The GPS Advisor

Does my Dog Need a GPS Tracking System?

Some people are “blessed” with a dog that likes to explore the planet without you. When I was a boy, I had a beautiful Siberian husky named Copper that would make it a point to dig out of the yard every single morning to explore her world.

No one told me that Siberian’s were born to run, and had little regard for staying where their owners want them to be. Each morning, I would get on my bike and ride for miles to find Copper.

Today - because of dog GPS tracking systems - there is no need to guess where your adventurous dog may be roaming. Read the rest of this entry »

Verdict: “Best Entry-Level GPS Running Watch”

If your budget is limited (to about 100 bucks) and you want to add GPS functionality to your workouts or training regimen, look no further than the Garmin Forerunner 101 GPS running watch.

Having survived my 25 year running career with a handy digital watch, I was amazed to see what Garmin has packed into this wrist-top GPS running computer.

I like the simplicity and basic functions of this virtual training partner as well as the very low entry price, unless you want to hook it up to your PC - then go with the next step up. Read the rest of this entry »

Verdict: “Excellent Entry-level GPS Wrist Watch”

The Garmin Foretrex 101 GPS wrist watch is a new addition to the Foretrex 201 line, but in a more economical package with great features.

We are quite amazed at the sheer number of features that Garmin has packed into this fairly compact unit. After may years of carrying around a general handheld GPS unit, this is a refreshing alternative.

Heavy-Duty Features in a Little Package

Garmin claims that the Foretrex 101 has the same features at the Foretrex 201, but at a more economical price point, including PC interface capabilities for downloading waypoints, tracks and routes, and operation on two AAA batteries. Read the rest of this entry »

Verdict: “Excellent High-Powered GPS Running Watch”

The Garmin Forerunner 305 is a high-end GPS runners watch that is ideal for serious athletes and trail runners looking for serious backcountry adventures.

Garmin never disappoints when it comes to GPS features and this unit is no exception. This is the GPS running watch I would buy today (if price were not a factor), because of it’s extensive features, sleek design, and Garmin reliability & performance. Read the rest of this entry »

Amazing Features to Jump-Start Your Training

GPS watches are the newest “must-have” training devices in the world of outdoor athletics and multi-sport adventures. Both professional and amateur athletes embracing the GPS technology of the pros to make their athletic pursuits more enjoyable and survivable.

As an amateur triathlete, I am very excited about the possiblities of using a GPS watch to help me get through the long training sessions as well as the sometimes grueling races.

The explosion of the GPS watch market has happened because elite athletes, as well as amateur multi-sport athletes are buying them to improve training and race day performance. Read the rest of this entry »

Verdict: The Perfect GPS for Hunters - No Question!

GPS dog tracking systems for hunters is a fairly new product category in the rapidly expanding GPS marketplace - and what a huge bonus for today’s hunters.

Although old-school hunters like to hang bells on their dogs, a new breed of hunters are looking to leverage technology to enhance their hunting experiences.

The Garmin Astro 220 GPS is just the ticket for the modern hunter and is definitely the best product out there. We love that you can use it as a regular GPS, as well as add more dogs by buying more collars. Read the rest of this entry »

If You Hunt with Dogs, Read this Article!

As you know, your hunting dogs are your most precious asset and you invest plenty of time in care, feeding and the training of them over the years. Most of you would do just about anything for your loyal and trusty hounds.

We have found a nifty device (the Garmin Astro 220) that tracks multiple dogs using GPS technology, as well as providing you, the hunter, with some tools to improve your hunting results. If that sounds good, then read on!

After looking at the top GPS dog tracking systems on the market, we have unanimously concluded that the Garmin Astro 220 dog tracking system is by far the best GPS tracking unit out there for hunters. We will tell you why the Garmin Astro is the best in this article, as well as upcoming posts. Stay tuned! Read the rest of this entry »

With triathlons as competitive as they are today, it is not surprising that there is a surge of amateur atheletes who are utliizing the GPS technology of the pros to make our athletic pursuits more enjoyable and survivable.

As an very amateur triathlete, I am very jazzed about the potential of using a GPS watch to help me get through the long training sessions as well as the grueling races.

A GPS Watch Keeps Your Training Log

Anyone who has ever trained for and competed in a triathlon knows the immense amount of preparation, coordination and dedication that is required. Additionally, training for a multi-sport event is such a significant undertaking, we want to see the results of our hard work.

Most triathletes keep a written log of their long journey in training to racing to see their progress and plan ahead. Instead of spending all of that time writing, why not let your handy GPS watch log your endless hours of training, distance, heart rate data, and other training data? Read the rest of this entry »