Question from a new GPS owner

BlackCatIslander · 12-26-2006, 01:51 PM

I received a new Garmin GPSMAP 172C color GPS chartplotter for my 248LS Monterey bowrider as a Christmas gift. Does Garmin have a chip for the Lake. I know that Bizer has been working on one and may have it ready this spring. What have other Garmin owners used?

NightWing · 12-26-2006, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackCatIslander

I received a new Garmin GPSMAP 172C color GPS chartplotter for my 248LS Monterey bowrider as a Christmas gift. Does Garmin have a chip for the Lake. I know that Bizer has been working on one and may have it ready this spring. What have other Garmin owners used?

Read my posts #4+5

http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...5660#post35660

upthesaukee · 12-26-2006, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackCatIslander

I received a new Garmin GPSMAP 172C color GPS chartplotter for my 248LS Monterey bowrider as a Christmas gift. Does Garmin have a chip for the Lake. I know that Bizer has been working on one and may have it ready this spring. What have other Garmin owners used?

Here's a link to Bizer's site, and he has a link for Garmin users.

http://www.bizer.com/

BlackCatIslander · 12-28-2006, 08:59 AM

Thanks to Nightwing and to Upthesaukee for the prompt response to my question. That is what makes this site so great.

NHskier · 02-03-2007, 04:58 PM

Bizer has just updated his Garmin page: http://bizer.com/garmin

"At last Bizer has something that can be displayed on a Garmin, handheld GPS. The chart is not complete by any means, but just getting something was a large accomplishment on Bizer’s part. Bizer was unable to complete the Garmin project for 2007. So, for 2007, we're offering version G1 of Bizer's Garmin file."

See the website for details.

As a new boater, adding a chartplotter/gps unit would be very helpful in learning my way around. (Of course always with a paper chart, too.) Being able to go with a Garmin unit that can also be used in the car or motorcycle is very attractive. The 276c unit shown in the website photos looks like a great setup in combo with the auto kit.

NHskier

John E · 02-07-2007, 09:07 AM

Si if I am going to buy a portable Garmin, can someone make a recommendation as to which one?

NHskier · 02-07-2007, 09:39 PM

Since the 276C is mentioned on Bizer's Garmin page and since there are several screen shots using a 276C, I'm assuming that will be one of the units supported. Given the comments on Garmin using different media types, I expect the list of supported units will be limited.

After seeing the upcoming availability of Bizer's chart for Garmin, I poked around a few websites last weekend looking at reviews on the 276C, as I like having the ability to use it in the boat or car or motorcycle. The vast majority of reviews & comments I saw were positive. Looks to be a solid unit, screen well visible even in direct sunlight, good battery life.

So as long as the 276C is one of the supported units I'll probably go with that. Good pricing is running about $500, plus $200 for the auto kit. But I'm holding off buying until I know for sure that it'll be supported by Bizer, and want to have the chance to compare the different units.

NHskier

KBoater · 02-07-2007, 10:35 PM

In March Garmin releases new models. The left stock of old model may be on sale.

John SC · 02-08-2007, 10:03 AM

Garmin has great toys, but they really won't help you on the Lake right now. From what I can see, Garmin is now to the stage where the maps identify the islands by name. No bouys, shoals, etc..
I don't know all brands, but I know Lowrance is well supported, and the graphics for the Lake include depth, marinas, etc.
The Garmin Car/Boat GPS seems great, and I don't know of any other brand that was clever enough to think of it. The down side is for the Lake Winnipesaukee area, you'll probably only use it in the car for at least this year. The Lake Maps are running about a year late for Garmin. I wouldn't bet my GPS purchase that it will be out in time for me to use it in 2007.
But that is just me.
Great Site! Good luck to all on the Fishing Derby Weekend!

Chris Craft · 02-13-2007, 10:29 AM

Do the new color ones work better out in the light?

12-26-2006, 01:51 PM	#1
BlackCatIslander Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 201 Thanks: 52 Thanked 17 Times in 11 Posts	Question from a new GPS owner I received a new Garmin GPSMAP 172C color GPS chartplotter for my 248LS Monterey bowrider as a Christmas gift. Does Garmin have a chip for the Lake. I know that Bizer has been working on one and may have it ready this spring. What have other Garmin owners used?

02-03-2007, 04:58 PM	#5
NHskier Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 284 Thanks: 40 Thanked 33 Times in 30 Posts	Bizer on Garmin - coming soon! Bizer has just updated his Garmin page: http://bizer.com/garmin "At last Bizer has something that can be displayed on a Garmin, handheld GPS. The chart is not complete by any means, but just getting something was a large accomplishment on Bizer’s part. Bizer was unable to complete the Garmin project for 2007. So, for 2007, we're offering version G1 of Bizer's Garmin file." See the website for details. As a new boater, adding a chartplotter/gps unit would be very helpful in learning my way around. (Of course always with a paper chart, too.) Being able to go with a Garmin unit that can also be used in the car or motorcycle is very attractive. The 276c unit shown in the website photos looks like a great setup in combo with the auto kit. NHskier

02-07-2007, 09:39 PM	#7
NHskier Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 284 Thanks: 40 Thanked 33 Times in 30 Posts	Garmin units Since the 276C is mentioned on Bizer's Garmin page and since there are several screen shots using a 276C, I'm assuming that will be one of the units supported. Given the comments on Garmin using different media types, I expect the list of supported units will be limited. After seeing the upcoming availability of Bizer's chart for Garmin, I poked around a few websites last weekend looking at reviews on the 276C, as I like having the ability to use it in the boat or car or motorcycle. The vast majority of reviews & comments I saw were positive. Looks to be a solid unit, screen well visible even in direct sunlight, good battery life. So as long as the 276C is one of the supported units I'll probably go with that. Good pricing is running about $500, plus $200 for the auto kit. But I'm holding off buying until I know for sure that it'll be supported by Bizer, and want to have the chance to compare the different units. NHskier

02-07-2007, 10:35 PM	#8
KBoater Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Wolfeboro Posts: 521 Thanks: 10 Thanked 29 Times in 15 Posts	Garmin In March Garmin releases new models. The left stock of old model may be on sale. __________________ Home Permanently in NH

12-28-2006, 08:59 AM	#4
BlackCatIslander Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 201 Thanks: 52 Thanked 17 Times in 11 Posts	Thanks Thanks to Nightwing and to Upthesaukee for the prompt response to my question. That is what makes this site so great.

02-07-2007, 09:07 AM	#6
John E Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 58 Thanks: 2 Thanked 8 Times in 5 Posts	Si if I am going to buy a portable Garmin, can someone make a recommendation as to which one?

02-08-2007, 10:03 AM	#9
John SC Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Garmin has great toys, but they really won't help you on the Lake right now. From what I can see, Garmin is now to the stage where the maps identify the islands by name. No bouys, shoals, etc.. I don't know all brands, but I know Lowrance is well supported, and the graphics for the Lake include depth, marinas, etc. The Garmin Car/Boat GPS seems great, and I don't know of any other brand that was clever enough to think of it. The down side is for the Lake Winnipesaukee area, you'll probably only use it in the car for at least this year. The Lake Maps are running about a year late for Garmin. I wouldn't bet my GPS purchase that it will be out in time for me to use it in 2007. But that is just me. Great Site! Good luck to all on the Fishing Derby Weekend!

02-13-2007, 10:29 AM	#10
Chris Craft Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 120 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Do the new color ones work better out in the light?