Looking for suggestions on a handheld GPS

[FISHON67]

I'm looking for suggestions on what to consider for a handheld GPS.

This will be my first GPS and I know nothing about them. I'm looking for a good all around unit that I can use while out in the boat or out on the dirt bikes. I don't want to buy a cheap one only find that I need to upgrade in six months or a year (been there done that on other things). I would rather spend a little more money and get something that will allow me to use it for a while. From what I’ve seen so far I think I would be willing to spend the extra money and get one with a color screen, but don't know if it's worth while.

All suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

[El-Kabong]

garmin gpsmap 76s is what I have. great unit.

EK

[1pump]

I have the Garmin 76CS, which is the color version of the 76s. It has a big internal memory, so it doesn't need memory cards like some other units.

[wannacatchem]

You may get a better response if you post this on the hunting board

[wthr4d]

make sure when you look at them that the one you buy allows th compass to work at all times. I just bought a close out model a while back and the compass/bearing features only work while you are moving. another thing to check into is the price of the maps!! the one I bought needs additional maps if you want more than just the highways. corvallis is a blank screen on mine. it will cost me $150 to get the maps for the magellan meridian!!

check features and do your research.

Paul

[FISHON67]

You may get a better response if you post this on the hunting board

Good idea, I will also post this in the hunting forum.

Thank you for the responses!

[sunshinefisherman]

Garmin, and the color is worth it. If you are going to use it in the woods, plan on buying the topo software. ($99)