GPS Training Podcast – Episode 1

Show notes - Episode 1 Who we are? 1. Today we have Jon and Andy, but on future webinars we are going to bring in some guests and people we work alongside here at GPS Training. 2. Jon, managing director Shepherds Walks Ltd who is the parent company of GPS training. 3. Andy, the reviewer, tech support and all round ‘geek’ (in a nice way) of GPS Training. What is this podcast all about? 1. It will be a monthly affair and I suspect will evolve over time. 2. It will consist of reviews, training chat, top GPS and route planning tips, and we will answer any questions you have regarding outdoor GPS units. 3. It will all (hopefully) be delivered in casual, relaxed manner that will make for some easy listening. 4. It will be available on our web site and over time you will be able to download it from iTunes, Google, Soundcloud and other places you download your podcasts from. 5. Please do feedback after you have listened to any of our podcast as so we can grow over time to make it the ‘must listen’ podcast on the web. Who are GPS Training? Largest independent retailer of GPS units in UK, why is that and what makes us unique. 1. We don’t just sell a box with a GPS in, we teach you how to use it in with the price via webinars and online resource. 2. We use every day the GPS units we sell so we can offer impartial honest advice. Largest GPS training provider in UK 1. We deliver nationwide courses, these are physical courses – South Downs, New Forrest, Cotswolds, Northamptonshire, Sherwood Forest, Lakes, Northumberland and Perth. 2. We deliver webinars, live seminars and of course we have the online resource, but more about that later So, without further ado let’s get on with today’s webinar …… In today’s webinar we are going to look and chat over the following – 1. Chat over and review of the new SatMap Active 20 - 2 months on 2. Garmin BaseCamp – what is it and how can Garmin users utilise it? 3. The best mid-range Garmin GPS device – units under £350.00 4. The big debate – can you plan routes on your GPS unit? 5. New course location – New Forest 6. Top tips – both Garmin and SatMap 7. And finally – what are we up to over the coming month 1. Chat over and review of the new SatMap Active 20 - 2 months on Likes: 1. Large 3.5” Hi Res Tough Gorilla Glass Screen 2. High Res maps with very quick buffering when moving 3. Dual button and Touch great for winter using buttons but nice to have ability to touch screen for speed 4. Strong satellite lock now using Gallileo we have seen 1.5 metres 5. Large battery good life 5000mah 6. IP68 High Weather rating 7. Updates via wifi Dislike: 1.