GPS Training Podcast

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  • Keeping you up to date with everything going on in the world of outdoor GPS navigation
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  • GPS Training Podcast – number 107

    GPS Training Podcast – number 107
    Mar 1 2025
    In this episode of the GPS Training podcast, we cover: 1. Suunto Range of Watches We break down Suunto's latest lineup, highlighting the differences in display types, battery life, size, and navigation features. From the vibrant AMOLED screens of the Race and Race S to the solar-powered, ultra-long battery life of the Suunto Vertical, we compare how they stack up against competitors like the Garmin Fenix 8. We also share real-world insights from the Spine Challenger North winner, who put these watches to the test on a gruelling 160-mile challenge! 2. Exclusive Interview with Paul Grundy We’ve got a special mid-month episode featuring Paul Grundy—don’t miss it! 3. Best GPS for Mountain Biking – TwoNav Roc If you’re looking for the best GPS unit for mountain biking, we explain why the TwoNav Roc is a top contender. With compact design, robust durability, high-accuracy satellite tracking, and cost-effective mapping, it’s ideal for riders tackling tough trails. 4. Andy’s Top Tips This month, Andy shares practical tips on getting the most out of your GPS devices, including: Suunto Race Quick Controls – How to quickly access key settings during activity. TwoNav Display Optimisation – Keep the display on for real-time tracking but conserve battery with quick adjustments.
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    42 mins
  • GPS Training Podcast – number 106

    GPS Training Podcast – number 106
    Feb 20 2025
    In this special 'mid-month' podcast we interview Paul Grundy, winner of the Winter Spine Challenger North 2025
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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • GPS Training Podcast – number 105

    GPS Training Podcast – number 105
    Feb 1 2025
    In this month’s podcast The New Montana 710/ 710i and 760i Outdoor GPS Shop Podcast Garmin BaseCamp and other route planning options Andy’s Top Tips 1. Garmin Montana 710, 710i and 760i What are the differences between the 710, 710i and 760i? Upgrades - - USBC – we put an an adapter - Double the memory – 16gb to 32gb - The ability to download free Topo Active maps other regions – also via wifi now if you add wifi via Garmin express first this should change - Improved battery life – 18 hours > 24 hours Garmin Montana 710 Garmin Montana 710i Garmin Montana 760i Review - New Garmin Montana series of outdoor GPS units 2. OGPS Podcast What is the Outdoor GPS Shop How does it vary from GPS Training Abigail and Ian (AI), the hosts Outdoor GPS Shop podcast - https://outdoorgpsshop.podbean.com/ Shorter episodes on x 1 subject Review - Coros Apex 2 Pro Essential walking kit The Garmin GPSMAP67 – review Weather in the Hills Mobile phone app or GPS unit? An introduction to Abigail and Ian Saturday morning – Winter Safety Sunday morning – The Power of Dual Frequency Please do hunt out on whatever platform you listen to podcasts in and give it a listen. It has really grown on me and the more episodes we put out the better the AI is learning, I listened to the review on the Coros this morning and could not fault it 3. Garmin BaseCamp and other options Garmin BaseCamp – extras prox alarms, covert routes to tracks, lots of tools for trimming down easily, no wifi required, allows TBT routes for National parks or cycling Maps can be slow to load, split into regions more complex Free OS planner – free & simple, maps will get updates, no turn by turn no extra tools as Basecamp , only GB not abroad Memory Map – Familiarity if have been using for along time Quo OS own app/online planner OS does have a snap to path mix and match ,More tablet / mobile phone friendly then connect app on phone to transfer works well Garmin Explore App – free , can use with no wifi , for GB maps not detailed no OS, can be slow syncing careful not to wipe routes of unit already – have added new videos to online resource Etre SE & Solar that have no maps will transmit GPS signal to explore app to see yourself on explore map Pros/ cons of each Andy’s Top Tips Garmin New 710, 760 do have a slightly larger capacity battery but there are still things you can do to help: Tap power button backlight down Main menu setup display – backlight time out 30 secs, battery save on screen off after 30 seconds Setup wifi off if not using + Setup Phone off if not using Setup – system – Satellite change to GPS only If you are leaving screen on not on Map TwoNav If you import route into device from OS sometimes no elevation you can add it as follows: From maps menu make sure you have a 3d map selected i.e westerne Europe relief or the UK-Ireland high res 3d From routes menu select your route , tap on route top of screen and if no elevation after tapping route to see overview screen select 3 white dots bottom right – select Edit and select import altitudes - Video just added to online resource Mod 6 unit 6
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    1 hr and 5 mins

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