[NLRS] Rovers & GPS

[kf0q@arrl.net]

I use the Garmin GPS 12.  It works great and fits my KISS principle 
in that it is really simple.  Must not need external antenna  (never 
though about it..) and does 6 digit maidenhead which was one of my 
early requirements too.  The cost is in the $140 range - since it has 
been there for this many years  I would expect it too be dropping 
soon? (That's what I paid for it new).  Only thing on the down side 
is that the back light goes off usually too soon and the AA batts 
don't quite last the 24 hours as was stated in the book.  Otherwise 
it just works.  (Don't really need one anymore on the usual routes - 
but bring it any way).  Bought the ACC adapter (aka cigarette lighter 
plug) but never use it (another cable not needed in the rover -)  Do 
see them come up on ebay too as well as the accessories - might be a 
deal out there -  Good luck on the search Jon!
73,
Matt
KF0Q (sometimes /R)