(Part 2) Best gps, finders & accessories according to redditors
We found 1,517 Reddit comments discussing the best gps, finders & accessories. We ranked the 564 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
My dad and brother hunt in remote areas a lot and they both swear by this - Garmin inReach Mini, Lightweight Compact Handheld Satellite Communicator, Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CR7PL54/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_oS52BbNZ32RYC
Gives mom some peace of mind because she can check in and gives them peace of mind they can signal an emergency if needed. Good for your kid because they can’t call china!
A few more ideas :
I would suggest having a battery-powered FM radio (and extra batteries if it's battery powered, or get one which charges via USB like the one I linked) to listen to the news and get vital information.
Also (if not too late), order a sawyer mini (best) or lifestraw (not as good). If you don't have access to clean water it can help you stay healthy (beware of chemical contamination which cannot be removed by these).
If you have the money, get a Garmin inReach satellite communicator (requires a (relatively cheap) subscription, down to $15ish a month). You can request SOS (much like 911), and send/receive SMS and e-mails, even without cell coverage. Excellent to keep in touch with relatives and in case of emergency. Can be used year-round when hiking, snow-mobile, skiing, ... Don't tell anyone you have this...
Download the offline map of your area on Google Maps on your phone beforehand. Can be priceless to navigate around and doesn't require internet access. Also get the Maps.Me app and download the map of your area too. Google Maps offline maps will expire and disappear from your phone after 30 days (I believe), Maps.Me maps will not.
If the cell service in your area is out of order, use your phone in airplane mode so that it doesn't continuously and desperately looks for a cell to connect to, which will drain the battery VERY quickly. Also use it on the lowest practical brightness setting to save battery power.
If not too late, get big USB power banks (>=10000mAh such as this one) and fully charge them beforehand. It's good as barter items and it can be nice to recharge your things when you have no access to a generator (on the go, or if you don't want to run the generator to avoid attracting attention). You can also get USB lights (this one for instance) and your powerbank doubles as a flashlight with a very long battery life.
Get a first aid kit, and not just one with bandaids... Get a CAT tourniquet, trauma dressing, Celox (preferred) or QuikClot bandage, triangular bandage, SAM splint, ... and know how to use them. Also get the basic medecines (stomach/diarrhea relief, basic painkillers, anti-allergy, and any prescription medecine if you require any). Remember 911 service may be unavailable for some time and you need to be able to take care of injuries. Tourniquets save lives, everyone should have one readily available.
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I am a radio amateur and in these situations I like to have one or two portable radio for two-way communication but I realize it is not for everybody. Still, a pair of FRS/GMRS radio can be helpful. Please note that GMRS requires a (cheap) license in the USA. I would recommend this model which also allows to be used as a scanner and to program the NOAA weather frequencies (do it beforehand) and some local police/EMS/fire frequencies (if allowed in your juridiction).
Please DO NOT use a radio made for amateur radio use, where you can transmit on any frequency, such as the UV-5R; you may interfere with emergency communications, even if you can't hear them, miles away. Please stick to the FRS/GMRS frequencies. The radio above guarantees safe operation and still allows to be used as a scanner.
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Take pictures of all your important documents (ID, properties, ...) and store them in a waterproof plastic bag. Try to keep at least your passport and driver license with you during the storm...
If you have a sump pump, try to arrange so that it can be battery powered and/or connected to your generator. If using battery power, get a battery charger and/or a generator connection, if the outage lasts and the battery runs down. Sometimes homes are not affected by the main storm but are flooded due to the lack of power around the storm and are still ruined, and that's totally preventable.
Also, beforehand, depending of the situation you might want to BLOCK your main sewage pipe. This way you might avoid sewage backflow into your home. There are normally valves already installed but in case of serious flooding (high backpressure) they sometimes are not up to the task.
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Download a few offline movies on the Netflix app (if you have Netflix). I never lived though a hurricane but I assume after a few days/weeks, you might want some entertainment. You can also download e-books. Bonus if it's survival-related e-books.
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Hope this helps... good luck to those affected
PS: oooo, thank you stranger for the gold, I think I never had one before ! Happy prepping :)
$20 for one of them.
If you want your Tile system to help you find your keys, your remote, your wallet and your bag, you have to dish out $60 a year.
This system is $50 and comes with 6 receivers: 3 key-rings, and 3 stickers. The batteries are difficult to replace, but that's still far better than them being literally impossible to replace.
First off, this sounds extremely risky and if you were someone I knew I would heavily recommend against this, especially if you are going alone.
But if you are really set out on this then here are some thoughts to consider.
Invest in some form of personal defence, and train with it so you develop familiarity and reaction with it. Not trying it once, but to regularly train with your preferred defence mechanism. You would most likely be overpowered by your adversary, so stick with mace, knives, and guns. Learn how to fight with them from a professional.
Second, establish a schedule with a second agent so they know when you will leave and when you should be returning. Set up scheduled wellness calls. In the event you should miss any of these check ins, your agent will be able to send in the alert or come to your assistance in the event that you are incapacitated. Also tell the location and individual you will be meeting with to your agent. If you want to preserve privacy until worst case scenario, put the info in a sealed letter. Your agent doesn't have to be in the area, just alert about your situation and able to send assistance if necessary.
