GolfLogix GPS-8 by Garmin is a handheld unit that golfers can use to calculate and display distances including the distance of his or her last shot.

Golf Logix GPS8 gives  the yardage to a fairway trap, as well as over it, and will gives the yardage needed to layup to the 100 yd marker, 125, and 150.

Using a GPS unit during rounds of golf completely eliminates the need to look for yardage marker any more.

Users have been raving about the ease of use and the fact that no aiming is required because the Golf Logix knows where you are all the time!

What's in the Box

GolfLogix GPS, USB cable, belt/bag clip, 2 AA alkaline batteries, printed instructions

Product Description  Garmin GolfLogix GPS-8 features: 

Large LCD screen (1.25"W x 2.25"H) User friendly software and hardware

Auto-advances to each target on the course for completely hands-free use

Large number displays are easy to read for all ages and eye-visions

Personalized name on main screens for security and anti-theft

Excellent visibility in direct sunlight with adjustable screen contrastsBacklight screen setting for dark playing conditions.

Completely waterproof case 

Shock-proof and impact resistant for rugged outdoor use

Displays in yards or metersIncludes multi-use belt or bag clip Up to 22-hour battery lifeInstant distances to greens and hazardsHolds up to 20 courses  

Minimum System Requirements* PC with Microsoft Windows 2000/XP500 MHz Pentium class processor or better 256 MB of RAM 2X or higher CD-ROM drive USB Connection or RS232 Serial PortInternet connection 

I had one of the early models made by SkyCaddie, and this device is far superior. It's easier to use, holds 20 downloaded courses (as opposed to 10), finds the course you are at (as opposed to scrolling through a list), is waterproof (as opposed to water resistant), cost far less to get a one year membership to downloadable courses, and turns on in seconds with distances (as opposed to minutes).

The 2008 model measures the distance from your last shot so you can tell how far you are hitting each club.   It's very easy to use. Just turn it on. I had no trouble downloading the courses, and I am a Mac user with the Mac Leopard operating system.

The Garmin algorithn for finding distances is quick and accurate.   I really like it and can't imaging playing golf without it!