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Garmin Dakota 10
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Price range:
$174.53 - $299.99
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(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)
 
4.0
Dakota 10
12/23/2010
Pros
Accurate
Large Screen
One Hand Control
Quick Navigation
Reliable Reception
Cons
Best Uses
Geocaching
Hiking
Comment:
Got this as a great deal from [...]. I think I got a great deal. Primary reason for purchase was hiking on Colorado Mtns. Found this device was fairly easy to set up and go. Some trial and error is needed before you go on the hike. Found the device to be easy to use and read throughout hiking. 1st trip with this was highest mountain in continental US. Worked perfectly. I found on the way down, I actually went onto a side (closed) trail and didn't realize it for about 1/4 mile. Quick Look on GPS I realized it, but not only saw where I was at, but found that I was able to save time instead of backtracking, the GPS had shown me another trail that was close, and saved me time. Although I wouldn't have gotten lost, I would have spent extra time and energy going back to the point where I left the trail. Have used this several times in GEOCACHING. Still learning, but found this device easy to use. Downside to geocaching is you cannot actively access internet and download other caches that are close. You must download all this information prior to leaving. Not a huge deal to me, but I am sure some computer techie guru will complain about this.
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
The Garmin Dakota 10 is part of the GPS test program at Consumer Reports. The Garmin Dakota 10 GPS features and specs include Topographic maps, Electronic compass, Battery life (hrs.), Screen size (in.). In our lab tests, GPS models like the Garmin Dakota 10 are reviewed on Extras, Geocaching, Guidance, Portability, Power, Display, Overall score. Consumer Reports subscribers share reviews of the Garmin Dakota 10 based on personal experience. The Consumer Reports user reviews of the Garmin Dakota 10 include star ratings, pros, cons, best uses, and a bottom line review to help guide your purchasing decision of the Garmin Dakota 10.
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