Handheld GPS Articles & Videos

• Stocking Stuffers for Weekend Warriors

  A weekend warrior is anyone who devotes a portion of his weekends to hard athletic or physical play. That may include hiking, climbing, cycling, hunting or any other activity that, for a time, lures him from the comforts of home and into th… read more

• Handheld GPS Information

  Handheld GPS units have become a staple in most backcountry recreationists' load out. Small, inexpensive and accurate, these electronic devices can make your journey easier with a bit of knowledge of what they do and how to use them. read more

• How Does a Handheld GPS Work?

  The handheld GPS has become a fixture in many rucksacks for its navigational assistance in remote country. The technology hinges on communications between the portable unit and a satellite system. read more

• How to Use Handheld GPS Units to Measure Acreage

  Determining the acreage of a given outdoor area can be a tough nut to crack, as it requires some precise measurements. Fortunately, most handheld GPS devices have a distance-traveled meter included among their features. This makes it possib… read more

• Garmin Vs. Magellan Handheld GPS

  Garmin and Magellan are two leading hand-held GPS manufacturers. While their basic functions are very similar, they differ in the kinds of features they offer. Which GPS unit you decide to go with will depend on how you intend to use it. read more

• How a Handheld GPS Works

  A handheld Global Positioning System (GPS) device works by using signals from satellites and reference stations on Earth to triangulate a person's location anywhere on Earth. GPS receivers use signals from satellites and provide information… read more

• The Best Handheld GPS Units

  There are a number of excellent handheld GPS devices perfect for taking out in the woods. These GPS units typically have tough cases so you don't have to worry about dropping them, and they are often waterproof. Many of today's GPS units a… read more

• Magellan Vs Garmin Handheld GPS

  Magellan and Garmin are two of the largest manufacturers of Global Positioning System, or GPS, devices in the United States. Both companies design and produce the devices aimed at drivers and outdoor enthusiasts who wish to pinpoint and tra… read more

• How to Use a Handheld GPS Unit

  Global positioning systems (GPS) are popular accessories for cars and boats and can be very helpful when hiking and backpacking. Handheld GPS systems are portable and built for rugged country. Many backcountry hikers have come to appreciate… read more

• The Best GPS Units for Europe

  Whether you're visiting Europe for a short time or plan to be doing extensive travel back and forth between the U.S. and Europe, it is important to get a GPS that can handle both regions of the world. Luckily, many GPS devices today can be… read more

• Which Handheld GPS Is Better: Magellan or Garmin?

  Both Magellan and Garmin are leading handheld GPS manufacturers. Essentially, the two are very similar in terms of waypoints, accuracy and battery life. They differ in that some features are more standard in Garmin than in Magellan and vice… read more

• Affordable Handheld GPS Review

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• How to Choose a Handheld GPS

  Hand held GPS units have exploded onto the scene in the past decade. There are now large numbers of hand held GPS units made by different manufacturers.Along with their lower prices, the units now have increased capabilities and smaller siz… read more

• How to Buy a Handheld GPS System

  Handheld global positioning system (GPS) devices are popular accessories among hikers and backpackers. Satellite maps and orientation decreases the likelihood of getting lost while making it easier to explore unfamiliar territory. But a han… read more

• Best Hiker GPS Units

  Handheld GPS units have come a long way in the past few years, from black-and-white displays with limited graphics, to color touchscreen displays that provide an amazing level of topographic map detail. Here is a list of the most popular ha… read more

• How to Use a Handheld GPS System

  In 1993, navigation changed forever. With the official launch of the new Global Positioning System, navigating to any point on the earth became possible. Equipped with a handheld GPS system, a user can receive accurate information that can… read more

• Handheld GPS Comparison

  GPS technology has evolved a great deal in a short span of time, from the first bulky, inaccurate units to the incredible diversity and usefulness of today's devices. The global positioning system involves 32 satellites installed by the De… read more

• Best Handheld GPS Units

  They're better than a trail of breadcrumbs and make it much easier than navigating with a map and compass (or by the stars). Besides adding an extra level of safety, modern GPS systems make adventuring more fun by including a slew of inform… read more

• Information on Garmin Handheld GPS

  Garmin is a leading manufacturer of handheld GPS receivers. In particular, Garmin has created many features that are great for hikers such as waypoints and tracklogs and wrist-mounted models. read more

• What to Look for in a Handheld GPS

  Hand-held GPS can be found at a variety of price points. While some features such as the paperless geo-caching option are not for everyone, there are other important features to look for that will increase your GPS' accuracy. read more

• The Best Garmin Handheld GPS

  A compact and portable global positioning system (GPS) device can be invaluable to determine your location when simple observation is not effective and assistance is not available. Garmin is one of the leading manufacturers of GPS units, of… read more

• The Attributes of the Garmin Handheld GPS 60 Receiver

  The Garmin 60 GPS receiver is a perfect entry-level model GPS. Despite the fact that the screen is smaller than most GPS screens on the market and it lacks an external memory slot, it has many attributes making it perfect for taking out int… read more

• How to Use the Garmin Handheld GPS 72 Navigator on Land or Water

  The Garmin Handheld GPS 72 Navigator is compact, easy to carry and easy to use on both land and sea. When larger GPS units don't provide the versatility needed to travel through all of your adventures, this can be a useful tool to have. read more

• How to Use a Handheld GPS for Fishing

  Sitting on top of your vehicle dashboard or resting on the center console is a timesaving fishing device---the Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) receiver. If your GPS runs on batteries, it can mark your favorite fishing spots, a timesaver… read more

• The Many Uses of the Garmin Handheld GPS 400I for Outdoors

  You might know Garmin as the company that manufactures copious add-ons for mobile phones. But it also makes handheld global positioning systems, or GPS, that are great for hiking and other adventures. The Garmin Handheld GPS 400i, sometimes… read more

• How to Use a GPS Unit

  A handheld GPS device is an excellent navigational tool for outdoor activities such as hiking, backpacking and climbing. Of course, GPS won't do you much good if you don't know how to use it. Whether you have a basic tracking GPS or a more… read more