( 134 reviews )
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Posted: Aug 6 2009
An old favorite of the GPS geek crowd. Lots of tools/maps/updates available (from the likes of [....]etc.). Not the latest & greatest (compared to touchscreen Oregons), but reliable and good for hacking and geeking out. The addition of the MicroSD chip (now on all 'x' versions) makes it very versatile. 5 star tool.
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Posted: Aug 5 2009
I had a Garmin GPS map60 before and was always losing signal in tree cover. Haven't had that problem since I got the 60 CSx. Most of the features are the same exept for the compass and the altimeter. Color is nice also. Worth the extra money.
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Posted: Aug 1 2009
I chose this GPS for its ability to use customized maps and because it consistently received good reviews. It is my first GPS and I expected it would take time to learn how to use all of the features. Although the user manual that comes with the unit will help you get started, for me it was not sufficient. Unless you are already an expert GPS user I recommend that you get some additional books that discuss how to use one. Here are the best ones that I have found: GPS Made Easy (GPS Made Easy: Using Global Positioning Systems in the Outdoors) This book is especially useful because authors use a 60CSX to explain many GPS features, and there are many screen shots. It also presents a number of scenarios that explain how you would use the GPS in the field. Basic Essentials Using GPS, 2nd (Basic Essentials Series) This book also has some good scenarios for using the GPS in the field. GPS For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech)) Lists good places for downloading maps By far, learning how to obtain and install maps has been the most time-consuming activity. I've spent tens of hours surfing the web learning which applications are needed to manipulate and install the maps, and where to find the best street and topo maps. I like Garmin's MapSource for routing and MapSet Tool Kit for manipulating downloaded maps. MapSet Tool Kit enables you to register and use the maps in MapSource. I have been very happy with my purchase and find this unit can do most anything I've asked it to, but it does take time to learn.
