Garmin 76 GPSMaps

[grizwilson]

Some knowledgeable guys suggested I add a Garmin 76 GPSMaps to help in fishing. One runs two in addition to his HB SI unit with gps. I have two HB units (two pucks) interlinked, plus a eagle with GPS already on the boat. Could use the hand held for other things also.

Not sure if I want the 76, 76s, 76cs or 76csx, prices run from 100-260. Would like some suggestions and ideas. Thanks
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[Corker]

I've used the GPSMAP76Cx for years & even though it sits next to a HB1197, I never fish without the GPSMAP76Cx. After many many hundreds of hours, the display developed a dead spot so I decided to move up to the GPSMAP78. With the two units side by side, I still prefer the 76. Unless it's a budget buster, go for one of the models with a color display.

These units use two AA batteries. If you fish often, get 4 rechargeable batteries and a charger. Most days you won't need to swap them out, but it's better to be safe than sorry.

[kosmo]

I use the gpsmap76csx.It has an electronic compass .I've had it sense garmin started selling them.Its always worked great.I keep all my waypoints on it and also use map source on conputer.

[grizwilson]

Do you guys use additional maps like Topo, Roads & Recreation, Lakes with fishing hotspots, or just the standard map that comes on it. Thanks

[kosmo]

Do you guys use additional maps like Topo, Roads & Recreation, Lakes with fishing hotspots, or just the standard map that comes on it. Thanks

I have fishing hots and inland lakes installed on mine.If you use only the base map , that comes with the gpsmap76, there will not be any contour lines and also , if you use the gps for navigation at night or in fog were you can't see, it won't be accurate. (WWith the mapsource products installed, that I mentioned above, you can follow nav.mnav.markers on the water)I think that I have roads and recs. also

[grizwilson]

Thanks guys, bought a 76csx on ebay added hotspots and inland lakes, not been on the water yet but seems swell at the house can not wait. Thanks to everyone for the help.
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