this - bit beyond my pocket though - used a basic cheapo once in map pocket of my tankbag and it was fine.

Have searched the forums but none of my 'search phrases' brought up anything - sooooooooooo to the inevitable list of q's.

Is there a industry acknowledged phrase for this pre planned route thingy?

Any particular makes of GPS that usually include this capability

....or

Is it down to the software bundled with the GPS... or even the mapping sware.

You can tell I don't know a fat lot about this Rolling Eyes - trying to learn though - I hate making un-informed purchases.
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 2:44 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Have a look at: http://www.tyre.tk/

I only use it occasionally but it allows routes to be planned with Google Maps and way points to be set for download as a Tom Tom itinerary.

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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 4:54 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I see - so I'd need it to be either a tom tom device or TT software.

you use the word 'Itinary' - shall have a looksee on the forums using this as a search phrase.

No other makes? - the reason I'm asking is there are some pretty cheap post chrimbo deals on the web, tho the largest reductions appear to be on the 'other' makes - i.e. not garmin or TT
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 10:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I have seen Garmins at 89 squid and they use mapsource for doing a route on pc to download . Mind they arent the waterproof ones.
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 10:45 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

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I have seen Garmins at 89 squid and they use mapsource for doing a route on pc to download . Mind they arent the waterproof ones.


The Route option only works on the 7xx series and above. Those cost over £150 and aren't waterproof.

The lower cost 2xx series Nuvis don't handle routes at all.
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 2:33 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks for the answers so far.

Water proofing isn't the issue - I am looking for a system that I can use on my bike and car - I would put the GPS unit in my waterproof map pocket on my tank bag at the first sniff of rain were I to get a non-bike specific one.

so assuming the 550 garmins (aswell as 7xx) can also do routes, Are there any restrictions to the Tomtom ranges using the tyre prog and waypoints as in prev post?

You'd think the manufacturers would clearly describe this 'feature' if they had it Mad
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 4:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

The Nuvi 550 can store 10 routes. It in the spec of every unit on the Garmin website. See here under Maps & Memory - Routes:10.
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 5:59 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

clicky - ah yes - Thanks

routes: 10
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Headphone jack/audio line-out: no

doh! why no head phone socket? - that was very silly of Garmin - I have no intention of buying a bluetooth headset....yet.
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 6:25 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

PaulB2005 wrote:

e Route option only works on the 7xx series and above. Those cost over £150 and aren't waterproof.


just seen nuvi 710T at PC world for £129.97 - UK/ROI maps only Sad
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 6:29 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

What's wrong with that? Good price.
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 7:43 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

nothing wrong at all with the price - that's why I quoted it.

Just that I wanted European wide mapping - looking to use it touring abroad, that's all - hence the sad face - I suppose an upgrade can be bought from Garmin.....open another tab.....GBP79.99 Shocked . hmmmm.

Also found in PC-wld (I really wish not tho, I've no love of that particular shop) Navman S90i Europe Wide Traffic In-Car Satellite Navigation for 79.97 which seems like a lot of sat-nav for the price??

Looked at it's user manual and it allows for multi-waypoint route, but has to be inputted with the touch-screen - prob quite cumbersome - but would achieve what I wanted.

Still undecided - tho would go for the Garmin if european wide mapping was a bit cheaper
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 7:58 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

For Europe Mapping look for a 760T £175 here

I paid £250 for the same model 10 months ago..... Crying or Very sad
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PostPosted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 12:51 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

PaulB2005 wrote:
The Nuvi 550 can store 10 routes. It in the spec of every unit on the Garmin website. See here under Maps & Memory - Routes:10.


I'm seriously tempted by the Nuvi 550, just hoping to find it in a January sale for sub £200. Almost there now. Very Happy

Apart from the lack of a jack plug, it does all I want to do.

The rear speaker means it will transfer to the car easily. The 8 hr hour, replaceable, battery is handy.

Not bothered about lack of phone calls via the Nuvi, as I ride the bike to get away from calls Cool

A Scala BT headset for around £50 is useful, but I'd rather use my wired ear plugs.

Anyone know if Garmin have got a newer IPX7 model planned any time soon ?
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PostPosted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 10:16 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

There are rumours of a Zumo 660 and in fact a banner on Garmins site talk of the new motorcycle friendly Zumo 660 and then it disappears.

The effect of this is that the current Zumo should go down in price . I have seen the Zumo 500 for £237 inc delivery.
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PostPosted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 7:52 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

tomthompson wrote:

... The effect of this is that the current Zumo should go down in price . I have seen the Zumo 500 for £237 inc delivery.


Interesting, thanks.

I think the Nuvi 550 offers more for me than the Zumo 500, and should be cheaper.

I think I'll wait for the start of CES 2009, to see if Garmin announce anything new, and then see what bargains can be found in the January sales Very Happy
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