Product Description

Don't be fooled by other fake-looking camo pants; These are the real thing.The hottest look, straight from Andrew Christian to you.Adjustable Waist Tabs,Drawstring Bottoms. ... Read more

Features

• NEW!
• Don't be fooled by other fake-looking camo pants
• Authentic Military Style B.D.U. Pants
• Adjustable Waist Tabs, Drawstring Bottoms.
• Button Fly.

Product Description

Maxam 'Falcon IV" Lockback Knife on a Key Chain. This handy knife on a key chain features an extra sharp 1-7/8", 420 surgical stainless steel half serrated blade to cut cord or twine easier and lightweight Leymar handle. The thumbhole allows one-handed opening with either the left or right hand. Measures 4-1/2" long opened and 2-1/2" closed. Lifetime warranty. Gift boxed 1 lb. ... Read more

Features

• Lockback Knife on a Key Chain
• Extra sharp 1-7/8", 420 surgical stainless steel half serrated blade
• Lightweight Leymar handle
• Thumbhole allows one-handed opening with either the left or right hand
• Measures 4-1/2" long opened and 2-1/2" closed

Reviews (1)

Cheap...Get What You Pay For
Postage must be where they make the money on this baby. If you want a knife that looks cool for you cheap knife collection, this is one to add.

When shopping knives, stay away from those labeled simply "stainless steel" blade. There are many types of stainless on the market: ATS-34, which is good; BG-2, which is a little better; S30V, with high carbon content; and 420 and 440 grades. Most "stainless" knives in this price fall into the last two categories. The 420 is soft and doesn't hold an edge very well; the 440 has two or three grades, the worst of them is the worst of all stainless steel. It's often called "surgical stainless" by manufacturers hoping to make it sound sharp as a surgeon's scalpal. Well, it might be, but ask surgeons why they throw away their scalpals after they use them. One of the major reasons is because they're cheaply made, cheaply bought and when they're thrown away, they don't have to be heat sterilized.

They're the steel version of the wood you get on a Popsicle.

So don't buy a knife if you don't know what kind of steel you're getting. Some brands, like Cold Steel and Spyderco you don't have to worry about. Your steel will be top notch, just like the old Japanese guys in the movies who live in an apartment down an obscure ally and have been hand forging and finishing their steel all their lives. ... Read more

Product Description

Includes 2 sets of high alumina ceramic stones. There is a pair of medium grit and a pair of fine grit rods. Comes with a instructional book and video. ... Read more

Reviews (3)

Best sharpening set available.
I have been sharpening knives on flat stones by hand for many years.I just got a Spyderco Sharpmaker, and it's the best contraption I have ever used.

The stones are good quality.Similar cheaper brands have lumps on otherwise perfect stones, making them almost useless.Both the coarse and fine stones leave a relatively fine edge considering how well they remove metal.

The triangular shape of the stones makes them work very well for regular knives and serrated knives as well.

It comes with an instruction book that tells you exactly what to do.If you follow the instructions, you will get a very sharp edge.The only skill involved is holding the blade up and down, and that isn't hard at all.

The price looks high, but you get a total of 4 long stones (two fine, two medium) of good quality.It is well worth the price to be able to keep your knives sharp on your own instead of paying someone to do it, which adds up fast.

I don't recommend sharpening systems that involve clamping a guide system to the blade because they tend to slip and/or scratch the blade, are annoying to use for quick touch-ups, and don't actually maintain a good angle along the whole blade due to the mechanics involved.

Finally a greatknife sharpener
For 40 years I have been looking for the perfect knife sharpener and this comes pretty close. Sharpens conventional blades plus serrated baldes, sissors, chisels....just about anything that needs a sharp edge. Comes with an excellent 20-25 minute video and a very good full color instruction book.

Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker
I recently purchased the Spyderco Sharpmaker and without a doubt it is one of the easiest sharpening systems to use.Previously, I used a flat stone coated with oil.However, with the recent purchase of some serrated knives I needed a system to sharpen them. The Sharpmaker does it all: plain blades, serrated blades, and more.With the video and instructions it is easy to use. One last testimonial concerning the Sharpmaker, is a old Buck knife that I had buried in the drawer.I never liked the edge on the knife; never could get it sharp.The knife is now on my dresser, sharp as a razor and ready to go! ... Read more

Product Description

Sleek design doesn't add bulk to your handheld * Flip-up antenna can be adjusted to optimize GPS receptionwhether the PDA is secured in a vehicle with a PDA mount (included) or carried by hand * Dimensions: Measures 1.7" W x 2.0" H x 0.5" D (4.3 x 5.1 x 1.3 cm) and weighs only 1.5 oz. * Installs securely in a standard Type I or Type II CompactFlash slot * Universal PDA mount (included) allows optimum positioning of PDAs on most dashboards and windshields * Comes with the MapSource City Select (U.S./Canada or Europe) ... Read more

Features

• Measures 1.7" W x 2.0" H x 0.5" D
• Location awareness, address and points-of-interest look-up features, electronic mapping, automatic route generation, and off-route recalculation
• Basemap with highways, major streets, rivers, lakes, coastal waters, and significant borders
• 64 MB of memory that can store detailed map data from Garmin’s exclusive line of MapSource cartography
• PC software provides trip planning plus waypoint and route storage

Reviews (7)

Don't toss the atlas just yet...
It was with great expectations, set in large part due to previous reviews, that I purchased and installed the Garmin CF Que 1620 on my new Dell Axim x50v.After a week's worth of use, I'm in search of Prozac.What a bummer.