If you want to spend money, you can buy a Spot Device for under $300. Which allows you to send all clear and emergency signals to a designated email, which could be a way to implement the communications with a secondary agent in a discrete way. It has satellite tracking and can alert 911 as well.
Lastly, make sure your situational awareness is up to snuff. Trust your gut, and never trust anyone wholeheartedly. See who else is there, make sure you go during the day, have clear line of sight, know where the exits are, know where everyone is, make sure your contact doesn't get to close, always now where your defence mechanism is and make sure you've practised drawing it from your normal clothes.
Godspeed.
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Foretrex-401-Waterproof-Hiking/dp/B002EOSQII
I got mine at REI for around $125. There are newer ones that go for $600, But that is only if you are SUPER OPERATOR HOOAH.
I mean, the real moral of this (probably fake) story is that you shouldn't go off in the woods without some kind of emergency sat contact. Garmin makes several models, and I highly recommend it for anyone who is planning on going camping or hiking in remote areas. It's well worth the expense, IMO.
Bag she wants - $38.99
No more losing keys - $39.95
Primer - $17.85
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$96.39 is prettyyy close.
A ham radio might not reach anyone depending upon how 'way back' you are.
Better is a "PLB". Personal Locator Beacon that sends your position up to a satellite. Caution - this is not to be used lightly as it really does call out the cavalry. But, if you're way back in the boonies and get hurt or something, you're going to need some help.
I fly a small plane over rugged areas. It has a full-plane parachute, and I'd almost certainly survive a ditching should the engine die. But, then what? So, I have a PLB like this:
https://www.amazon.com/ACR-PLB-375-ResQLink-Personal-Locating/dp/B006JXY0CQ/
$250 bucks, but if you need it, it will be the best $250. No service plan or any other cost after buying it.
See also Delorme for PLBs. For extra bucks, these can do simple text messaging.
Cheaper is a SPOT, but they require subscription plans:
https://www.amazon.com/SPOT-Inc-SPOT-1-Personal-Tracker/dp/B000YTZV74
Make an all purpose travelpi.
Get a PI3, load it up with raspbian or your preferred OS and throw it together with this Screen and case combo. Add some heatsinks to keep it cool, put emulation station on there for all the downtime gaming action you could ask for. Then have some fun playing with accessories. Here's a bluetooth vehicle diagnostics monitor you can use with pyOBD to monitor any 96 and up vehicle to check gas mileage and check error codes. Here's a GPS module for logging miles and checking locations and for the times you just absolutely must get wifi no matter what heres an adapter and antenna that will reach out and touch someone in the next country.
Edit: game pads
I second the Garmin Forerunner, although I just have the Garmin Forerunner 10
If you're really paranoid, you can always buy a Spot Tracker.
If this isn't acceptable here...Mods feel free to delete or recommend a better place.
I have a SPOT Satellite GPS messenger that I received as a gift like 5 years ago...I've never used it. I opened the package and some of the inside packaging has been removed, but other than that is all intact.
I'm just never going to use it and thought someone else might want it. I'm giving it away for free...but if you are able to cover shipping cost that would be great. If no one offers to cover shipping, I will just pay for it and give it to whoever replies first...better than throwing it away!!
I'm pretty sure it's this one https://www.amazon.com/SPOT-Satellite-Messenger-Orange-Black/dp/B002PHRDO2
note: I think these do require a subscription online to get the most use of.
Yeah, I read your other link. She was an experienced through-hiker, so she
had to haveprobably had the Ten Essentials, including map and compass? A little GPS like I linked weighs about 5 oz. Through hikers are famous for stripping their gear down gram by gram. Probably couldn't justify the weight even if it was about equal to her cell phone, which she did have.Well-monied but weight-conscious through hikers should probably start leaving their cell phones at home, in favor of something like an inReach to stay in touch with family back home. 6.7 oz. That's what the local Forest Service volunteer society here recommends. I have a PLB, but they told us those are less useful to SAR because you can't tell them whether you have a broken leg or hypothermia or heart attack etc., just "here I am, help!"
I have used the AMOD GPS Logger and as long as my camera time is accurate merging the log to the images is easy.
If you have an iPhone GPSTrack (about 2 dollars), is a good choice as well. I still use the external logger just because it saves the battery life on my phone and when I hang it off my backpack it is very accurate.
He's a member on here too: https://www.reddit.com/user/FrozenBananaStand
I know this doesn't help in the present, but I always have one of these with me when flying these days. Would allow me to send an SOS in areas with no phone coverage with my exact coordinates. Worth considering for anyone in this community.
Surround it with a Faraday.
https://www.amazon.com/Mission-Darkness-Non-Window-Faraday-Phones/dp/B01A7MACL2/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=faraday+bag&qid=1574158867&sr=8-4
Stratux is good enough for a student starting off, that doesn't own a plane. My instructor has a Sentry and we have gotten 2 false alarms for Carbon Monoxide which we acted on. And in the past 3 weeks it's been turning off mid flight. So now my instructor has just been connecting to my Stratux and keeping his Sentry off and only using it in case the stratux acts odd.
My recommendation are these with it:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CJG2ZYM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EROIUEW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and you will have to use something like makexyz to print a suction cup mounted antenna holder.
