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Review Garmin GPSMAP 66sr

This week Garmin launched the all new Garmin GPSMAP 66sr, the first multi band/ Multi GNSS handheld GPS from Garmin. So, what do we think of the unit? Here's our review of the Garmin GPSMAP 66sr First of all, we have to ask ourselves a few questions, so we understand the GPS unit a little better. Is the GPSMAP 66sr a replacement for the Garmin GPSMAP66st? In some ways it is a replacement, but honestly it is more like a GPSMAP66st on steroids. It will,...

Review Garmin Montana 700 series

This week Garmin announced the all-new Garmin Montana 700/ 700i and 750i, the latest update for the Garmin Montana range of GPS units. Let's review Garmin Montana 700 series. Here at Outdoor GPS Shop we have had the Garmin Montana 700i for a number of months now and have walked extensively with it, so here is our review of the Garmin Montana 700/ 700i and 750i series of GPS units. Long needed An update of the Garmin Montana series has been a long...

Garmin Instinct Solar GPS Watch – just launched

The Garmin Instinct Solar GPS watch is the latest upgrade on the Garmin Instinct range of GPS watches. The key differences are – 1. Solar charging 2. Updated heart rate sensors 3. Increased battery life 4. Power management 5. New profiles including expedition mode 6. New colours Solar Charging Garmin has added solar panels to the gorilla glass display on the Garmin Instinct Solar GPS watch. Heart Rate Sensor The heart rate sensor has been updated to the latest version which also includes the pulse ox into it, this measures your...

Best batteries for an Outdoor Garmin GPS unit

A common question we get asked here at the Outdoor GPS Shop is what are the best batteries for an Outdoor Garmin GPS unit. Because there is never a straight answer there some questions you need to ask. 1. Does you GPS have a built-in power cell (units like the GPSMAP 66i, GPSMAP86s, GPSMAP86i and the Garmin Montana range. If the answer is yes, you can charge your unit both from the mains or by using a portable power pack like the – -...

Garmin Ski maps for GPS watches

Garmin Ski Maps are preloaded to compatible watches and show the names of runs and their difficulty for select ski resorts around the world. To help you plan your next ski trip, we have supplied a list of ski resorts found in our ski mapping. Please refer to the list below to make sure your destination is included in the Garmin ski maps before you hit the slopes. Some of the most common questions people ask regarding the Garmin Ski maps, these are...

Don’t get caught out this Winter when in the outdoors

,Don’t get caught out this Winter when in the outdoors, your GPS will keep you updated about daylight hours. One of the lesser-known features on Garmin GPS units, is the ability to display the Sunrise and Sunset times at your location. They will even show features such as time in hours until sunset or sunrise. When out walking or running this winter the reassurance of having this information can really enhance your day. Allowing you to enjoy the activity knowing you...