Garmin GPS 73
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I didn't see anything.
if you are fluent in Spanish
The 73 is intended to take the place of my much-loved 73. After yet another sailboat race to Hawaii, my beloved Garmin 72H began to give up the ghost (display pixels failing). This was the sixth Hawaii race for this particular 72H, which was run doublehanded on an Olson 30 this year. It was a long and wet ride (2070 miles in 11 days and 5 hours!)br>User-generated content Settable speed filtering is a must-have feature for sailboat racing, and it's only available on the 72H and 73 handhelds. It's crucial to be able to smooth out speed variations caused by GPS scatter, as well as detect changes in current and other slowly-changing variables. a variety of variables that may only show up as tenths of a knot br>When I first saw the 73 at a boat show last fall, I was disappointed by how small the screen was compared to the 72H's. However, I believe that the resolution has been improved, and that readability has not been compromised. On the plus side, battery life has improved dramatically. The 73 is a very user-friendly device. There is a learning curve because the system is configurable. For example, finding a display mode that displayed latitude and longitude took several minutes. It's a great piece of gear once you've set it up to your liking. br>As you suggest, I'd like to see Garmin add the speed filtering feature to a higher-end device. end-of-the-line handheld with the capability of storing a map database
To some extent, as long as it is not submerged.
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As an upgrade to my 72, I bought this. The system was extremely clumsy for me when I first began downloading data from Garmin and adding waypoints. It was also easier to use and add waypoints on my older unit. It also claims that extra memory can be added, but there is no slot for a memory card or stick. I'm sure that if I spend more time with the unit, it will become easier to use; however, since this is an upgrade from the previous unit, I was expecting a smooth transition. br>br>It could just be my lack of electronics knowledge, but I found the older unit to be easier to use than the newer one. the more recent one I hope this information assists you in making your choice.
So I've been a long-time Garmin fan and have used the Garmin GPS 72H for offshore wreck fishing for many years. The 72H was a fantastic handheld GPS device that provided pinpoint accuracy. I bought and tried out this Garmin 73 and immediately despised it as soon as I got to my first offshore wreck. It's just that the display isn't large enough. It's a nightmare. The arrow that represents the pointer is barely visible. Worst of all, unlike the 72H model, the GPS isn't pinpoint accurate. I had both GPS units turned on at the same time, and the GPS 73 made it impossible to precisely position myself on top of my wreck. The 72H has a long black visible pointer arrow that allows you to see approaching wrecks in the distance. This GPS 73 will only take you to the area where your GPS waypoint is located. If you liked the now-discontinued Garmin 72H, don't buy the GPS 73 thinking it's better. It's a nightmare. I returned it and went on the lookout for something with a larger display, which turned out to be correct.
The display on the 73 is. For years, I had a 72. The screen on the 73 is smaller, making it much more difficult to read, and the device is not waterproof.
Don't let the nomenclature fool you. This GPS device is extremely basic (simplistic). It's fine if that's what you want, but it's not even close to the Garmin GPS72 as an instrument. Unfortunately, the 72 software does not include any current tide prediction features.
This was purchased to mark fishing spots in the Steinhatchee area of Florida. It's simple to mark and name locations, but every time I get close to one, the arrow pointing in the direction I need to go abruptly changes. It still gets me to where I wanted to go in the first place.
Setting racing marks requires a large display with the ability to display bearing and distance. The primary motivation behind the purchase. br>"Setting the Starting Line" is useful when you're a long way from the line and want to know how long it will take you to get there at your current heading, but because of the lag in updates and if you're going fast, you should rely on visual sites when you're close to the line. br>"Tack Assist" works well if you have an extra person to keep an eye on it. Maybe in the future, whether you're on a lift or a header, there will be a Bluetooth feature that broadcasts at regular intervals.
It appeals to him greatly.
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