2013 Map CD

[trekker]

I have sent the ATA a query about this problem also. I have the 2011 and 2012 CDs; all my maps have been printed for over a year, and I don't want to reprint the whole set or have to do a visual comparison for well over a hundred maps. Most of the maps won't have been changed, so is there a list somewhere of the maps that actually were changed?

The only person who publishes a list of year to year changes is Jonathan Ley on his CDT ROM, and he didn't get it done for 2013 for some reason. I managed to make a visual comparison for the 800 miles I have left, but it took a couple of hours.

Trekker

[blisterfree]

Actually, due to the automated map creation process, almost all of the maps as well as their bounds are somewhat different and you can't just mix and match from the two products, this year's vs last year's. For one, the mileages have changed based on the current official Mexico to Utah distance of 800.0 miles. This change alone affects a majority of maps. Then there are extensive edits to the data book which are reflected on the maps as POI's. The ATA does maintain a list of changes to the official data book, but I don't keep track of that when creating the map set since it's moot; when Postholer runs the maps each year, the process is not a surgical strike but a complete do-over from border to border. This is the price for getting a yearly update in this case.

[sirena]

For those who haven't seen it yet:

UPDATED Topo Map CD
The 2013 version of the Arizona Trail Topo Map CD is now available! Thanks to the hard work of Brett Tucker (simblissity.net)and the innovative mapping technology of postholer.com, we are proud to release a complete digital map set for the entire Arizona Trail. This is the ultimate navigational resource for hikers, backpackers, mountain bikers, equestrians, trail runners, and any outdoor adventurers that want to explore the Arizona National Scenic Trail.
With this CD you can print 129 digitized color topographic maps (1:28,000 scale) that cover the entire AZT From Mexico to Utah. They are formatted to print on standard letter-size paper from your home printer. If you’re going out for the day, you only need to print one or two. If you’re planning a cross-state adventure, then print the entire series. Smartphone users can copy the map images to their phone and never have to deal with paper maps!

This new version features the most current trail alignment, including updates to the Gila River Canyons (Passage 16), as well as improved elevation profiles and more user-friendly data. Also included on the CD is the companion data book, with nearly 800 data points to help inform and guide your Arizona Trail adventures. Some of the features of these maps include:
•3D hill shading
•Detailed elevation chart on each map
•Accumulated trail mileage every mile (great for long-distance trail users)
•Easy-to-follow trail trace
•GPS grid marks for compatibility with your handheld GPS unit
•Almost 800 data points with water sources, landmarks, gateway communities and more
•Simple format allows printing maps from any printer
•Companion data book (pdf file) and easy instructions for use
Each CD comes in a hard plastic jewel case with photographs and artwork celebrating the Arizona National Scenic Trail. These CDs sell for $25 at retail outlets throughout the state, but are available to members of the Arizona Trail Association for $15 (plus shipping and handling) through our online store at <-- 2020-10-01 Dead link removed -->
For a sample of one map in the series, click here: <-- 2020-10-01 Dead link removed -->