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1720290
SuctioncupmountVK162only.STL
makexyz.com
you'll need to get it made with ABS & make sure you select 100% infill.
you can find suction cups that fit it at Lowes, but not home depot or staples. I tried both.
the advantage of the external GPS is you keep the unit out of the direct sunlight, and way better reception. To use the external GPS you'll have to unplug the internal GPS, if you use that USB extender. It will just stick out of the case through the provided hole.
I had two internal GPS's perform very poorly. I have one of them sitting on my desk right now. It's the Stratux GPYes 2.0.
The internal GPS would never get better than 10M accuracy, but on 5 straight flights the best it was connecting was 100+M accuracy.
With the external GPS I've been getting 3M accuracy at the worst.
I did have it lose connection the other day, which resulted in me having to assign a new static IP and then it started working.
The advantage of the static IP with the Stratux is your device iphone, ipad, etc will keep its LTE data connection active if it has one. If you use the automatic IP option you'll lose LTE, which sucks for sitting on the ground.
Let me know if you need any more info.
My daughter keeps losing her car keys and phone. Got her one of these
So far so good.
I've seen Faraday bags (like in the link) before, and I got to test it by putting my phone in and having my friend call me, but it never got through. Upon pulling my phone back out, I watched it climb back up to full bars from no service. I'm not recommending the bag I linked in particular (just using it as an example), but I CAN attest that they seem to work! You could probably also build your own, too!
I'm definitely wondering how it works though, because I thought Faraday cages had to be grounded, and the bag was resting on a seemingly non-conductive table when I tried to have it receive a call.
In regards to the fifth point exists the Spot for under $100, it's an awesome tool if you're an outdoorsman!
Emergency Locater Beacon. This one is popular;
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Spot2-Personal-Tracker-Satellite-Messenger/dp/B002PHRDO2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1393773011&sr=8-1&keywords=spot+tracker
I added GPS to my Stratux for < $20. Works perfectly with my non-GPS iPad.
https://www.amazon.com/Stratux-GPYes-2-0-u-blox-unit/dp/B0716BK5NT
Rest and proper training are key.
Like the other commenter suggested, a HR monitor will give you more information about your output. I use a Garmin Fenix 3 HR and the data gives me a great look at my effort levels during rides. It also helps me maintain certain HR zones so I don't over-ride on easy days. I was guilty of riding too hard, too often in previous years.
At the end of last year, I purchased "Prepare to Pin It" from Lee Likes Bikes. Following his suggested training regimen has significantly increased my climbing endurance. Which also helps on the descents because I'm not completely wasted, and can properly send it with strong legs and lungs.
What I do (assuming I'm doing an adventure trip, and not just seeing Rome or something) is activate on month with a Delorme InReach satellite tracker/text-messenger. It's ~$200 for the device and then around ~$40/month but if you want them to know where you were kidnapped in the desert of Africa I think it's your only real choice (or a satellite phone which is more expensive)
https://www.amazon.com/Delorme-AG-009871-201-DeLorme-inReach-SE/dp/B00BX7TJ2O/
So , just in case you don't have access to a 3d printer, you can use this: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00DPUWXYI/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1977604522&amp;pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&amp;pf_rd_t=201&amp;pf_rd_i=B009P3MOF2&amp;pf_rd_m=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&amp;pf_rd_r=BH3GQEAZ1HA5HH4W7BEB
I got it, sanded/filed off the garmin 605/705 attachment things and then took some 3M tape to stick it to a phone case. I've seen other methods where you can epoxy it but I just decided to tape it since it's just a zwift setup.
Can’t speak 4 a JK, but this Ram Mount System works awesome in my ‘06 TJ.
RAM Mounts (RAM-B-166-UN10U) Twist Lock Suction Cup Mount with Universal X-Grip Iv Large Phone/Phablet Holder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DI2W24O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_sj9gDb5ZV0SH7
They have piles of different “Brackets” and mounting options to sort through in order to find the right fitment for your JK, but I’ve had zero problems with mine. Once summer hits the doors generally stay off until winter, which meant I needed an option that would be both strong and reliable, haven’t had any issues for 2 years..🤞🏼
(Sidebar; look for the optional rubber “tether” to add some security for those “doors off type of days”... mine has never fallen out, but better to be safe than sorry) hope this is at least a good starting point.! Good luck!!🤙🏼🍻
Just bought a wrist GPS. Garmin 401 Foretrex. It had the best ratings on Amazon. I love it. http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Foretrex-401-Waterproof-Hiking/dp/B002EOSQII/
I use it every time I go out now, it's very cool taking whatever route you want and at the end knowing exactly how far you went, being able to actually see the route you took, average moving speed, total moving time, etc.
It does so much cool stuff. Elevation logging, speed, compass, time of course, even has features for HALO/HAHO jumping (parachuting). Badass piece of equipment and like I said it has the absolute best ratings on Amazon in the handheld GPS section. Enjoy.
edit: And it's an addon but it plugs right on in for the heart-rate monitor, you just need the strap. I think it's on that same page i linked to above under the "Also purchased by" or whatever
Most connect to a smartphone via bluetooth now, but check our DCRainmaker for GPS reviews and comparisons. Probably something like this though
I carry a Delorme InReach (you might be able to find it cheaper elsewhere) because I usually am solo. You might opt for a more traditional PLB (I recommend the ResQLink), but for me the benefits of two-way communication outweighed the benefits of the 406MHz beacon.
