Best gps for hiking

"What is the best hiking gps and do you really need a hiking gps?" In days gone by many people would use compasses and maps when hiking, however times have changed and technology has moved on somewhat. Technology plays a large part in everyday life and hiking is no different.

Paper maps are obsolete and old hat and are now being overtaken by gps units. Paper maps are large, paper maps are a hassle to handle in bad weather (especially the wind), paper maps rip along the folds and paper maps are simply a hassle. GPS units on the other hand are small, neat, convenient, take up little room and very easy to use.

There are plenty of different hiking gps units available and choosing the perfect one can be a real headache. This lens is dedicated to hiking gps units, so for the best hiking gps check out this lens.

Not sure if the Garmin gpsmap 62 is for you or not? Check out this video review to see this GPS device put through its paces.

If you want video evidence of what the Garmin Etrex H can do take a look at this clip, courtesy of Youtube.

For a video review of the excellent Magellan Explorist 710 check out this footage.

Check this video clip out for a review on the Garmin Montana 600 GPS unit.

Want to know how to use the Garmin Dakota? Check out this clip for all the information oyu will need.

If none of the above take your fancy check out some alternative hiking gps units below. Alternatively, use the Amazon search facility and you will find loads more.

Believe it or not, hiking can be dangerous. Before you go out hiking it is important you know basic survival skills and can deal with specific issues if things ever go wrong. In reality, the only way to find out what you need to do to stay alive should things go wrong, and more importantly how to prevent things going wrong in the first instance, is to read books.

Below are a small sample of books with the essential knowledge you need before you hit the trails and go out for a hike.

If you like hiking it is always best to be prepared for the worst and make sure you have the skills necessary to stay alive and survive if the poo really does hit the fan. All hikers should have some knowledge of basic survival skills therefore this book is an invaluable read.

No matter how clued up you think you are about hiking there is always something you don't know. Don't believe me? Check out this Idiot's Guide to hiking and I am certain you will learn something new.

Hiking in hot and dry climates requires a special skill set. If you want to identify these skills and learn how to develop them take a look at this book/

For an even bigger selection of hiking books check out the products below. Alternatively, use the Amazon search facility and you will find even more that may be of interest.

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