By now, we've all read with disdain reviews of various mapping software that is outdated leading the device to choose a less than optimal route.The 1620 along with its included software yields an opposite problem.It suggests routes on roads that HAVEN'T EVEN BEEN BUILT YET.Yes, you read it here first.The GARMIN 1620 will suggest routes for you that DO NOT EXIST.

Where's your proof, you say.Read on.

My first route was a test from my church to my home.A route I've taken hundreds if not thousands of times.Imagine my shock when the Garmin told me to turn onto a road that is to be built, but won't be completed for another five years.The road is planned, but they haven't even broken ground yet.Yikes!

So, how can I trust this thing?How can I take it on a trip knowing it may well suggest a route that doesn't exist?

That said, when it does work, it works well.Several routes chosen in my home city were OK.Not always optimal, but good enough to get you there.

Bottom line, it is a nice toy, but I can't completely rely on it.I want to, but I can't. Wish things were different.Keep this in mind when you make your purchase.If you set your expectations properly (I admittedly did not), you'll be satisfied.It will make some mistakes now and then, so don't through away your paper maps just yet.

Simply awesome!
I purchased my CF Que 1620 from an Ebay seller 1 month ago. The seller did not have the MapSource unlock code, but Garmin's excellent customer service dept. provided me with the code for my unit once it was determined the code had not been activated by the previous owner. I give Garmin's customer service department 5+ stars, they even offered to stay on the phone with me as I unlocked the product (after normal business hours!). The product was shipped to me with Mapsource v5 and since a newer version was available (v6) I signed up on Garmin's website to receive the updated software (free upgrade / free shipping). It arrived about a week later and installed with no problem (using a new unlock code). My initial tests with the CF Que were not good. After inserting the CF Que into my PDA (an Ipaq hx2415) I would have satellite lock within 1 minute, but after 10-20 minutes satellite lock would be lost permanently. The only way to reset the CF Que (and regain satellite lock) was to re-insert it into my PDA and hope it worked again. At first I thought I had a defective CF Que but I soon received an email from HP (manufacturer of my Ipaq) that a problem had been discovered with the CF slot dropping "modem connections". Since the CF Que acts as a modem in the CF slot I decided to try the upgraded ROM for my PDA provided by HP. Wow, what a difference the ROM upgrade made. Satellite lock occurs in 1 minute like before, but the CF Que doesn't drop satellite connection now. I used my Ipaq and CF Que to make a 5 hour trip into West Virginia last weekend and lost satellite connection only once, during a 180 degree turn up a steep mountain road. Within 20 seconds the CF Que had re-established satellite lock and never lost it again even after several more 180 degree turns. I am very pleased with my CF Que now that my Ipaq CF problem has been resolved and would recommend the CF Que to anyone needing robust turn by turn PDA-GPS capability.

Great product and fast delivery
Ordered the item on Sunday and arrived on Tuesday!Plugged it in, loaded the base map and used it that day.Comes with a great mounting device (non slip weighted bag type that does not require any mounting screws on the dash).The system works as well as my BMW's $1700 navigation system without the cost.

Finally find the best choice
I have an iPAQ H3955 with CompactFlash expansion and been looked for GPS solution for a long time. This Garmin product becomes my final decision. First of all, its unique multi-angle flip antenna is very convenient for different usages like driving, hiking and biking. When not using it, just flip the antenna all the way down to store my pocket pc in the pocket.
The display modes are not as fancy as other products but the most important is the calculation is much more accurate than other products I have used. It never guides me into the wrong direction of a one-way. (Well, other product did that to me.)
Garmin provides wide range of maps for different purposes. For example, MapSource US TOPO is compatible with cf que 1620, this is good for outdoor activity lovers.
I don't worry about getting lost in Europe trip anymore because Garmin also has Europe street map available.
H3955's built-in speaker is loud and clear so I don't need ear phone or external speaker. If your pocket pc's speaker is not loud enough, you may consider a "PDA holder with speaker".
Overall, it is an excellent unit as compare to my previous products (other brands).