I don't carry a gun and personally I think you'd be silly to. Honestly, I and a lot of hikers I know would feel pretty uncomfortable around a hiker who feels the need to carry one. You are so unlikely to end up in a situation where you will need a gun in the wilderness. The most I've carried is bear spray in grizzly country.
If you really want to protect yourself from actual dangers you might encounter instead of imagined ones, learn about lightening safety, take a first aid class, learn to identify which plants to avoid in your area, tell people your itinerary before you leave, and make sure you always have the 10 essentials with you Edit: and know how to use a map and compass and practice using them even if you carry a gps with you. The biggest danger to you in the wilderness isn't other people or animals or anything like that. It's you. Be knowledgeable and hike smart and you'll likely stay safe.
One of the points I bring up related to that is that some of the 9/11 terrorists also disabled the transceiver from the cockpit so this is not the first time this has happened. I think like MH370 it was also a 777.
It would have been known in the industry that it was possible to disable the transceivers from the cockpit. If someone hijacks a plane its obvious they would have access to the cockpit.
You can buy GPS beacons online for $90. Many hikers and people who tour the country on motorcycles use them for safety. It would have been possible to have a GPS beacon on the plane that cannot be disabled from the cockpit that pings its location to a satellite for under a couple hundred dollars.
We are talking about a 777 that costs millions of dollars and is one of the most sophisticated aircraft in the sky. In a post 9/11 world where TSA has to take my shoes off to inspect them before I can get on a plane how is it possible they don't have a GPS beacon on planes yet that can't be disabled from the cockpit? (ie, can only be disabled from outside the plane or something)
This is an inexcusable oversight to the extent that it should be considered actual criminal negligence.
I'm thinking about getting one of these for when someone leaves their phone.
https://www.amazon.com/Mission-Darkness-Non-Window-Faraday-Phones/dp/B01A7MACL2
Amazon too!
Here is what I bought & some suggestions. I am working on my checkride now, so I don't have my PPL yet, but for what it is worth:
http://www.asa2fly.com/Test-Prep-2017-Private-Pilot-P3493C22.aspx
I have heard that XPlane is better, but that is another subject...I also invested in a sim plane that is nearly identical to the C172 that I use for training. The reason I mention this is that a flight sim is not good for teaching you to fly, but it is good for helping you to remember procedures and working with some NAV instruments (VOR, GPS). I run through emergency procedures in the sim and that seems to help me too.
GPS:
https://bad-elf.com/collections/bluetooth-gps/products/be-gps-2200
Mount:
https://www.amazon.com/ARKON-BT010-Windshield-Transponders-Bluetooth/dp/B000FGI9R0/ref=sr_1_23?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1498622046&amp;sr=8-23&amp;keywords=suction+mount
https://www.cloudahoy.com/
http://www.sportys.com/pilotshop/pilot-s-flight-logbook-and-record.html
Hope this helps you and best of luck in your training!
If you frequently go backpacking I'd consider getting a gps other than your phone. You can find them for fairly inexpensive given that they could save your life. I have a Garmin eTrex 20x lots of free maps online that can easily be added to it with expandable storage its just about all you'll ever need in terms of maps. Some of the maps available are routable so it makes sure you don't hike way out of the way from missing a sign, a mistake I know all too well.
I use a Fenix and it's super nice. Compass, 10 digit MGRS and nav capabilities. Supposedly I can add some minimal map imagery to it but I've never tried. It's not a cheap watch but I fucking love it.
They are 80$ off on amazon right now. Here's a link. Good luck on your search!
Edit: Grammar.
Looks to be a Garmin Foretrex. I've got an older model, and unless they've made some changes it's not remotely accessible.
Been thinking about getting a few of these -> Mission Darkness Non-Window Faraday Bag for Phones - Device Shielding for Law Enforcement, Military, Executive Privacy, Travel & Data Security, Anti-hacking & Anti-tracking Assurance https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A7MACL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TPF.AbDJB66DF
/r/stratux is a great place to start for software and general Stratux questions.
On the hardware side, I used a Raspberry Pi 3, this battery, these antennas, this GPS receiver, and this cooling fan. The STL can be found here.
Check out Ram Mounts, they offer highly modular and rock solid mounts for phones/tablets, would be perfect for this kind of application. I use this one in my car:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DI2W24O
Add an extra arm or two and a clamp-style mount/wall mount to replace the suction cup and you'd be all set.
Anyone have the dimensions for the switch handy? I'm wondering if the large phone/phablet clamp I have is big enough for the console. I'm sure it can take the weight.
I just bought my first running watch, the Garmin Forerunner 225 and am very happy with it so far. It has livetrack but I haven't tried it since I bought mainly to run without my phone.
I got the refurb on Amazon for $130 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G7JWRPS
Edit: NewEgg has the 235 on sale for $240 - https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIABMT4HR2743
It won't help with losing as much as misplacing, but I always misplace my keys and wallet and it takes me forever to find them. I got this not too long ago and it is so amazing. It's more of a "Where in the house is my shit?" solution, but it's already paid for itself as far as I'm concerned.
Something like this?
I've never bought a geotagger but AFAIK you just carry that thing with you and it constantly tracks your location into a file. You then use included software to sync your location with your photos based on the time they were taken. It's pretty important that your clock is set right for obvious reasons. You'll still be off by a bit, but you can just enter an offset in whatever software you use.
As per here:
>Using a watch with recording, internet, or communication capabilities.
