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Old 30-05-07, 05:55 PM   #38
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Default Re: why pay loads for a Satnav!

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Originally Posted by Gmonsta View Post
I am tempted to buy a Tom Tom rider for the Mrs so she can get around easier. She is hopeless with maps.

I quite enjoy the discovery and experience of looking at maps and trying to work out the best routes. If I needed it for getting to places on time it maybe worth it - but I dont usually so not necessary.

I didnt like the Garmin as it didnt give voice instructions and the screen was small - i prefer the Tom Tom because of this. I've also seen the Navman is getting some great reviews - but not sure if there is a biker version available. If anyone has tried this I would be interested in knowing more...
The Nuvi 600 series has:-
  • Widescreen
  • Voice to text
  • Bluetooth to access full phone capabilities - even reads out your text messages to you if you want
  • Small enough to easily fit into a jacket pocket
I alos enjoy map reading, however I have found some cracking roads just by setting the satnav to 'avoid motorways'

However, it is not bike specific so the Tomtom rider might be a better option.
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