Garmin eTrex Handlebar Mount Bracket Review

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(More customer reviews)The mount consists of two pieces.One piece fastens onto your handlebars.It attaches very firmly and will prevent the unit from moving even over the roughest terrain.The other piece replaces the standard battery compartment cover on the GPS. When you want to mount the GPS to your bike you just snap the two components together.
I was impressed by the quality of the pieces and suspect that it will be very durable. I only have two negative comments regarding this design.First, the handlebar mounting piece is tightened on via a screw.I have a road and a mountain bike and will want to switch the unit between the two.I would have preferred some sort of quick release mechanism that does not require the use of tools. Secondly, I wish that the battery cover did not have to be replaced with the new one.The one that comes with the bike mount is not rubberized and it has a clip on it that could catch on things.That means that you'll want to put the original cover back on the GPS if you want to use it as a hand-held.Having to use two different covers means that there is just one more piece that you'll need to remember to bring on your trips - and one more thing to possibly lose somewhere.
Despite these gripes, I am very impressed with the mount and can recommend it.

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Now securing your GPS onto the handlebar of your bike is a snap with Garmin's Bicycle Mount Bracket for Etrex/Summit. This bicycle mount fits bars up to 1 inch in diameter and is a safe, secure way to take your GPS with you. It's also great for motorcycles and ATVs. The Garmin Bicycle Mount Bracket comes with hardware and instructions.

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Garmin eTrex Vista Handheld GPS Navigator Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the Meridian Platinum and the Garmin Vista to do a technical comparison.They are both great units with similar price and features.I also tested the next level down: Meridian Gold and the Garmin Legend with similar results. Here's my take:
If small size and high resolution are important to you, buy the Garmin.
If you prefer a larger screen, larger buttons, a floating unit, or something that can be viewed beyond an armslength away, get the Magellan.If you require reading glasses, avoid the Garmin.
Here is a list of specific comments:
- Size: Garmin fits easily in a shirt pocket.Magellan is 114% larger by volume and is better suited for a fanny pack or large coat pocket.
- Weight: Magellan is 51% heavier.
- Display: Magellan display is 66% larger, viewable beyond an arm's length.Garmin not viewable beyond an arm's length.
- Pixels: Garmin has over twice as many pixels.
- Resolution: With the smaller display and higher pixel count, the Garmin screen resolution is about four times greater.
- Both are waterproof.Magellan floats...Garmin doesn't.
- Reception: Magellan had slightly better reception, probably due to larger internal antenna.
- Screen protection: Magellan has a raised frame around display to help prevent scratches, but it also collects lots of dust on the screen as a result.
- Maps/waypoints: Low resolution for the Magellan made small map features difficult to discern.Garmin much easier to read with a large variety of highly detailed map symbols/icons.
- Features: Similar for both, but the Magellan had a few extras I liked: audible alerts for turns, a "windshield" navigation view with waypoints drawn in the "distance", a "speedometer" view with dial, sun and moon location displayed on the compass dial.
- Buttons/knobs: Garmin's buttons are all on the sides and are very small.You won't be able to operate them with gloves.I like the little joystick for the left thumb very much, but folks with clumsy hands will not.Magellan's buttons are large, easy, and labelled.
- Magnetic compass: Garmin must be held flat for this feature.Magellan's compass works in any position.(With motion, separate heading indicator works at any orientation on both units.)
- Battery life and accuracy: About the same for both.
- PC cable/DC car adapter: Garmin slides onto the back.Magellan has an awkward screw-in device.
- Mapping Memory: Garmin has 24 MB ready for upload from mapping software (sold separately).Magellan requires additional memory card...
- Owner's Manual: Garmin provides complete owner's manual.Magellan only provides a quick-start manual.Complete manual is electronic and divided into two files.
- User interface: I found the Garmin software and menus to be slightly more intuitive.
Result: I wanted a small unit for outdoor activities and occasional automobile travel.I like small, high-precision devices with lots of detail.I kept the Garmin.
I also ordered the car dash mount, DC auto adapter, belt carry case, and MapSource MetroGuide USA CD.I have been very pleased with each of them.

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Go wherever life takes you and never get lost! The Garmin eTrex Vista handheld mapping GPS provides all the navigation tools you will need when you depart on your next adventure. This GPS comes packed with important traveling features including a barometric altimeter, an electronic compass, a detailed basemap of the Americas, and more!

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