Took a chance
This device works wonderfully and is very accurate.I have an IPAQ 2215 with a 1gig SD card and I have not had any issues downloading maps, routes, etc...If you are thinking about doing some research on this, stay away from pocketpcmag.com.The 'mantra' of the 'expert' on that site is if you are not buying bluetooth then it sucks. ... Read more

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Clearly view planets, stars and more! Meade 60 mm Infinity Telescope... now at a down-to-Earth BIG BUCKS OFF! Space, the final frontier! Captain James T. Kirk approves this Meade Scope for aspiring young astronomers to build their interests in the distant heavens. See the rings of Saturn, the Moon's craters, stars and more. Ideal optics too, for bringing Earthly subjects up close and personal. Seems an overstock puts big bucks off within reach for you and Klingons! Far-out features within reach: Precision 60 mm (2.4) aperture for high resolution images of space and land objects; 700 mm focal length; 3.5 Barlow lens along with 12.5 mm and 25 mm eyepieces; 5 x 24 mm viewfinder; Altazimuth mount on a full tripod with accessory tray; BONUS StarLocator Astro Software (a $79.00 value) on CD-ROM displays more the 10,000 celestial objects for you to see with this Scope. Works with any Windows based personal computer. Beam yours home Scotty, by ordering ONLINE at warp speed! Meade Infinity Telescope ... Read more

Product Description

Gekos are the smallest and lightest waterproof GPS units on the market - inexpensive, with sleek designs and simple operating systems.With its sun-yellow case, the economical Geko 101 is perfect for navigational novices.Features such as one-touch waypoint marking make it a snap to use.Easily maneuver from one waypoint to the next using its 250-waypoint storage capacity with symbols, and pan along your track with PanTrack. ... Read more

Features

• Easy operation: five buttons for one-hand use
• 12-hour operation on 2 AAA batteries
• Compact 12-channel GPS receiver with high-contrast display (100 x 64 pixels)
• Stores 250 waypoints
• Waterproof: submersible for 30 minutes in one meter of water (IEC 529 IPX7 standards)

Reviews (9)

Well worth the money.
I initially purchased a Whistler GPS200 unit. The GPS200 had a ton of features, integrated maps, etc but suffered from one inexcusable flaw. It did not find the required minimum satellites (it needed 3) 9 out of every 10 times - even in the best of conditions. When it did find a signal, it took 15 mins to lock and frequently dropped the signal. It was an extreme disappointment and I was hoping that the Geko would fare better. The day the Geko arrived, I powered it up and left it (on a cloudy afternoon) in my back yard for it to try and lock on a signal. The manual said this should take 15 minutes. It took barely 2 minutes. Ever since then, it locks in less than a minute and has yet to drop a signal. I use alkaline batteries and so far (after a few hours of use), it still has almost a full power band. I did set the "battery-save" option the first time I used it. Its redeeming features: It is very small (like the size of a slim Nokia 6100 cell phone), light, reliable, attractive, easy to use, comes from the best GPS company around, and has a host of sales, support and accessories available. It's negative: does not have the advanced features that the much more expensive units have (WAAS and mapware) .. but the price is so much lower so can you really complain. I cannot comment on its longevity (I have only had mine a short while), but so far, I am very pleased with it.

Excelent for Geocaching
First off, after reading reviews here about low battery life, I have used this unit now for three days of geocaching, doing 3 or 4 geocaches per day, PLUS all the time to learn the unit, program in coordinates from home, etc.I am STILL on the first set of batteries, and still have 2 out of 4 on the battery meter.

But then again, I use alkaline batteries, not the rechargable gimicks that only have 1.2 volts per cell rather than 1.5 of a REAL battery, and never last long in any device.

ALSO...there is a BATTERY SAVE feature in the menu that you can select, that I guess the others never bothered to find or read the manual about. This turns the receiver part on and off that is not noticeable to you at all, and I recommend leaving it on, unless you are trying to get accurate to one foot, which might be harder to do with the battery save feature on.

I leave the battery save feature on until about 50 feet from the cache, then turn it off so I can zero in to the exact foot of the cache.

That's right. I am able to go in and narrow to the exact foot of the cache.

What you have to do, is when you get around 15 feet, start walking REAL SLOW!Because if you keep walking fast, you will pass it as the counter keeps going if you are walking fast.

If you pass it, just keep walking about 15 feet, turn around and try comming back REAL SLOW, following the arrow step by step, and you should have no problem getting right to the exact coordinates. I sure don't have any problem doing so.

Walk slow so you can see the distance go down one foot at a time, until you are at ZERO. Many caches I have found were exactly at the location the Geko 101 led me to. There were a few caches that were 10 feet off, but that was the fault of the people who hid the cache that didn't get the exact coordinates right with their GPS units. This unit led me to the left side of a real small bridge about a foot away from the edge, and when I went under the bridge, the cache was in that EXACT spot under where I was standing on the bridge when I got to zero on the Geko.

The coordinates are only as good as the people and thier GPS units that hide the caches. If they have an old GPS that isn't as accurate, or don't measure the exact location accurately, and YOU use the best, most expensive and accurate GPS unit available, you are NOT going to get right to the cache, because the hider made a mistake in plotting the cache coordinates!

