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Good call @Boyd, “due diligence” is a worthy endeavor:

Speaking of data sets, here is another one that may be of interest: My Environment | US EPA

1.55 Mile Loop

Hike began at the "Bortons Rd Trailhead".

Evening sights and sounds at Goshen Pond Campsite 14 on May 12, 2022.

:D Thankfully the SAR officers stressed a map and compass (essential gear) for our kits. GPS devices were optional, their advantage being a faster way to determine the coordinates. In fact our team captain told me I failed the bushwhacking exercise because I never took out my map and compass...

@Boyd: Now I'm scratching my head. Why in the world were the external antenna types recommended? The only other reasons coming to mind may be the map types available, buttons on the device or larger screen size since the internal capabilities were the same. Difficult to remember the details from...

I concur. The chipset should be the important component. Years ago when I volunteered for the New Jersey Search & Rescue teams a gear list was distributed to us. I'm almost certain we were told that the best GPS devices to own for SAR missions were the units with a MGRS datum selection for...

@Boyd: I'll second your hard copy recommendation, especially as a "Goto" if signal is lost. I recently donated a Garmin eTrex 20x Handheld to a fellow hiker who mainly does above timberline trails. Trails with tree canopies for shade and wind blockage is my personal preference. The satellite...

@Boyd: You're on target. My reminder on how slow I hiked. Almost 5 hours to complete 6 miles. :cool:

@enormiss: Good idea! "473 Results" found using the keywords "shaking thumping".

@TommyP: Yep, a perfect day for spending time outside. :)

Possible solution - Avenza Maps (PDF). During a 2 overnight backpacking trip in the Dolly Sods Wilderness in WV the Avenza Maps mobile phone app kept us on track when signal was lost. The PDF map was download at home then referenced several times while on the trails. The arrow icon on the lower...

A long long long time ago I would take my car to a mile stretch of smooth roadway rarely traveled. At a speed of close to 60 MPH or higher I would shift the transmission into neutral. If the vibration or noise stopped then the drive train was suspect. If the vibration or noise continued, then...

AWESOME videos! Truly utilizing a digital device to it's full potential.