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 Garmin GPSMap 76 Handheld GPS Navigator $399.99 The maps are nice, but the user interface is lacking. We travel all over Michigan and visit many lakes and this unit works great after loading the necessary maps, to see where you are. The only problem is when we are looking for a set of GPS coordintes, it is nice to see the compass and the coordinates on the same screen, like the older garmin 12 was able to do. With this unit you cannot get both on the same screen. The compass is on one screen, and you position is on another. If you are looking for an exact spot, it is nice to see your coordintes change and the N S E W heading as you are moving, otherwise you have to guess which way is up, so to speak, especially when you are in a boat moving around quite a bit.  Classic Accessories Silver-Tech Polyester Pedal Boat Cover (Silver, Fits 3 or 5 Person Boat) $34.99 Price paid was significantly cheaper than the Pelican factory ones, so I'd put that on the plus side. The fit, however, is less than ideal and it has been disrupted in heavy rain storms. To be fair, this boat sits exposed to New England northeast winds so conditions can be less than ideal at times. I've only had the product for about a month but have seen the spots where excess material causes the wind to get underneath it. With the addition of velcro strips(bought at any hardware store), I should be better able to customize the fit. To this point, the cover is better than not having any, but there is room for improvement.  Boat Behind $0.99 BOAT BEHIND is a delightful track from the new Kings of Convenience album DECLARATION OF DEPENDENCE. The "Kings" are Erlend ye and Eirik Glambek Be, Norway's new millennial Simon & Garfunkel. It's been five years since their last album, and with lyrics like "So we meet again after several years... of separation/Moving on moving around/Did we spend this time chasing the other's tail?" this song could be about two lost lovers or two childhood friends getting back to work together. If you're not familiar with their work, check out this track. You just might discover your new favorite band. |
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