I have been waiting for YEARS for GPS units to come down in price, and wanted one with street maps, but they just will not come down in price. And on Ebay, you only find used ones that actually end up selling for MORE than I can buy one on Amazon!

Auctions are nothing more than contests where participants compete to see who can pay the MOST for something.

Finally got this as a gift, tested it out with Geocaching, and it is more than perfect for the job.And you don't really need streets and maps in parks and woods, as they don't show trails anyway, only streets.

You make your OWN trail maps automatically with this unit as you walk around.

I even use it while driving to find the Geocache sites, and even without roadmaps, you can figure it out just by folloing the big arrow, and watching the miles go down.It even has the ability to tell you exactly how many minutes you have left, or what your arrival time will be.Even when you are walking on trails.

It is nice and small and perfect for Geocaching as not too many people will notice it.It is the exact size of a tiny cell phone, so you can quickly hold it to your head as if you are talking, and people will just think it is a phone. Only the top half is yellow, the other side is dark.

NICE rubberized parts on the unit. I can just set the thing down on the dash of the car, and it does not slide around. Sure, I can't see the display with it flat on the dash, but it stays put, until after I make the complex turn or whatever, and then can pick it up again.

There are optional mounts you can get for the car, but I like the one for bike handlebars.

So many times I find neat secret areas on bike trails and have a hard time finding them again. Now I can just plot the locations, title them with an alphanumeric name, and next time, this unit will lead me right to my favorite spots on or off the bike trails, even letting me know how much farther I have to go in miles or minutes.

When you get down to .1 mile, it jumps to around 500 feet and counts down the rest of the way in feet.

Since I am still using the first set of batteries, and it looks like I still have a lot of use left out of them, I didn't get to test and see if indeed all the waypoints and info I saved into it will stay when replacing the batteries as the manual says it will do.

The manual says, so long as you change the batteries right away, you will not lose any information you have stored in it.

If after this set of batteries dies out, and I replace them and this is NOT the case, I will add to this review an update saying so.

I have since seen this unit in another store, and noticed that the green Geko logo was not on the unit as it is on mine.Why would some units not have the Geko on it and others do?

Glad mine has the Geko on it.

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UPDATE:

Half way through geocaching yesterday, the battery went down to the last bar of 4 bars on the meter. The manual states that it will TELL you when you have only 10 minutes of power left, but I didn't want to have to change batteries in the middle of a long cache, so even though the batteries would have lasted who knows how much longer, I decided to change the batteries sooner than I may have had to.

I took out the old batteries in the car, and put in the new set. Turned on the unit, and was pleasantly surprised to find that indeed, all my waypoints and other information was still in the unit, nothing was lost!

This was my biggest fear, as I had spent a long time entering in a lot of cache locations into it.
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Another update:

I accidentally forgot to turn the battery save function back on after finding a cache, and the batteries were being sucked very quickly!As soon as I noticed the battery meter going down fast, I double checked, and sure enough, I didn't have battery save on.

The default on this unit is NORMAL, not BATTERY SAVE, and if you don't use battery save, this thing will probably eat a set of batteries in only an hour.

You should leave the unit in BATTERY SAVE mode at all times, unless you are within 50 feet of a cache and need to narrow down closer.

In battery save mode, I have no problem spending an entire two days, morning to dusk, finding geocaches, without having to change batteries.

I may make a C or D cell battery pack for this unit so I can go even longer, there is no reason they had to make this with tiny AAA instead of AA batteries, except for the uneducated consumers that demand tiny and small devices all the time.

I would have been happy if the unit was twice the size, if it meant longer battery life. But in a democracy, you always have three wolves and a sheep voting on what to have for lunch. In other words, mob rule.

Excellent for the price
I bought this GPS unit to locate the exact location of my telescope.I have also done some limited geocaching (4 caches) and have been able to find all four caches.It seems to be far more accurate than the literature and readout would indicate.I like the small size (easily fits into your pocket) and the intuitive user interface.It does not have all the bells and whistles of a more expensive model.However, I purchased mine for $69.99 on Amazon and received a $20 rebate.With free shipping, no tax and rebate, I purchased my Geko 101 for 49.99.It's hard to beat a price like that.I think this is an excellent introductory GPS unit.If you're not sure how much use you will get out of your GPS unit, the Geko 101 might just be for you.

I am disappointed with this product
No matter what this product offers to a buyer it really takes him too much out of its poor battery life. I used rechargeable batteries NI-MH. They can be used only less than 2 hours. Garmin needs to improve its battery life. I strongly discourage anyone buying this product. I am upset that I can't return the item since the item is packed in such a way that you need to violate amazon return policy. Unless you don't open the product you can't feel its poor battery life.

