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GPS & Digital Data Discussion / External Aerial for GPS

« on: April 22, 2007, 09:07:58 am »

Thanks Fred,

I'm using a RAM mount however I don't expect the GPS to be on most of
the time as I intend running it as little as possible.  So it will be secured in
the bike box.  I'd use my Garmin Rino 530 but theres not enough memory
for my trip which covers about 2500 km across Europe.  I'm actually
tracking the journey with a Garmin Edge 205 and filling in the dropout
periods with a Cateye Astrale.  The Nuvi is a nice unit but yes,  it's
definately not rugged.

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GPS & Digital Data Discussion / External Aerial for GPS

« on: April 21, 2007, 10:31:58 pm »

G'day all,

This is my first post here and I'd like to say a big hello to all of you.

I'm sorry for launching into Q&A without settling in but promise to
feedback much info from my next adventure.  I guess what I'm saying
is I promise to make it up with some quality content.  

Q: Does anyone here have experience with GPS arials?  I'm cycling
through Europe this summer with a Garmin Nuvi 670 and Gilsson
Technologies High Performance 55dB MCX GPS Antenna.  I'm trying to
source information for the best way to configure the antenna to the
bike frame for max performance. Secondly, are there any risks of
spending 3 months sitting on an arial?  :quest:  I don't want to come
home with a thrid testicle if you catch my drift. Any ideas?

Cheers!

Live Now, Reflect later!