JEEP TRAIL OFFROAD GPS: What GPS is everyone running?

+1 for back country navigator.

I used to have it on a small tablet before I broke it, it works fine on my phone but I liked the larger screen. Can get maps from many places for free.
 
I have used Gaia for several years and typically have two different devices iPad Mini and my iPhone with different maps downloaded. One has the track I intend on taking and the other is plotting my path.
 
Just hooked up the ipad mount with BadElf receiver and Gaia maps. Downloaded some satellite maps already and love it. It's exactly what I was hoping for. Very happy with it.

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Just hooked up the ipad mount with BadElf receiver and Gaia maps. Downloaded some satellite maps already and love it. It's exactly what I was hoping for. Very happy with it.

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I was looking at the Gaia maps is that a payed app? Only asking because it had a 7 day free trial

I pulled the trigger on the garmin after looking at them it's a great little gps just need to get more maps for it now


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I was looking at the Gaia maps is that a payed app? Only asking because it had a 7 day free trial

I pulled the trigger on the garmin after looking at them it's a great little gps just need to get more maps for it now


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Did you get the eTrex 20? If so, Garmin Basecamp with BirdsEye view is what I use on that one. I think it's 30 bucks a year. I've downloaded all I need so I let it expire. The Gaia maps I think were 10 bucks a year, but make sure they will work with your new GPS. I tried the free trial with Gaia but couldn't use all the functions so I just went ahead and bought the subscription.
 
Garmin 590LM

I've been using Garmin for 11 years now. Currently I'm using the 590LM. If you have a Garmin unit already, they have a great upgrade program for existing owners. If the Sales team doesn't have your model on their list, contact Support--they have a longer (older) list. In my case, I was able to buy a $800 unit for under $500.

The 590 is water resistant and designed as a dual-use for motorcycles and in-vehicle. In the Jeep, I mount it directly above the in-dash GPS. Works well at off-road. I also download/install custom maps for off road use. One of the things I like is the ability to download the track history, study elevation changes, and export to Google Maps or Earth if desired.

The ability to track my route is useful. Combined with Basecamp, doing so lets me create routes for future use. There's a wide range of other features I use as well; of value to the beholder.

While pricey, you get what you pay for with these things. For me, the feature set, water resistance, expandable memory, swappable battery, and app/feature set are worth it. Should last me for 10 years.

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Did you get the eTrex 20? If so, Garmin Basecamp with BirdsEye view is what I use on that one. I think it's 30 bucks a year. I've downloaded all I need so I let it expire. The Gaia maps I think were 10 bucks a year, but make sure they will work with your new GPS. I tried the free trial with Gaia but couldn't use all the functions so I just went ahead and bought the subscription.

Yeah I got the etrex 20x it should fit my need for quite a while. sounds like I'm going to need access to a computer to put maps on it. You think a place like REI could load the maps I want for me?


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Yeah I got the etrex 20x it should fit my need for quite a while. sounds like I'm going to need access to a computer to put maps on it. You think a place like REI could load the maps I want for me?


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You have to download Basecamp onto a designated computer. Then plug your GPS into that to get the maps on the device. BirdsEye imaging is the best way to do that with the eTrex20. Here's a link to Basecamp just so you can see how it works. It offers a lot: http://www.garmin.com/en-US/shop/downloads/basecamp
 
aftermarket radios and gps

So I am looking for anew jeep and can't find exactly what I want so I am trying to decide what aftermarket option is best. I am looking at radios I want the 430n but the right jeep doesn't have it. I like the 430 n because I have one now and was able to put a loc pic on it. this means I have hooked up 2front and 1 rear cameras and a lot of other cool stuff.. I have downloaded 200 songs to it and run audio book through the hookup

The radio that comes up the most is the alpine 900r or something like that. My question is for those of you who have gone aftermarket what did you do? why.
and for folks that have the alpine
Does it r any of the aftermarket have hard drives that you could down load music to?
How does it work? Can you run your phone through it?

Could you down load a mapping app like Gaia Topo USA and topo graphic maps to? In dash off road GPS would be awesome.
I really want it odd everything the 430 n does and just as seamlessly . What do you guys recommend?

Any idea I am welcome to them. Thanks
 
Gps??

I’m looking for a new head unit for my 2011 rubicon so that has me thinking about what would be the best GPS system that won’t leave me lost on trails with no service! Any suggestions? IMG_3406.JPG


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I run a Pionner NEX8200 w/ nav. Only use nav when I have no cell service. For off-road, gps app on iPhone.
 
I went with this unit in my wife’s 15 and I’m considering it in mine as well. It uses apple maps or google maps. The car play or android equivalent is great and saves $ versus buying a full gps head unit. It also can use the dm radio app so I’m sure other gos apps can be used with this head unit.IMG_0093.jpg


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I have been using Gaia Gps
app on a mini ipad . Works pretty good :)
I actually downloaded that app a few days ago but have yet to set up an account. Does it contain known trail info or does it just have the ability to track you when off road?
 
I actually downloaded that app a few days ago but have yet to set up an account. Does it contain known trail info or does it just have the ability to track you when off road?
They have some crowd-sourced trails online, but hit and miss. You can import GPS tracks into it from FunTreks (for example), though.

The paid version allows for several different map layers that are helpful. I've used it a few times and like it.

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