Excellent GPSr for the price
I just purchased and received this recently as a Christmas gift for myself.I have just gotten into Geocaching and this unit fits the bill perfectly.You cant beat the size and ease of use for this unit.Its very compact but packs all the features you need into this small package.If you are geocaching you dont need WAAS.A WAAS receiver will get you within 15-30 feet of a cache and this one will do the same.I was able to learn the basic functions of this receiver with little or no difficulty.I wanted a unit that I could use for awhile and then upgrade.When I got mine...it was 69 bucks minus 20 for mail in rebate which means I got a good quality basic GPSr for under 50 bucks.Sure you can find some cheaper on ebay, but they are not brand new, nor as easy to use as the Garmin Geko 101.The only things that would make this GPSr perfect would be the ability to download/upload data via computer and the ability to connect an external power source.I knew it didnt do that when I purchased it so thats why I ranked it at 5 stars.I will upgrade later on to a receiver that has those functions.If you need a basic GPSr to use geocaching, or doing other outdoor activities...this is your baby! ... Read more

Features

• Open-window venting
• Pigskin leather upper
• Breathable mesh upper and liner
• Benecke Ceraprene toe bumper
• Air Cushion midsole

Product Description

The GPS V is one versatile navigator that delivers automatic routing, detailed mapping and WAAS capability - all in a compact handheld GPS. It comes with the MapSource City Select CD (unlock capability for one region in US or Canada), which gives you access to detailed street-level maps with locations of restaurants, hotels and other services. Use the GPS V to look up a location and it will automatically calculate a route and guide you to your destination with turn-by-turn directions and audible beeps that alert you to upcoming turns. You can even switch the display from horizontal, for mounting on a bike or a vehicle dash, to vertical for handheld use. ... Read more

Features

• WAAS capability provides position accuracy better than three meters
• Autorouting gives access to the shortest and fastest routes
• Turn-by-turn directions; audible beep alerts you to upcoming turn; mount on the dashboard or use as a handheld device
• 12-channel GPS unit with 19 MB of built-in memory
• Includes MapSource City Select CD-ROM with street-level maps and points of interest; unlock capability for one region in US or Canada

Reviews (36)

horrible item
I just bought the item for 3 months and initially it works Ok, but it refused to receive any signal later and I have to send it back.

Slow product. Terrible software and customer service!
My first impression with the Garmin V is equal to a visit to the dentist. The Garmin V GPS receiver comes with a serial cable (so 80's and sooo slow) and no USB nor Mac support. The process of getting the software installed took aprox. 2 hours. You MUST be on-line to get the key that will unlock the software that will give yout the serial number that must be sent via email and then must jump through another hoop - anyway you get the idea. Better have brand new batteries in the device. I spent four perfectly good batteries just getting the mapset into the device.
The downloading process took 30 mintes. The time remaining bar goes up instead of down???? Don't even think about contacting support since they are only available through email.

Great Product
After months of research I purchased the Garmin GPS V. I first used it our family vacation.The unit performed well, I used it to find many out of down locations such as places to dine, shop, and to amusement parks near our hotel. For trouble free travel the Garmin GPS V is a must.This unit is great for finding streets with missing street signs. Just type in a location enter "go to", and in no time it will guide you there. Very easy to use, I purchased a USB adapter for the standard serial PC interface cable.

Primitive Software and horrible Customer Service.
I purchased the unit with high hopes. My unit straight from the box was defective. The beeper didn't work. Also, the software was very expensive to 'unlock' different areas and user-hostile. I sent it back for repairs and it was returned to me untouched.

I decided to take the device on a 'shake-down' trip before I sent it back a second time for repairs. I took a straight forward trip from one city to another about 70 miles away. After selecting 'fastest' route, the device started to give me directions for navigation. Since the beeper wasn't working, I had to keep checking the screen occasionally.For some reason, the algorithm decided I needed to get off the freeway and drive me up some narrow mountain roads (through some rock-slide areas).Needless to say, the device can't be trusted to find you a quick or logical route.

I called their customer dis-service line. They confirmed over the phone that the beeper didn't work and then checked out the illogical routing system. They found that it, indeed, couldn't be counted on to do as it is advertised. Their proposed resolution to the matter was to send it back for a second repair and they would let me buy the 'upgraded' software at a discounted price of $100.I was foolish enough to do it.

The unit was sent back and they 'confirmed' that the beeper doesn't work.They returned it to me without fixing it.

It is clear that this device doesn't function as advertised (the software must be told exactly how you want to travel) as it will even take you off freeways onto wierd side-trips. Garmin doesn't seem to care about any warranty work. Twice they have returned the unit without repairs.They don't stand by their products and their products work poorly.

Instead of buying this junk, I'd recommend Microsoft Streets and Trips and a Pocket PC PDA with a GPS antenna.It would be about the same amount of money and it would work.

Garmin should be ashamed of their lack of quality control and lack of customer support. I would advise anyone who is considering their products to think again before dealing with a company that couldn't care less about their people once they have picked their pockets.

