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Garmin Geko 101

Postby fairweather8588 » Mar 07 2009 8:01 pm

A barely used Garmin Geko 101 GPS. I have the owners manual as well but I can't find it's box anymore. Spent most of it's time in a Rubbermaid in my closet, only used in the field maybe twice. In perfect working condition, no major scratches, one mark on the bottom that is barely noticeable
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Re: Garmin Geko 101

Postby matt gilbert » Mar 07 2009 9:21 pm

Somebody should take him up on this. The Gekos are (in my estimation) one of the best backpacking models for simple navigation. I have - and still use - a Geko 301 or I would be sorely tempted
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Re: Garmin Geko 101

Postby te-wa » Mar 10 2009 10:09 am

i am using this model to simply 1)mark waypoints of interesting locations and 2)use as a digital compass. (in conjunction with a map)
the recieving device is outdated and underpowered*, as far as new technology goes. Using WAAS mode the batteries last about 5 hours, while the claim is "up to 12". (sanyo eneloop, lithium rechargable - far better than alkaline disposables) So, i wouldnt use this for navigation necessarily unless using the 'tracback' feature, it doesnt have mapping capability nor does it allow the user to input a waypoint to track to, unless previously visited and marked. But for the weight, it makes a good digital compass and location tool. thanks, andrew for the deal. ;)
this one is going to replace the 201 model that i lost somewhere near Castersen seep. So, if you go out to the Mazatzals and find a green gps, its yours! :D

*i dunno for sure, but garmin stopped production of this model b/c of its weak antenna and low sales (now however, the little geko is quite pricey, and usually only found overseas)
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