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expirediconian | Staff posted Apr 12, 2024 6:52 PM
Garmin GPSMAP 66i GPS Handheld and Satellite Communicator
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BuyDig via eBay has Garmin GPSMAP 66i GPS Handheld and Satellite Communicator (010-02088-01) for $359.99. Shipping is free.
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Features:
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Features:
- Interactive SOS to Search & Rescue
- Satellite Texting (with Subscription)
- Global Navigation Satellite Systems
- TOPO Maps & Satellite Imagery
- Weather Info with Cellular Connection
- Pair with Phone for Garmin Explore
- Compact at 4 x 2"
- Lightweight at 3.5 Ounces
- IPX7 Waterproof
- Garmin GPSMAP 66i GPS Handheld and Satellite Communicator
- USB Cable
- Carabiner Clip
- Limited 1-Year Warranty
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Written by SubZero5 | Staff- About this deal:
- Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
- About this store:
- 30 days returns. Seller pays for return shipping.
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BuyDig via eBay has Garmin GPSMAP 66i GPS Handheld and Satellite Communicator (010-02088-01) for $359.99. Shipping is free.
Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.
Features:
Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.
Features:
- Interactive SOS to Search & Rescue
- Satellite Texting (with Subscription)
- Global Navigation Satellite Systems
- TOPO Maps & Satellite Imagery
- Weather Info with Cellular Connection
- Pair with Phone for Garmin Explore
- Compact at 4 x 2"
- Lightweight at 3.5 Ounces
- IPX7 Waterproof
- Garmin GPSMAP 66i GPS Handheld and Satellite Communicator
- USB Cable
- Carabiner Clip
- Limited 1-Year Warranty
Editor's Notes
Written by SubZero5 | Staff- About this deal:
- Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
- About this store:
- 30 days returns. Seller pays for return shipping.
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First, the Iphone is not built for rugged conditions. Although phones have come a long way and many are now waterproof to a degree, they can still be fragile in extreme conditions.
For example, your hiking and take a bad fall. Your phone screen could be smashed and broken, thus limiting your ability to see the text and answer the SOS questions, etc. Whereas GPS units are built for rugged and extreme conditions. Ice, snow, river rafting, jungle heat, etc.
Second, battery life on our phones is not bad, but even then, they do not compare to the life some handheld GPS units can achieve. My emergency GPS unit can last double the time my phone can. Also, I carry a small solar charger on camping trips that is capable of charging my phone or GPS unit.
I live in a very rural area and camp and go off-roading often. My wife and I were 12 miles deep into the woods on ATV's one weekend when we got turned around and could not find our way out. The area we were in was very remote and if you chose the wrong direction, you could go 100 miles and still be in the woods. We had no cell service and back then, our phones had no GPS. Luckily we found our way back to the trail but it took about 3 hours and at times we were very scared as the sun continued to go down and we did not want to be stuck there overnight. It taught me a valuable lesson and we immediately bought a GPS unit to keep with us on all trips.
I would never trust my phone in many of the conditions we go through on our trips. My phone has never failed or been broken, but I'm not putting my life on the line for it either. Again, if your a casual hiker or outdoorsman, your phone might be just fine. If you really travel off the beaten path or to very remote areas, I'd highly suggest the best GPS/communicator you can afford. You can always make more money, but you can't bring yourself back from the dead.
I had one of these a couple of years back. For me, a smartphone with OsmAnd is a much better mapping solution. If you need the satellite function, the Garmin Inreach Mini is a better choice IMO. If you absolutely have to have a 66i, then this is a great price.
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I am a solo hiker/backpacker. The battery life on this thing is concerning versus the mini
https://www.t-mobile.com/news/un-...h-t-mobile
I have been looking for a budget offgrid option and this might be about perfect. Especially with a couple of older, but still very serviceable water resistant Android phones I have laying around.
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First, the Iphone is not built for rugged conditions. Although phones have come a long way and many are now waterproof to a degree, they can still be fragile in extreme conditions.
For example, your hiking and take a bad fall. Your phone screen could be smashed and broken, thus limiting your ability to see the text and answer the SOS questions, etc. Whereas GPS units are built for rugged and extreme conditions. Ice, snow, river rafting, jungle heat, etc.
Second, battery life on our phones is not bad, but even then, they do not compare to the life some handheld GPS units can achieve. My emergency GPS unit can last double the time my phone can. Also, I carry a small solar charger on camping trips that is capable of charging my phone or GPS unit.
