Re: AAA (or CSAA) Maps versus GPS Maps

I am sold on the Garmin I5. It doesn't have all of the computer based junk
that comes with Street Atlas and Streets. It just gets you from point A to
point B simply and elagently. I had been a loyal user of Street Atlas, with
all of it's warts, for probably 15 years. I have bought 3 versions of
Streets over the years. It will take computer based users a little while to
get used to the idea that less is better and safer. The initial investment
will scare some away, but it is worthwhile in the long run to sever the PC
ties and go with a dedicated navigation tool.
The flames are coming. I can feel the heat already.
Jim
"Bryan" <bryan.459@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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I'm about to filter through my box full of AAA maps. I really like my AAA
maps. I don't think GPS maps will ever compare.

With that said, for the sake of using a little less paper and needing a
little less storage space, I'm wondering what the consensus (could there
be one) is regarding the best GPS maps and the affordable GPS units
(handheld, not mounted) that I might look at to replace my AAA maps.

I could read ad copy and ask a salesman, but I'd like to go with the
first-hand experience this ng has to offer.

Affordable: the less expensive the better. I didn't say cheaper.
Useful: readable maps that really cover areas well over the full range of
small scale to large scale. I need reading glasses and generally don't
have them with me so the font/typeface needs to accomodate my visual
limitations.
Handheld: I plan on using it in whatever car I'm driving in or riding in.
Extra optional features: campgrounds, rv parks, truck stops, Wal-Marts,
gas stations/off-ramps.
Updates: Easily and inexpensively updated.
USB/Windows XP compatible.







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