And according to here your watch has the feature of
>WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY- Utilize one or more Wi-Fi hot spots to automatically sync your data with Garmin Connect and update software (when in range)
So no.
Get a RAM ball to replace one of your yoke screws
Motorcycle M8 Bolt Handlebar Clamp Mounting 2.5 cm Ball https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B005J43I56/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qSIkDb3P1GVTY
Then a standard RAM arm
RAM Mounts UNPKD RAM DOUBLE SOCKET ARM, 1" BALL, RAM-B-201U (1 BALL) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000UGZTQO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JTIkDb1RH70QX
Then a case (plenty to choose from)
Universal Waterproof/Weather Proof GPS SatNav Case with RAM 1inch Ball Fitting for RAM Mounts (SKU 6525) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B003CG2KAM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UWIkDb0W253MZ
I had this setup on my Honda Deauville, works great.
>I personally prefer Cube. (Non-affiliate link for lazy.)
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>Tile is popular, but last I checked, does NOT have replaceable batteries which is 100% stupid planned obsolescence.
If you're not using one already, definitely check out spot gps. Two major benefits on it, emergency help if needed to an exact location and you can keep track of where you're going while showing it on a map in realtime. Be safe down in Mexico!
Since I already had one of these on my bike, I got one of these, cut and filed the unnecessary parts and glued it to a case for my phone using one of these
I bought a toll transponder suction cup mount when we rented a vehicle while on vacation. I bought some double sided mounting tape and adhered the dash cam mount to the suction cup mount. Worked great.
ARKON BT010 Windshield Suction Mount for EZ Pass Toll Transponders Bluetooth GPS Receivers and Radar Detectors https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FGI9R0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iLIsDb43H0T9S
Garmin foretrex.
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Foretrex-401-Waterproof-Hiking/dp/B002EOSQII
https://www.doubletakemirror.com/
https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/double-take-replacement-adventure-mirror-p
https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/double-take-replacement-enduro-mirror-p
with Ram Mount Long Double Socket Arm for 1-Inch Ball Bases
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WJA5ZY
or Ram Mount Double Socket Arm for 1-Inch Ball Bases RAM-B-201U
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UGZTQO
and Ram Mount Rail Base with Stainless Steel U-Bolt and 1-Inch Ball for Rails from 0.5 to 1 Inches Diameter
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002AQV51A
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Lots of reviews on youtube
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=doubletake+mirror&sp=CAI%253D
You can buy Fararday bags on Amazon for $20...this isnt rocket science.
https://www.amazon.com/Mission-Darkness-Non-Window-Faraday-Phones/dp/B01A7MACL2
Rafting can be risky. I'd order one of these instead. But then I've always been a lazy bastard...
I'm using this my axon has a beefy case, this works really well for me, I can take it off the suction cup and attach it to a different mount on my bike. There's virtually no chance of it coming out unintentionally. Quality mount with a price that reflects it. (If you're considering it check around for a better price, it won't be much of a difference but still) I got mine for 45)
I have a Garmin FR 225, and it does that. They can be had for for $129 on Amazon
Whatever you get make sure you either buy or it comes with the tether
RAM Mounts are extremely solid, but the tether adds an extra layer of security and have saved my phone once or twice
I use a Delorme InReach SE with a monthly plan. I cancel the plan over the winter, and pay $15 a month for a safety plan over the summer.
https://www.amazon.com/Delorme-AG-009871-201-DeLorme-inReach-SE/dp/B00BX7TJ2O
It appears to be on American Amazon, but under a different name and the reviews aren't as kind:
http://www.amazon.com/Remote-Wireless-Locator-Transmitter-Receivers/dp/B007IPSXFO/ref=pd_sim_e_3?ie=UTF8&amp;refRID=088TA6GGFFFP0MF78817
Judging by the reviews, there appear to be two main issues: the finder goes off randomly which can be really annoying and some of the units within a set simply don't work.
This one seems to have much better reviews but the range is limited to about 15 feet. Still helpful though: http://www.amazon.com/Click-Receivers-Wireless-Keyfinder-Batteries/dp/B009JJKZSK/ref=pd_sim_auto_1?ie=UTF8&amp;refRID=1EZ41XXXWBDWT3H1ZTTF
Hope that helps!
I have the Garmin etrex 20. It uses 2 double a batteries and runs for days on them. Don't have to worry about running down your phone.
http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-010-01508-00-eTrex-20x/dp/B00XQE6ZFG
It is a bit of a pain in the ass but there are tons of free maps you can load onto them.
http://www.gpsfiledepot.com/maps/state/all
There a few little bits and bobs you can find like this guy, but you may have to file the other side flat. The other, probably better option would be to buy a QuadLock case on clearance. They're pricy for new phones but I bet you can buy a 5s one for 20 bucks on eBay or somewhere. I think they make sticky things too
Here's just the rubber piece you can buy by itself. It's $7.95.
http://www.amazon.com/RAM-Mount-Tether-X-Grip-Holders/dp/B017STCELI/ref=pd_sim_107_3?ie=UTF8&amp;dpID=41g-eyUCxzL&amp;dpSrc=sims&amp;preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&amp;refRID=040A92NH8YBGH720VYNV
I rent a lot of planes, so I integrated the survival bag into the flight bag. Now it just comes with me everywhere. Here's what I have:
It all fits in a small pocket in my pack, and gives me everything I need. I can communicate with other airplanes or rescuers. I can treat life threatening injuries. I can remain warm and build a shelter if needed. And I can tell precisely where I am, which I can communicate to my rescuers.