I live in a very rural area and camp and go off-roading often. My wife and I were 12 miles deep into the woods on ATV's one weekend when we got turned around and could not find our way out. The area we were in was very remote and if you chose the wrong direction, you could go 100 miles and still be in the woods. We had no cell service and back then, our phones had no GPS. Luckily we found our way back to the trail but it took about 3 hours and at times we were very scared as the sun continued to go down and we did not want to be stuck there overnight. It taught me a valuable lesson and we immediately bought a GPS unit to keep with us on all trips.
I would never trust my phone in many of the conditions we go through on our trips. My phone has never failed or been broken, but I'm not putting my life on the line for it either. Again, if your a casual hiker or outdoorsman, your phone might be just fine. If you really travel off the beaten path or to very remote areas, I'd highly suggest the best GPS/communicator you can afford. You can always make more money, but you can't bring yourself back from the dead.
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First, the Iphone is not built for rugged conditions. Although phones have come a long way and many are now waterproof to a degree, they can still be fragile in extreme conditions.
For example, your hiking and take a bad fall. Your phone screen could be smashed and broken, thus limiting your ability to see the text and answer the SOS questions, etc. Whereas GPS units are built for rugged and extreme conditions. Ice, snow, river rafting, jungle heat, etc.
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Most people should go with the Garmin inreach mini, a 2nd version was released not too long ago. I am still rocking the 1st Gen.
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There is another option. Get case with higher level of protection (like Otterbox) for main phone and/or rugged phone with satellite SOS as backup. For example:
Motorola Defy 2 (https://www.gsmarena.co
Cat S75 (https://www.gsmarena.co
Ulefone Armor 23 Ultra (https://www.gsmarena.co
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Astronomy Apps (Stellarium, LunaSolCal)
Animal / Plant identifiers
Guides on first aid, cooking, knot tying, etc.
Companion apps for dedicated cameras like GoPro or DJI
Games, Books, Music, Anime…
P.S.
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My phone died during one trip. Fortunately, second GPS device helped us to get back on track before it got too dark.
I like Garmin maps and watches, but consumer outdoor and vehicle navigation hardware tend to be glitchy, outdated, overpriced. Apparently, they aren't interested in dedicating resources for certain product lines. That's why I don't want buy new Garmin handheld.
There is another option. Get case with higher level of protection (like Otterbox) for main phone and/or rugged phone with satellite SOS as backup. For example:
Motorola Defy 2 (https://www.gsmarena.co
Cat S75 (https://www.gsmarena.co
Ulefone Armor 23 Ultra (https://www.gsmarena.co
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Why not to use both solar charger and power bank?
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Right, phones offer more flexibility. Besides maps and track recorders you can download a lot of useful stuff:
Astronomy Apps (Stellarium, LunaSolCal)
Animal / Plant identifiers
Guides on first aid, cooking, knot tying, etc.
Companion apps for dedicated cameras like GoPro or DJI
Games, Books, Music, Anime…
P.S.
… and Ballistics Calculator if someone chasing after you
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First, the Iphone is not built for rugged conditions. Although phones have come a long way and many are now waterproof to a degree, they can still be fragile in extreme conditions.
For example, your hiking and take a bad fall. Your phone screen could be smashed and broken, thus limiting your ability to see the text and answer the SOS questions, etc. Whereas GPS units are built for rugged and extreme conditions. Ice, snow, river rafting, jungle heat, etc.
Second, battery life on our phones is not bad, but even then, they do not compare to the life some handheld GPS units can achieve. My emergency GPS unit can last double the time my phone can. Also, I carry a small solar charger on camping trips that is capable of charging my phone or GPS unit.
I live in a very rural area and camp and go off-roading often. My wife and I were 12 miles deep into the woods on ATV's one weekend when we got turned around and could not find our way out. The area we were in was very remote and if you chose the wrong direction, you could go 100 miles and still be in the woods. We had no cell service and back then, our phones had no GPS. Luckily we found our way back to the trail but it took about 3 hours and at times we were very scared as the sun continued to go down and we did not want to be stuck there overnight. It taught me a valuable lesson and we immediately bought a GPS unit to keep with us on all trips.
I would never trust my phone in many of the conditions we go through on our trips. My phone has never failed or been broken, but I'm not putting my life on the line for it either. Again, if your a casual hiker or outdoorsman, your phone might be just fine. If you really travel off the beaten path or to very remote areas, I'd highly suggest the best GPS/communicator you can afford. You can always make more money, but you can't bring yourself back from the dead.
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