GPS V still needs improvement
My first encounter with GPS is from Hertz car rental about 3 years ago. It helps me to navigate through the dark winding country road ofNew Jersey in the winter evenings. With turn-by turn voice prompt, it is an amazing tool. The only draw back is the$1500US price tag, which is a lot more than I want to pay.

I always wanted a GPS with auto routing feature for my personal trip. The Never Lost cost too much. The Garmin Street Pilot III Deluxe with color screen and voice prompt is the closest alternative to Never Lost. Again it is too costly at $800US and it is too bulky to carry it around.
In Spring/Summer 2002, Garmin markets a GPS V Deluxe version, with all North America regions on CDROM unlocked and price is not much more than a eTrex. The GPS V unit is very similar to Street Pilot III (SPIII). The major difference is that GPS V has a smaller monochrome screen and beeps instead of voice prompt on SPIII.

I have had my GPS V for over 3 months now. I have used in Toronto, southern Ontario region, San Diego California, Cap Code, Boston, Newport Rhode Island, New Heaven Connecticut, Kittery Maine, Washington/Dulles area without major fault.
Over all, I am quite satisfy with the unit when taking price into consideration, but it is not as accurate or fast as Magellan Never Lost.

My GPS V locked up twice in NY State. I could not turn it off.I had to remove the power supply to turn on the unit again.
On I-90, around Albany, NY. The GPS V sensed the vehicle went off-course and recalculate the routing again on two occasions.
In Boston area, the text message instructed me to turn left, but the graphic arrow points to the opposite direction.

Recalculation speed is the major drawback for GPS V. When the vehicle goes off-course (missing a turn), GPS V has the option to automatically recalculate a new route. This can takes anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes depends on the distance to the destination.The Magellan Never Lost usually takes no more than a 5 seconds to put you back on route.
There is major difference between the two when comes to recalculation. Never Lost recalculates to the last point where you went off-course, so you can continue your original routing. Usually Never Lost would prompt you to make a U-turn to go back on the route.
On the other hand GPS V recalculates a new routing base on your current direction. Only on one occasion GPS V suggest making a U-turn to get back to the original routing. All other times, GPS V recalculates a new detour which could be a lot longer than the original route. In GPS V, there is a Setup screen to setup your routing preference such as to avoid U-turn, avoid Toll road and 5 levels of calculation detail. I suppose if you pick the `Best route' option, it would take longer to find the optimal route. I took the default setting which do not avoid U-turn, do not avoid Toll road, medium setting for calculating route.

Recalculation and redraw after a turn is very slow especially in Boston downtown where visibility to satellite signals could be very limited due high rise buildings and narrow streets. I often miss next turn because redraw was too slow. In situation like this, I suggest switching to text mode and following text instructions instead.

Both Never Lost and GPS V has excellent Hotel/Restaurant database. Never Lost's database is more up to date and accurate. Both found my favorite `Legal Seafood' and `McCormick & Schmick' restaurants and some shopping centres. GPS V has a large Asian restaurant database for Toronto area, restaurant such `Big Mouth Kee' and `Taste of Japan' can be found in GPS V database.

GPS V's memory is fixed at 19M which is big enough for the entire Toronto, Hamilton, Niagara Fall, Mississauga, Pickering and North Bay area. But 19M is not big enough for Los Angeles region. To download 19M from PC to the GPS V through serial port at 11500 baud takes almost an hour.

My biggest complaint is slow process speed. Redrwaw/update the screen is too slow, recalculate is too slow. ... Read more

Product Description

Spacemaster spotting scope quality and dependability have long set the standard for field spotting scopes. They feature internal flare shielding, the finest color correction, fully hard-coated optics and a standard thread tripod mount. The exclusive multi-position eyepiece available on our 78-7350 and 78-7360 models offers an infinite number of viewing positions between straight-thru and 90 degrees-providing flexibility for viewing comfortably in any situation. ... Read more

Features

• Length -14.5
• Exclusive multi-position eyepiece offers infinite viewing positions between straight through and 90 degrees, for comfortable viewing in every situation
• Field of View @ 1000 Yards -88' @ 20x, 40'@60x
• Exit Pupil -3mm@20x, 1mm@60x
• Weight -36.5 ounces

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Zip, they're Shorts. Zip, they're Pants. Introducing Guide Gear Adventure Nylon Zip-offs. They're new and improved from last year! DuPont Tactel Nylon, that is! Cool comfort starts with tough, quick-drying, 100% nylon material. You see, we had these made to our specs. No middleman means you save cash! Features: Side elastic for added comfort; Pants are made from not just any nylon... but DuPont Tactel nylon; Roomy double pleat front; Button waist; Zip fly; 8 1/2" inseam when Shorts; 11" side zip leg bottoms for easy on / off over footwear; Two side 7 x 7" cargo pockets; Two 7 x 14" slash hand pockets; Left side security pocket; Zip-closure 6 x 7" rear pocket; Mesh-lined thru shorts for quick-dry breathability; Machine wash / dry; Imported. State Color and Size. Order ONLINE Now! AVAILABLE SEPARATELY: 30" or 32" Inseam Guide Gear Nylon Zip-off Pants - word search in our Store for 'Guide Gear Zip-off Pants'. 34" Inseam Guide Gear Nylon Zip-off Pants ... Read more

