Hi, I dont know much about shonkymaps, but Im using a Garmin 60Csx with osm+contour maps for bushwalking. I dont miss any map details, and if, I add them..
My opinion about the device: In comparison to other models, the 60Csx delivers the best package in terms of accuracy, device layout and price. The Vista HCx is similar in regards to features, but I dont like the smaller screen and lack of buttons. If you dont need the barometer (what I dont use at all) or the compass (what I love, especially when reception is poor), then go for the slim brother of both above mentioned, and save a few bucks. For a floating (but bulkier) unit, the 76C(s)x has similar/same features. There are a couple of sites where you can get prebuild OSM images for Garmin, e.g. here: http://garmin.na1400.info/routable.php and here http://www.osmaustralia.org/garmin.php However, thats not ideal for me in terms of rendering, so Im creating custom maps from OSM data using mkgmap. I am about halfway through the process of creating proper rendering rules and TYP files for my two main purposes: hiking and mapping. If someone else is using mkmap, Im happy to exchange about the scripts and rules Im using. Cheers, Ben Ross Scanlon wrote: > Hi All, > > I'm looking at buying a handheld gps, probably Garmin, that can have the > osm maps and shonkymaps loaded. > > This will mainly be used for bushwalking, thus the shonkymaps, so I'd like > to be able to have both available all the time. > > Is anyone here using a Garmin with osm maps and/or shonkymaps? If which > model? > > > _______________________________________________ Talk-au mailing list Talk-au@openstreetmap.org http://lists.openstreetmap.org/listinfo/talk-au
