Best GPS for Failing Eyes

[fpuimelli]

I purchased a Garmin Edge GPS and reading it was hopeless. I tried the Magellan Crossover, loving the idea of a GPS that talks, and the big screen. I can not seem to get it to accept more than 1 waypoint into a set so I can pre-program my route. (NY to Boston). Any suggestions on making the Crossover work, otherwise what is the current best GPS for eyes over 50 and minimal on the road effort given current products.

[FredHiltz]

The units designed for use in autos have nice big bright screens, but they are heavy, have short battery life, and most do not handle the many waypoints that we want in our routes. The Garmin hand-held units do zoom the map display when they announce a turn and when they approach a waypoint, making the most of a small screen.

I'd definitely want to hold the candidates and look at their screens. Most Garmin units have several choices of background and foreground colors to try. The outdoor stores like REI and Eastern Mountain Sports carry several models.

How about foregoing the traditional handlebar mount in favor of an upper-arm holster like what the joggers use for their music players? If you are comfortable steering with one hand for a minute, you could reach the GPSR and hold it up close.

Fred

[fpuimelli]

thank you for the information.

I purchased a garmin 60csx. I can see it well and it seems to be working pretty well. I also am using a pair of bifocals with a polarized attachment for sun.

Now I just need to get through some issues with making the the map and the device. I am mid-ride between boston and NJ, but I am pretty sure I will get the kinks out.

Thanks for the help. The 60csx is really easy to read, and actualy the only fit for for my needs today. I learned that besides being unreadable for me, the Edge does not direct you on a route. I discovered the same of the Magellan cross over.

Fred

[JayH]

Are PDA's easier to read for you? Some may have bigger sceens than the basic handhelds from Garmin/Magellan/Lowrance....  

You can get software and the antenna and stuff and turn your PDA into a GPS device...

Jay