Plot routes with a GPS on Linux & Google maps
Iceman writes “Here’s how to use a Garmin Edge to Plot Cycle Routes with Google Maps on Linux” – Link.
GPS
DIY waterproof GPS datalogger
Steve writes in about the Sparkfun GPS data loggers, he built a waterproof version – “That unit from SFE is excellent! I packaged one in a waterproof case and use it for recording kayak and boat jaunts… I just nestled the hardware into a carved foam insert inside a SealLine Electronic Case. The wee antenna […]
DIY GPS logger
Momnopole writes “In the current spate of discussions about GPS loggers I’m surprised you haven’t mentioned SparkFun’s kit. It not only provides a cheap kit for logging GPS to standard SD cards in a package smaller than a credit card but it also directly writes Keyhole Markup Language (.KML) files which may be instantly viewed […]
HOW TO – Garmin eTrex data cable
Jens writes – “I have read your blog entries for GPS data loggers. Instead of getting one of those stand-alone data loggers, I would suggest to get a Garmin e-Trex. This is a standard GPS handheld receiver for outdoor use. They sell for about 100$, collect 10000 data points and run 22 hours on AA […]
A cheaper cheaper GPS logger…
MAKE reader Sprg writes in with another GPS logger – “Here is a cheaper one yet. And it has more features too! Bluetooth, USB, 10 hr battery life, adjustable log intervals… On sale for $94.99! Wintec WBT-200“ – Link.
Cheap(er) GPS data logger
Scottiedog writes in with a cheaper GPS logger – “…I have used the unit at Omni Instruments and it’s down to $125.00 each at the moment including a rechargeable battery. Excellent value. Its amazing all the places you get to in one week :)” – Link. Update: Jeffry writes “Evermore DL-200 Vehicle Tracking Device With […]
TrackStick GPS data logger
An always logging GPS device for $249… little pricey, but I’ve made and re-made tons of GPS loggers, so I might try this out – “Containing 1MB of memory it can store up to 4000 records allowing for months of travel. When the TrackStick is not moving, memory is not used. The record interval is […]