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SAVE BIG on this Tommy Hilfiger Tipped Polo Shirt! You get quality, durability, comfort and style. What you don't get is the regular Tommy Hilfiger price. 100% cotton Polo has stylish contrast trim on the collar; Classic polo 3-button placket; Fully taped neckline and chambray insert on the back below the collar for durability; Tommy Hilfiger red / white / blue embroidery on left chest. Machine wash / dry. Imported. Order one (or many) ONLINE today! State Color and Size. Men's Tommy Hilfiger Tipped Polo Shirt ... Read more

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Maxam One-Hand Opening Liner Lock Knife with clip. Measures 4-1/2" closed, 7-3/4" open. Lifetime warranty. Gift boxed 1 lb. ... Read more

Features

• One-Hand Opening Liner Lock Knife with clip
• Measures 4-1/2" closed, 7-3/4" open
• Lifetime warranty
• Gift boxed

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Zippo Black Matte Lighter 218 ... Read more

Features

• Zippo Lighters Matte
• Zippo Model Number 218
• Black Matte Lighter

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Don't hit the showers until you've scored this BARGAIN! These Shorts command respect, but they don't command a high price because I got an excess inventory buy-out from Bike. They're the all-star leader in coaches' apparel, and these prove why. They're comfortable Visa high-performance polyester double-knit fabric that's cool, dries quickly and is stain-releasing. With elasticized waistband for freedom of movement. Zip fly, 2-snap front. Slash front pockets, left back patch pockets (with button). Approx. 4 1/2" inseam. Easy care machine wash / dry. Imported. For coaching sports, for the gym, or for something comfortable on the golf course... order yours ONLINE right away! State Size. 2-Prs. Bike Coaches Shorts, Royal Blue ... Read more

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Moving map graphics average and maximum speed and trip timersWaterproof case with military-tough construction and rocker keypad for one-hand operationFast satellite acquisition even in the toughest conditionsFeatures 500 waypoints and 1024 track log points with 9 proximity points for steering clear of dangerous areasTracBack function allows you to reverse routes instantlyPosition averaging feature reduces positional reporting error Shipping package dimensions: 8.5x6x3 (len x wid x dep) ... Read more

Features

• 20 reversible routes with up to 30 points each, plus MOB and TracBack modes
• Large, easy-to-read display
• Keypad designed for 1-hand operation
• Built military tough

Reviews (16)

Very reliable and accurate
I have used this unit for VFR navigation in my aircraft for the last 8 years. Prior to this unit, I had a Lowrance. This unit is much better than the Lowarance.
You can get the location for all of the nav-aids and the airports on line, and enter them yourself. It is easy.
After using VOR's, and then a King Loran for years, this unit is all you need. Though not suggested, I believe you could shoot a instrument approach (GPS or NDB). Really good CDI screen. I actually have two, and use one as a cheap DME in ORD airspace!

Great GPS
I have had a GPS 12 since about 1996 and used it extensively without any problems. It is a great, solid, reliable unit. I have mountain biked, hiked, drove, geocached and backpacked with it.

I heartily recommend it to anyone needing a good basic GPS.

My only complaint about it is the battery compartment isn't waterproof. This has never been a problem for me, even in the rain, but it seems it would have been simple to make it so it could handle accidental submersion better.

Now I am handing it down as I have recently received a Foretrex 101 for Christmas and love it even more, and it cost even less.

The closest thing to the best
I owe 2 of these and just recently bought a etrex . The GPS 12 is still far better . I get a signal just about anywhere , easy to use . I've had these for years and would buy them again . There're worth every penny .

GPS 12 - A Sleeper
At first glance this device is very deceptive.No fancy color display; just a few little buttons.A closer look still deceives:No map capabilities, no external antenna hook-up; and without the batteries inside, it's almost as light as a feather.

But this unit is no lightweight when it comes to navigational support.I have kept this device in my vehicle for the past three years and have lost count of the times it has kept me from getting turned around.I can count the number of times it has kept me on the trail and back to home without a false move.I keep a detailed journal of such trips on my web site.

Even after all this time, it's still very satisfying to know that I can load in some map coordinates, and just set out to my destination, without worrying about getting there.My greatest trek to date is a 1500-mile journey to the wilderness of Maine, where we consistently hit all our marks without a hiccup.One of those days would have been impossible or ended tragically without the GPS.

Recently I decided to purchase a new GPS and considered selling the GPS 12.But after a few days with the new unit, I decided the GPS 12 still had plenty to offer me for my type of use (Off-road driving).I think it will be with me for many years to come!