That's the bare minimum basics. If I owned an airplane I'm sure I'd cram more into a dedicated kit, but since I'm only doing short day trips I don't anticipate being very far from civilization.
Here's the first thing you do: buy a Faraday bag and put your phone in that thing whenever you don't want to be bothered. A couple of my friends in netsec swear by them when on vacation.
I've had good results with these GPYes modules that are put out by the Stratux folks. They even work with uCenter, so they might be real. https://www.amazon.com/Stratux-GPYes-2-0-u-blox-unit/dp/B0716BK5NT
Ram X-grip (stem mount) with wireless charging.
imgur
I also highly recommend a tether. My phone's otterbox saved my phone from the ground at 90mph but I wouldn't want to test it again.
I think a SPOT may fit the bill.
I've been using one of the ram mount phablet holders w/ suction cup base, this one: http://www.amazon.com/RAM-B-166-UN10U-Suction-Mount-Universal-Phablet/dp/B00DI2W24O
It's a bit bulky, and it's kind of a pain to get the phone in (you'll very likely need to use two hands), but it's rock solid, grips far more securely than anything else I've tried. And it doesn't prevent access to any buttons or ports - power, volume, even the fingerprint reader remains accessible. Could be a decent option for those of us with bluetooth-enabled cars or if you mostly use the 6P's built-in speakerphone.
Ohh, garmin etrex 20. Runs for days of 2 AA batteries.
https://www.amazon.ca/Garmin-eTrex-Worldwide-Handheld-Navigator/dp/B00XQE6ZFG
It's a RAM mount w/1" ball
RAM Mounts RAM 3.3in. Diameter Suction Cup Twist Lock Base with 1in. Ball RAM-B-224-1U https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008JGZMZK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_qpcgybJWEC745
And a double standard need ram ball arm
Ram Mount Double Socket Arm for 1-Inch Ball Bases RAM-B-201U https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UGZTQO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BqcgybYB85QDM
Th y make shorter and longer arms too
Metal materials scatter and reflect radio frequencies (like Wi-Fi, bluetooth, analog radio & television, GPS, radar, etc.). Since your GPS antenna is inside the aluminum case, it is not going to receive very much signal, and the signal it will receive won't be very good quality.
If you want to keep the metal case you could get the external GPS antenna:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EROIUEW
Or, you could buy the plastic case as you mentioned. I have the plastic case for my Stratux and it's definitely a lot sturdier than it looks!
I'd say that's a good choice.
On my 520, I have nothing positive to say about guidance. I have followed the DCRainmaker guide, got the routes loaded.. etc. It sucks.
If I don't follow the route EXACTYLY, my 520 will complain that I'm off course, but not tell me how to get back at all. It's just a frustrating experience.
Instead, I put a mount for my phone on my stem (520 has an out-front) and when I want to see where I'm going, I open up google maps when necessary. After riding a route a couple times, No navigating is necessary.
Btw, my stem mount was easily made by taking an extra Garmin mount that came with my 520 Kit and putting it on my stem. I then ordered an Sram garmin GPS quick mount, dremeled off the top side, and stuck it to an old phone case.. CHEAP and very secure mount!
Amazon link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DPUWXYI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Is it safe to stick the camera on the black dots? Will it damage the black dots if I try to take the camera off?
I have a leased car, so I'm weary of using the sticky pad. I also got a suction mount like this just in case - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGI9R0
I'm a ibt concerned it might shake too much though.
The VK-162 is the recommended external GPS.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EROIUEW
It has a magnet in the base that can be removed by peeling off a sticker so keep that in mind if it causes issues with your compass.
If you had this, at least your phone would have survived.
Check out the reviews on DCrainmaker. The Garmin FR10 is a good entry-level GPS watch for about $130.
Something as simple as this would suffice and you could just hook it somewhere inside your PC where somebody might not bother looking. Like under the motherboard attached to one of the standoffs.
And yet, you can get the Fenix 3 for HR for $299 from Amazon
But. For some, I guess, the Fenix 5 is worth it. Personally, I am tempted to buy a spare Fenix 3 due to the cost difference.
This is only data I’ve collected; there’s no reference to USGS DEMs or anything like that.
Gory details:
I like walking and carry one of these loggers pretty much everywhere. I dump it into a postgres database with 3 million rows so far.
To make this visualization, I wrote a stupid little python script that just generates a bunch of
"select avg(ele) from points where lat &lt;= %s"..., colorizes them (one loop of the color wheel per 128 meters) and uses PIL to draw an image. For the big one, this was 4 million queries and took about half an hour. It’s not clever, but it’s effective.Polar now supports Strava sync in their PolarFlow app, but it took a long time to get it. Polar has a history of promising something and then dragging their feet on releasing it. If it works, which sometimes it doesn't. I think it took a year to get phone integration done correctly on the M400, and even then it doesn't play well with Android. I would encourage you to look at the user discussion (especially the bottom where the most recent replies are) on DCR's review of the M400. It's just not the value it was when it was released.
Here is a link to a refurb 225 that comes with a 1yr warranty from Garmin, and has an optical HRM on the back of the watch so no extra straps/etc to get and it's not that much more than the Polar. Something to think about, maybe?
