Which GPS bean bag holder?

CavemanCharlie wrote:
I don't have a GPS. I'm wondering why do you need it mounted right in front of you?

I do look up directions on my computer before I leave on a long trip. But then I just write them down and carry them in the center console. I then memorize a couple of turns ahead and when I have to I read a couple of more ahead at a stop light or stop sign. I usually have someone else with me to read them to me too.

Besides doesn't the GPS talk to you in a sexy voice? The ones on the movies always do.

The sexy voice basically only talks to you when it's time to make a turn. Or to tell you that she's 'recalculating' because you're an idiot and are going the wrong way.


It's all about visual information.

Mine will show me which lane to move to (left side or right side) when preparing to exit. This can be a lifesaver when you're on an Interstate and it merges with another and then you find that you will need to 'unmerge' and exit in a short distance (think going thru Atlanta).

Mine also provides an accurate digital readout of ground speed, the ETA to my destination as well as total miles to go. This helps for fuel, food, and rest stop planning.

It constantly updates and shows the changing distance to my next turn. I can also pull up a listing that shows all upcoming segments that are part of the route. The listing will also include miles to be traveled for each segment.

It shows the speed limit of the road you're on, provides visual warnings for upcoming curves, low clearances, and when you are about to cross a state border.

It shows the nearest mile marker on the interstate as well as closest town and which county I'm currently driving through.

It provides a nice visual reference to my next exit.

I can zoom in or out. Zooming in helps immensely when I'm in a strange town and trying to find a campground I've never been to before. I zoom in the scale and then I can see how many cross streets I need to drive past to get to the one I need to turn down. This is especially nice at night.

I know there's more but these are the highlights for me.

Tim