Very Durable, Works Great In Hard Conditions
I've used the Garmin 12 for the last 4 years in the desert of Northwest Kenya.It has endured the sand, heat, sun and abuse I expose it to.I've never even bought a case for it!It's even tracked well in the pocket of my shorts while hiking.If you are needing a handheld GPS that is TOUGH and BASIC, this is the one for you. ... Read more

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A rugged casual shoe with an outdoor, trail heritage. Built to take you from your apartment to campsite all in one stride. Columbia products are engineered using the best technologies and highest quality materials, providing you with innovative products that are functional yet stylish and a great value.

About Columbia Sportswear
Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company has grown from a small family-owned hat distributor to one of the world's largest outerwear brands and the leading seller of skiwear in the United States. Columbia's extensive product line includes a wide variety of outerwear, sportswear, rugged footwear and accessories. Columbia specializes in developing innovative products that are functional yet stylish and offer great value. Eighty-year-old matriarch Gert Boyle, Chairman of the Board, and her son, Tim Boyle, President and CEO, lead the company. Columbia's history starts with Gert's parents, Paul and Marie Lamfrom, when they fled Germany in 1937. They bought a small hat distributorship in Portland, Oregon, and named it Columbia Hat Company, after the river bordering the city. Soon frustrated by poor deliveries from suppliers, the Lamfroms decided to start manufacturing products themselves. In 1948, Gert married college sweetheart Neal Boyle, who joined the family business and later took the helm of the growing company. When Neal suddenly died of a heart attack in 1970, Gert enlisted help from Tim, then a college senior. After that it wasn't long before business really started to take off. Columbia was one of the first companies to make jackets from waterproof/breathable fabric. They introduced the breakthrough technology called the Columbia Interchange System, in which a shell and liner combine for multiple wearing options. In the early 1980s, then 60 year-old Gert began her role as "Mother Boyle" in Columbia's successful and popular advertising campaign. In 1998 the company went public, and moved into a new era as a world leader in the active outdoor apparel industry. Today, Columbia Sportswear employs more than 1,800 people around the world and distributes and sells products in more than 50 countries and to more than 12,000 retailers internationally.

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Features

• Non-marking Omni-Grip rubber compound outsole with multi-directional lug tread pattern
• Removable, contoured EVA footbed provides cushioning and comfort
• Molded nylon shank provides torsional rigidity and support
• Sanded suede and mesh upper, gusseted tongue, synthetic toe and heel overlays
• Molded EVA midsole with exposed nylon shank

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Smartly refined with a wider decoupled outsole for enhanced impact deflection and control, the Response TRX is the frontrunner among Adidas trail running enthusiasts and racers. The flexible textile upper and stretch tongue offer the same great fit found in many Adidas running shoes, but the wider Traxion outsole with decoupled heel and flex grooves offer better stability on uneven surfaces like rocks, gravel, cinders and loose scree. 360-degree reflective elements help keep you visible to passing motorists during the early morning and early evening hours. ... Read more

Features

• Abrasion-resistant textile material with minimal moisture-absorption properties
• Stretch tongue
• Anatomically molded EVA insole enhances comfort on long runs
• 3-D TorsionReg; system midsole with adiPRENE for shock absorption
• 360-degree reflective accents for visibility in low light conditions ( pid: 19087 )

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The brick-red rubber outsoles are inspired by the kickball played on the playgrounds of your youth. Suede is lightweight and breathable. Padded collar for extra comfort. Imported. ... Read more

Features

• Suede.
• Lightweight and breathable.
• Removable sock liner.
• Fabric-lined for added breathability.
• EVA insoles.

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The 10x26 Predator provides uncommon power for a binocular of its size. Users can spot a lark perched on a tree limb from 100 yards and see it as if it were only 10 yards away. With an exit pupil of 2.6, the binocular also offers excellent light gathering ability for a unit of its size and power. The 10x26 Predator is ideal for any outdoor endeavor, regardless of the season or weather. With its water-resistant seal, users won't have to worry about rain, cold or whitewater spray. The Predator is also fogproof to define hazy objects on humid, overcast early mornings. The 10x26 ultra-light model comes as a more powerful version of Steiner's previously introduced 8x22 Predator model. ... Read more

Features

• Includes thermo-molded Predator case
• 10x magnification
• 26mm objective lenses with CAT coating for ultimate visibility
• Water-resistant seal
• Center focus dial

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Genuine leather casual sandal features cushioned insole, EVA midsole, rubber slip resistant outsole, and two velcro adjustable straps. Leather. ... Read more

Features

• Imported

Reviews (1)

A good deal
I have used this pair for about a month, and am quite satisifed with these sandals. The size sent out by the retailer matched what I'd desired, and the shipping was no hassle too. I've also played some football and baseball with them, and the sandals withstood that without much wear. To put it simply, they are pretty comfortable. ... Read more