new gps

[sweld]

looks like they just updated the backroads maps, now v4 version at $150. for the alberta map. backroads gps version of the maps. if anyone purchased the last version, you can update to the new version. i purchased the alberta/ bc version.

Is the update free ? Where do you get it from.


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[imdoo'n]

Is the update free ? Where do you get it from.


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you have to go to the backroad site, i think it is, i was told i could update mine,

 

[sweld]

you have to go to the backroad site, i think it is, i was told i could update mine,

Ok thanks. I bought the ab/bc about 6 months ago.


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[imdoo'n]

Ok thanks. I bought the ab/bc about 6 months ago.


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you should be ok, how do you like the maps, for quadding/ sledding.

what gps do u use/

 

[sweld]

you should be ok, how do you like the maps, for quadding/ sledding.

what gps do u use/

Got the rino 650. Use them for hunting and quadding around our lake lot near Edson and for sledding. Don't think there has been a cut line or trail that hasn't shown up on it


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[imdoo'n]

Got the rino 650. Use them for hunting and quadding around our lake lot near Edson and for sledding. Don't think there has been a cut line or trail that hasn't shown up on it


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great, i found it showed pipelines, seismic trails that we were traveling on. liked it way better than the canada topo maps. way more info. how you like the rino 650, i almost bought one, as i like the radio and location capabilities. i lost my rino 530hcx in the snow in december, in 3 1/2 feet of snow. will take a look in the spring for it. i still have a rino 130 and a rino 530,

 

[sweld]

650 is ok. Screen is a little small. 4 of us have them so when we're sledding we can see where everyone is. The radios arnt to bad. Can get about
3-4km in the thick of the bush.


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[imdoo'n]

650 is ok. Screen is a little small. 4 of us have them so when we're sledding we can see where everyone is. The radios arnt to bad. Can get about
3-4km in the thick of the bush.


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range sounds good in thick bush, probably more over a clear area, or hill to hill. the best feature is the polling feature to know where everyone is and if they need help etc. the 650 has pretty much the same gps capabilities and accuracy as any of the topend garmins. yes has the smaller screen, which i found hard to see, but alround a very good unit, and your riding group has the same units. good choice.

 

[DaveB]

well i became the proud owner of a new montan 600, got lots of learning to do. looks like it will do the trick.

aquires a good signal inside the house, will be excellent in the bush with overgrown trees.

Will it work upsidedown in the mud with a quad and an old man on top of it?

 

[imdoo'n]

Will it work upsidedown in the mud with a quad and an old man on top of it?

hopefully have it mounted to the utv or at least that is the plan. probably a wrap of duct tape and good to go. lol. suppoded to be waterproof, nothing said about mud though.

 

[crow]

650 is ok. Screen is a little small. 4 of us have them so when we're sledding we can see where everyone is. The radios arnt to bad. Can get about
3-4km in the thick of the bush.


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range sounds good in thick bush, probably more over a clear area, or hill to hill. the best feature is the polling feature to know where everyone is and if they need help etc. the 650 has pretty much the same gps capabilities and accuracy as any of the topend garmins. yes has the smaller screen, which i found hard to see, but alround a very good unit, and your riding group has the same units. good choice.

In order to see where the boys are do they have to have the same gps or does it work with all other gps as well

 

[sled-fiend]

In order to see where the boys are do they have to have the same gps or does it work with all other gps as well

Need to have a rino to see others

 

[crow]

wondering what the difference is between the montana 650 and the oregon 550?

 

[imdoo'n]

wondering what the difference is between the montana 650 and the oregon 550?

screen size. and the oregon 550 is now outdated

 

[crow]

Finally pulled the trigger on the garmin montana 600 at cabelas for $479. Pretty user friendly but didn't have the backwoods alberta maps...now just need to figure out how to mount it on the king quad....

 

[crow]

Maps pretty brutal...imdoon what did you end up getting for maps...backwoods alberta is 150 at cabellas but always sold out he says...just wondering if you had any luck at gps central...

 

[imdoo'n]

off hand i can't remember where i bought them, gps central i think. had the best price $119. then there was an update and think the maps went back to $150.

gps central or gps city should have the maps and will send out asap. i got the ab and bc backroads maps. from gps central.

 

[crow]

How is the backwoods is it just as detailed as the books? Heard all the atv and snowmobile trails are marked? Thanks for reply!

 

[AB RANGER 007]

Attached are 4 different JPG'S/PIX of the same area, all at 700 m's. All data was taken from the Canadian Gov. The ibycus Topo V2.1 is no longer available,Gov changed their system, the ibycus Topo V4, is currently available on the net,(free). The Garmin Canada Topo V4 is the current release from Garmin, and the BackroadGPS Maps is V2. I did not opp for the Latest Version. Unless you have the computer skills to copy the Backroad software, they are (LOCKED). One can copy the ibycus and the Garmin MapSource Software. Dale Atkin (ibycus) out of Calgary AB, asks if you copy his software you give him the credit and do not charge for it, and if you are not succesful in down loading ibycus V4 from Torrents you can order a copy from him for $25.00. I have the Backroad GPS MAPS V 2 for AB and BC. and when I upgraded from their V1 to V2, I also aquired AB/BC on the DVD for an adittional $25.00. To me, the Computer Software is just as important as the GPS Mapping, If not more as I can plan my trips without going out of the house. The Backroads people will be at the Edmonton Boat and Outdoor Show this month.

Bruce.

 

[crow]

agreed the computer stuff is just as important.....im trying to recreate a few trails my father in law had on his gps...he recently passed away and promised him id put a little something up at ruby falls for him with my wife ...but i havent been there for a few years....hate to get turned around with the wife, id never hear the end of it . Will definately be sportsman show so ill check it out....found a few on ebay but, must be same deal as your contact cause for sd and v2 was $45 bucks but i like 25 better and wasnt sure what new versions are out . Also interested in the bluecharts...but ill check those at sportsman show as well...thanks again for info ranger, appreciate it