The Best Handheld GPS of 2024 There’s no need to rely on your smartphone or smartwatch for navigation. We rounded up the best handheld GPS devices for finding your way. Written by Austin Beck-Doss, Justin La Vigne and Nick LeFort September 24, 2024
Backcountry Communication: Using Satellite Communicators, PLBs, Apps, and More From backcountry satellite communication devices to PLBs, two-way radios, and more, here are the tools you can use to contact the outside world or to… Written by David Young February 15, 2024
Cut the Cord and Get Lost — This Solar-Powered GPS Lasts Forever: Garmin eTrex Solar Review Spare batteries, begone; the solar receiver on the new Garmin eTrex Solar is so sensitive that even reflected sunlight off my sunglasses powers it. Written by Nick LeFort January 02, 2024
Garmin Launches First ‘Infinite Battery’ Handheld GPS Device If you’re embarking on a monthslong expedition into the wilderness, Garmin’s latest GPS device can go the distance — without a recharge. Written by Andrew McLemore November 17, 2023
First Look: Garmin Alpha 300 Series Handhelds and Dog Collars Tracking your dog is one of the most important aspects of taking working pups into the field. The Garmin Alpha 300 Series takes tracking to… Written by Rachelle Schrute May 11, 2023
Sunny Suunto: ‘Vertical’ Sports Watch Gets Solar Charging, Offline Maps The Suunto Vertical is a new pinnacle watch from the Finnish brand. I tested its new mapping, solar charging, and more in this first-look review. Written by Sean McCoy May 09, 2023
Infinite Battery Life — And a Built-In Flashlight? Garmin Introduces the Instinct 2X Solar What good is a GPS smartwatch in the wilderness if you have to charge it every night? The Garmin Instinct 2X Solar keeps you running. Written by Rachelle Schrute April 13, 2023
Garmin Alpha 200i Review: An Impressive GPS Dog Training Device The Garmin Alpha 200i combines remarkable GPS technology with enhanced dog training capabilities in one reliable unit. Written by Douglas Spale February 09, 2023
onX Offroad Gets Snowmobile-Focused Updates: Access SNOTEL Data, Updated Snow Mode With onX Offroad’s timely 2022 update, snowmobile lovers have a new option for staying safe while exploring the backcountry. Written by Andrew McLemore November 11, 2022
Communicate, Navigate Off-Grid & Off-Road: Garmin Tread Overland Review The Garmin Tread brings everything users love about off-grid navigation and communication into a single device. That’s great for some, but not all. Written by Andy Lilienthal June 06, 2022
New Gaia GPS Overland Maps Help You Plan, Navigate, and Explore Gaia GPS adds overlander-specific maps to make sure you know when and where you can drive, camp, and explore. Even offline. Written by Evan Williams May 23, 2022
New Rugged Garmin Tread Off-Road GPS Units Combine Navigation and Communication The GPS giant expands on its extra-rugged Garmin Tread series with three new weather-resistant GPS systems just in time for the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show. Written by Jilli Cluff January 05, 2022