I'm not sure, but I believe I saw a 2 GB memory card with built in GPS that you can use in the camera you already own. Not sure if that's possible, but that's what I thought I saw.
Edit: A quick google search pulls up nothing, but there are a number of devices for less than $100 which you can buy to gather GPS data. Keep them in your pocket and make sure the times are the same on your camera and the device, and when you get home you can link the data.
PS. Watch out for this one, it doesn't seem to be Mac compatible, despite the company's claims.
If you’re even close to half-serious, only fancier, more expensive models have a barometric altimeter. Plenty get the data just fine using GPS.
For reference, neither the Amazon’s Choice $80 Garmin ETrex 10 nor its $150 upgraded 20x model have barometers. To get one, you have to get the even more premium 30x model, which MSRPs for $300.
Garmin Foretrex 401.
It's not super cheap, but it has USB data logging, ANT+ sensor interface, GPS obviously, magnetic compass and real barometer (as well as altitude from GPS) so it's pretty full featured.
I like that it gives map references, so you can use it for navigation either with uploaded waypoints or in conjunction with a map; or to tell the emergency services where in the mountain wilderness to find you when you fall off and break your leg. ;)
Bracket wraps around the bar and cable ties, and works like an 'artificial wrist'. Works a treat.
http://www.amazon.com/RAM-Mount-Tether-X-Grip-Holders/dp/B017STCELI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1459284302&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=Ram+mount+x+grip+tether
any experience with this shielded gps unit (GPyes: https://www.amazon.com/Stratux-GPYes-u-blox-GPS-unit/dp/B0716BK5NT/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1496870371&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=stratux) ??
You could consider gifting her membership of Audible. It is free for 30 days and then
it costs $14.95 per month. Every month you can get one audio book.
Another option is a wireless key finder like one below:
https://www.amazon.com/Click-F6-Receivers-Wireless-Locator/dp/B009JJKZSK
This is the one I borrowed: SPOT Personal Tracker https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YTZV74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_cTD6BbBC7WYA1
My theory is it couldn't connect through the Mooney's steel cage (handheld radios suffered the same fate).
Key Locator
They have these! Tell him to get himself one and quit losing his shit!
VK162 $10.34 Free shipping 51.70
Purchased 5 of them. Working Perfect
GPYes 14.99 free shipping $74.95
Startux(gets them from China) just put labels of them it appears.
saved me $23.25
I second this one. I got one based on a few Redditor's recommendations and it's solid, and is very... positionable, if you know what I mean.
The linked item is just the phablet grip. You'll also need one of these (though they come in a few different lengths. This is the medium one, it seems) and the suction mount. There's a couple suction mount options, but I know this one is solid and easy to put in place. I don't have experience with the other one.
This MP3 player: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-NWZW262MEB-Walkman-MP3-Player/dp/B005EQS9HG
And this GPS watch: http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Forerunner-GPS-Watch-Black/dp/B0090C7A5M/
78s is a 62s, they even share the same exact firmware update. Only difference is cosmetic. But I agree, the GPSMAP series have a great rep.
Tetracove: Yea, in USD. Etrex 20x is discontinued, replaced by the Etrex 22x. You could have gotten the 30x even in your currency for just a fraction more.
Current amazon prices.. But you can get cheaper on other sites.
Etrex 20x
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-010-01508-00-eTrex-20x/dp/B00XQE6ZFG/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=etrex+30x&qid=1571795353&sr=8-4
Etrex 30x
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-eTrex-010-01508-10-Handheld-Navigator/dp/B00XQE6Z92/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=etrex+30x&qid=1571795436&sr=8-2
I just toss my AMOD AGL3080 gps data logger in one of my back pockets when I ride. Mine takes AAA batteries, so you can throw a fresh set in immediately when the others run out of juice. Battery life is at least 12 hours with the rechargable batteries I use. And it's only $70.
Downsides:
http://www.amazon.com/AGL3080-Logger-Windows-Software-included/dp/B000WO6HJW/ref=pd_cp_e_0
Just confirming, this is the one I have:
https://www.amazon.com/DeLorme-inReach-SE-Satellite-Tracker/dp/B00BX7TJ2O
Basically, if I push down somewhat hard (not even 'that' hard) with the lock engaged, it gets pushed a little to the side and then the SOS button can activate.
That's great that yours doesn't do that, who knows... maybe a common manufacturing defect?
I've always been a fan of the RAM mount:
Amazon Link
No, I believe it does time, distance and pace. Here's the product description from Amazon.
Same reduced price in a bunch of other places (Amazon, B&H, etc.) too.
Reason: new Fenix models likely to be introduced early next year...
> * https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGI9R0/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B000FGI9R0&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dacata-20 - Affiliated link
vs
So the way it was explained to me, ?ie=UTF8 or simply after the question mark is an indication that it is an affiliated link. - I did not setup auto moderator.
Edit: I don't know so much about mod type things, I mostly do advice, and clear out the spam/report folder.
These are the three pieces I bought. You can pick different arm lengths, depending on where you think you will be placing it:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012TWRAO/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UGZTQO/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055PH0XA/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
How would you say those GPSr's you mentioned compare to this? I know it's fairly basic, but it seems to have what I need. Plus it's wrist-mounted so my hands would be free when using it.
