Or a good app for my iPhone.

 

You may be able to get away with a phone app where you live, but you had better be sure it will be working when you need it. I constantly run across people who are amazed that my (real) GPS pulls 10 satellites while their phone app has left them lost! No phone will ever beat a satellite-based GPS system. Compare the size of the patch antenna on a Garmin with whatever they put in phones... I put my phone in airplane mode and stick it in a bag when I unload the trailer... nuff said? You should be able to pick up an older Garmin Legend or similar for the money you're looking to spend.

I have had my Garmin for at least the past 10 years, and used it geocaching, snowmobiling, dirt biking, and now it goes with me on the RZR. Best part is you can start building your own track maps with it, and plot where you have been when you get home. I also create maps for my Garmin using Google maps... just have to save them as KML files, and use a free converter (GPS babel) to make Garmin-compatible files.

 

Lowrance or Garmin make excellent GPS Units...

 

Ok great do you have a model number that's recomended

 

HDS-5 Baja Lowrance or the NUVI Garmin...

 

I've been using a Google Nexus 7 tablet with the US Topo Maps app. I have an older model which you can now find on Amazon for $150. The pro version of the app is $1.99.

The tablet has GPS that operates anywhere. You have to download a free map of the area you're visiting in advance over an internet connection. The app allows satellite view of the area as well as the traditional topo map.

 

I use Motion X on Iphone, works great.

 

Be careful of the phone systems, some won't save the map or function without a data connection.

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Are the Iphones GPS apps subject to no cell service in some areas? If so, a true GPS might be the better choice. I used a Garmin Etrex Vista cx for years with a sd card that has all the MI trails on it. Its a great unit but the small screen drove me nuts when bouncing along the trails. Switched to the unit I had in my boat with a larger screen that can be seen no matter the bouncing. I carry the Garmin as a backup.

 

The Iphone has built in GPS. Down load your maps before you go and you are all set. I will agree the small screen tales some getting use to, but I am using an old phone and a free app to get a very cheap and workable GPS system. Plus I can take pictures and store music all on the same device. It might not have all the functions that a Garmin might have but it tells me were I am and how to get back from where I came! For me that is all I am looking for.

 

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/avenza-pdf-maps/id388424049?mt=8

States that have downloadable Motor Vehicle Use Maps use this app to get it onto your device. Once on your device it doesn't require you to have signal service, the GPS function is always on but a big power hog.

There are numerous members who share MotionX files & tracks.

There are numerous help threads for iPhone, iPad mini set-ups(make sure to get the mini with a service provider, not the WIFI only model. You don't have to activate the cell service, but the GPS will be always on)

Terrain/Location section has http://www.rzrforums.net/gps/

 

There is an entire thread about what phoe apps to use on here somewhere.

 

I will probably just buy a garmin. Seem to be reasonable in price.

 

I have a lowrance iWay 500c mounted and works really well. You can find them on ebay for around $100

 

tattoo305,
Not to change the subject but I see you have the same tires I have, did the Dalton clutch make a big difference for you?

 

If you use your smart phone try Polaris atv trails app. It has trails all over the country and with your gps on show right wear you are. If your phone works????

 

I'd recommend a Garmin over Magellen (sp) - simply because there is a lot more people who can help you out with learning it. (Unless of course your friends use Megellan.

For simple stuff - check out Garmin Etrex (the yellow one) - cheap to buy and easy to use. I have that one and a Rhino - so I can track buddies when sledding. But if you want to spend a little more - I also have the Garmin 60CX. I like it because I can transfer the routes/tracks to the 'puter and then view it on Google Earth. Pretty cool to see where were were.

I've also bought a Samsung tab - paired it with Oruxmaps - but am disappointed that I can't get sat images on there anymore.


Good luck.

 

The 60CX is a very nice unit! I wish I could find one for cheap. Even though they have been discontinued for a while, they still pull a premium price no matter where you look.

 

I have a tom tom that I use for directions while driving. Can it be converted to use for trails.

 

Garmin Nuvi 550 does streets and offroad and is water-resistant.

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I have one of those, mine is the nuvi 500. it's great for offroading.
I now use a tablet with gps

 

GARMIN GPS V is waterproof, excellent trails/offroad and good streets. But it's an older model, greyscale screen, and I don't bother with it unless I can program it beforehand while connected to my laptop, easy to use but real PITA to program.

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While outside of your initial price range, I would recommend you check out InReach InReach by Delorme. It is a GPS with two-way Satellite based texting communications that can get your help if needed. The only draw back is you have to pay for the airtime, but Delorme has changed some of the plans to pay-as-you go.

 

Great thread. I have also been looking into a GPS to mount in my RZR. There are so many to choose from... I'm looking for one that is preloaded with offroad trails. Ideally I would like one that is large enough to see while bouncing around. My buddy has a Navi and he has to stop at every fork in the road to see which way to turn.

I'd like to get one that is easy to use and preprogrammed (at least for Arizona trails) and under 1000 buck.

Any help would be appreciated.

 

Cyclometer for iPhone.

 

This has worked very well for us:

All the best, James