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Welcome back! I’m Marcus, your host here at Garmin’s training video series.
I brought something super exciting with me today, and I hope you’re just as excited to hear about it.
From Hiker or Geocacher, to Mountain Biker or Kayaker,
you’ll want to explore more with one of these, the GPSMAP 66 series, handheld GPS.
The 66 series comes in three flavors – the 66s, the 66st, and the 66i.
Now what’s the difference in each of these units you ask?
Well, there really aren’t a lot of differences as much as there are big differences. Let me explain.
They all have the same common features that we’ll touch on in a moment.
While the 66s is the most basic of the three, it’s way more than a basic handheld.
The 66st adds TOPO mapping, and the 66i adds TOPO mapping and inReach technology.
So, let’s jump right in and talk about what these units have in common.
Each of these units have a bright, beautiful, sunlight-readable, 3-inch display for easy viewing.
They also have a built-in altimeter for accurate elevation data, barometer for weather change predictions,
and a 3-axis compass so you can keep your bearings whether you’re moving or not.
We call these features A-B-C for short – altimeter, barometer, compass. See what we did there?
Not only do these handhelds track GPS – the U.S. satellite system,
but they also track GLONASS – the Russian satellite system, as well as Galileo – the European satellite system.
This multi-system support allows for better reception and accuracy than GPS alone.
Combine all of these features together and you’ve got yourself a handheld GPS that’s not only easy on the eyes,
but you‘ll be able to track and navigate in some of the most challenging environments.
To compliment those navigation features, we wanted to take a step further to help you find your way.
With the 66 Series, you’ll get direct-to-device downloads of BirdsEye Satellite Imagery,
without an annual subscription. That’s right! No subscription.
With BirdsEye, you’ll get a better picture of your location with high-resolution, photolike views so you can see where you’re headed.
You’ll see a true representation of your surroundings such as trails, trailheads, clearings, and so much more.
No more downloading BirdsEye to the computer, then uploading to the device.
Since the 66 series has direct-to-device downloads, all you need is a Wi-Fi connection to download the area you want the imagery for.
And if you want even more detailed maps of terrain contours, elevations, and other geographical points,
the preloaded TOPO maps in the 66st and 66i allow you to see more detail than ever for every hill and valley.
If that’s not enough, the 66 Series also has expanded wireless connectivity.
By connecting the handheld to a compatible smartphone through Bluetooth,
you can receive Active Weather updates including up-to-date weather forecasts,
and a live weather radar so you can stay tuned to the conditions that may affect your adventure.
Even if you’re offline and have no cell service, the 66 Series pairs with the Garmin Explore mobile app.
This app is an incredible tool, allowing you to plan, review and sync data such as waypoints, routes and tracks.
Plus, you can review completed activities while you’re still out and about, even if you’re off the grid.
Once you’re back in the comfort of your own home,
you can plan your future trips and review previous activities from the Garmin Explore website.
Now if you’re looking for the best of the best, look no further.
Precise navigation meets global communication in the GPSMAP 66i.
That’s right! The 66i has all the great features that we’ve discussed so far and adds inReach technology.
With onboard inReach technology, you can trigger an interactive SOS to the GEOS search and rescue monitoring center.
It also enables two-way text messaging and LiveTrack location sharing, all through the 100% global Iridium satellite network,
allowing you to stay in contact with your family and friends while on your adventure.
For more information on inReach technology,
be sure to check out one of our inReach videos where we discuss these features more in-depth.
Clearly, each of these handhelds are designed to work hard and they do a lot.
So, what kind of battery life should you expect with these units? I’m glad you asked.
The 66s and 66st both operate on 2 AA batteries, getting up to 16 hours of battery life.
For an even longer battery life, you can enable Expedition mode.
Now this mode will turn off the screen, Bluetooth connections, ANT+ connections,
and adjust the track recording to give you up to 1 week of battery life for those extra long expeditions.
The 66i, on the other hand, has an internal lithium battery,
giving you up to 35 hours of battery life while using inReach technology, while saving your location every 10 minutes.
You can enable Expedition mode on the 66i as well,
giving you up to 200 hours of battery life, while saving your location every 30 minutes.
As you can see, the 66 Series is an absolute beast, and built for some tough treks.
So, if you’re an adventure junkie and you want a GPS handheld that can keep up with you and the paces you’ll put it through,
you’re going to want one of these today!
Discover and navigate your next outdoor adventure with the GPSMAP 66 Series handhelds.
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