Sorry if the formatting is wonky, I'm doing this all from my phone.
Tablet holster
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004VBMNA4
Ball joint for holster
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002KO5XVU
Socket arm
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000UGZTQO
Ball joint with male 1/4 inch 20 thread
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0059X0YIQ
Good luck!!
Don't change yourself to ward off the shitty comments from people ragging on you. Find your solutions to make your life easier for yourself.
Case in point: I make TONS of impulse purchases. And a lot of it I never use. The best stuff is things that are passively available.
I had been wanting one of those "Tile" key fobs I'd been seeing around. Too expensive. Cyber Monday this year I got this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014LBW3TY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1472965309&amp;sr=1-1&amp;pi=SY200_QL40&amp;keywords=cube&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41P6AJrSYPL&amp;ref=plSrch
My wife rolled her eyes. Once. Then I lost my keys when we were on our way out the door to go on a family vacation. Fuuuuck. Oops. Well, let me just push this little button on my phone app: the couch starts ringing. My 20 month old had decided to hide my keys. Not even my fault this time. No half an hour looking for keys right as we are about to leave. She doesn't make fun of my Cube any more.
You'll start replacing your deficits with tools and solutions over time. Especially with meds. Educate your fam. Will reduce stress too.
What I meant to say is this link They have the condition as new but the actual name of the product is "Garmin Forerunner 225 (Certified Refurbished)" So its probably just a mistake.
I might have to just spend a bit more and get the FR35....
I use this Stratux GPS puck:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EROIUEW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=desibyinst-20&linkId=0f901045b1099cc99f181751b60d64df&language=en_US
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And NMEATime2 (paid, runs as a service rock solid):
https://visualgps.net/index.html#nmeatime2-content
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Can also use BktTimeSync (free) :
https://www.maniaradio.it/en/bkttimesync.html
I would either use Velcro or a suction mount. This suction cup mount should work but check the dimensions first to make sure your camera mounting pad will fit on the suction mount.
I use these to mount things to my garmin mount.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DPUWXYI/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Good point. I have the internal Stratux GPYes u-blox 7 GPS. I'll pull the unit apart tonight and make sure it's installed correctly, but I do recall when doing the build that they were very specific about which devices got plugged into which USB ports, so hopefully I did it correctly.
Actually, I kind of hope I didn't do it right, because that's an easy fix!
Tile is an overpriced gimmick/scam. Get something like this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009JJKZSK?gclid=CjwKEAjwqIfLBRCk6vH_rJq7yD0SJACG18frAsgrHD0_VfBjGYF1_qqLAxs0Q7isHkEqJi2XlEMZwBoCW3Pw_wcB
30 bucks and you don't have to buy an entirely new tile when it runs out of batteries
If that's an x-grip mount, they make the rubber band retention strap for the tablets too. Holds it rock solid.
This thing.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017STCELI
So this thread got me interested and I ordered the Mission Darkness bag, which claims EMP protection (as well as wifi, cell, bluetooth, etc.). https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01A7MACL2/ It was $23 and is big enough for one smartphone and a key fob and several cards. I tested with the MD Faraday Bag tester app and it seems to be working (I know, testing the bag with an app the bag maker makes, but it's probably the best out there). Bluetooth was getting some odd results, but after a few tries I got 100% blockage for cell, wifi, and bluetooth. See results of test here: https://imgur.com/a/eAp70jM
I've tried a few.
I have ended up with the following for three bikes:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055PH0XA?psc=1&amp;redirect=true&amp;ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UGZTQO?psc=1&amp;redirect=true&amp;ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012TWRAO?psc=1&amp;redirect=true&amp;ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
The last one attaches to your handlebars, the middle goes in the middle, and the "X-Claw" holds the phone.
I commute ~19 miles a day in an urban environment. I have hopped curbs with this setup successfully and Icebiked over rough uneven icy/snowy terrain.
It probably would not be good enough for single-track or similar.
It has an added benefit in that the design works for almost any smartphone.
The spring in the first one I bought three years ago got soft this summer so I bought the "X-Claw" part to replace it. (which is nice - you fix only the part that isn't working).
Its an awesome setup - I recommend it.
I can't stand it personally, but I don't run that much, have a big phone and never got an arm band. I mostly bike and use a stand alone cycling GPS.
Garmin have GPS watches that will give you Strava tracks without needing to carry your cellphone, and for less money:
www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0090C7A5M
But battery life is limited and I think you have to explicitly download the stuff with a cable.
I gather the idea with the Fuel band is you just wear it all the time and it "just works" and seamlessly integrates with your phone.
Mount the camera to this.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGI9R0/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B000FGI9R0&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dacata-20
The "Stratux" listings. https://amzn.com/B01EROIUEW
http://amzn.com/B002PHRDO2
And your saved...
This guy. The plans are annoying but not terribly expensive.
The Explorer isn't worth the upgrade money. The yellow one is a good deal.
It does spot weather forecasts which are alright. But the best part is the texting - have someone who can read gribs well watching for you and texting you once per day. If you don't have someone to do that, I'm more than happy to (though I'll be sailing south as well, may or may not conflict).
The alternative is SSB. This is the one that comes recommended, but I haven't gotten it to work well. I also haven't put in much time because my inreach system works great. If you can do it, you can tune into not only daily voice forecasts but weatherfax (works with computer and phone apps).