Golf GPS Guide

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Are You 125 Yds or 165 Yds from the Green? Don't Guess With Golf GPS

Golf GPS devices give you the distance from your lie to the green. There's no need to guess, anymore. No need to judge by your own markers, like bunkers, sprinklers or trees. Today, a Golf GPS unit is as necessary as your putter! There are as many different models on the market as there are golf clubs. The purpose of my lens is to help you decide which Golf GPS model will fit your needs so that you too, can consistantly beat your best round.

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Easily Learn the Distance to the Green- Select Your Club With Confidence

So, now that you've decided to purchase a Golf GPS unit, you'll want to select one based upon your needs and wants.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN CHOOSING A GOLF GPS UNIT!
* Displays distance to FRONT, CENTER,BACK of Green
* Display RESOLUTION and Color Quality
* Screen Lighting and READABILITY
* Number of Fairway Target/Distances
* Number of COURSES that can be STORED in Memory
* Number of Courses in Manufacturer's Library
* Are there any SPECIAL FEATURES ?
* Is it Easy to Hold and Use (One Hand Operation?)
* BATTERY Type and Life
* Is it Compatible with your System? (PC and/or MAC)
* Is it WATERPROOF or WATER RESISTANT ?
* How much is the annual SUBSCRIPTION FEE ?
* Length of Warranty
* What is the PRICE of the unit?

There are many models manufactured by several companies, including Garmin (a leader in GPS technology),manufacturer of GolfLogix, SkyGolf, manufacturer of SkyCaddie and L1 Technologies, manufacturer of iGolf. Here's a look at the best
and most popular models from each of these companies.

Golf GPS Video Says It All

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GolfLogix GPS-8 by GARMIN

An Easy to Use, Mid Priced Golf GPS Unit

GARMIN GolfLogix GPS-8
* Very EASY To USE, as it automatically
advances the display to reveal distances to the
Front, Back and Center to Green, and Distance
to Six Hazards per hole, as well as the distance
of your last shot. No buttons to press.
* Holds 20 Golf Course Maps in memory
* Database of over 15,000 courses
* Excellent Screen Visibility in sunlight and
backlighting in darkness.
* Small and Lightweight (5.3 ounces)
* Uses 2 AA Alkaline Batteries- 18 Hr Life
* PC and MAC Compatible
* WaterPROOF
* $29.95 per year subscription
* Warranty- 1 Year
* PRICE: $299.95

SkyCaddie SG-5 by SkyGolf

Advanced Feature Golf GPS Unit

SkyCaddie SG-5
* EASY One Handed Use- Shape of Unit, as well as thinness, makes for comfortable one-handed operation.
Fits easily in the palm of your hand. Compact. Select readings to Front, Center, Back of Green, to multiple hazards/targets and distance of your last shot, using soft, well placed keys.
* Holds 10 Golf Course Maps in Memory
* Database of over 17,000 courses
* Large High Resolution Color Screen
* AUTOMATIC Screen Backlighting for Easy Readability
* Thin and Lightweight (5.5 ounces)
* Uses Lithium RECHARGEABLE Batteries-14 Hr. Life
* PC and MAC Compatible
* Water Resistant Case
* 3 Membership Plans
BIRDIE-Unlimited Courses in Your State $29.95
EAGLE- Unlimited Courses in Your Country $49.95
DOUBLE EAGLE- Unlimited Courses Worldwide $59.95
*** Note: EAGLE Plan is the Most Popular
* Warranty- 30 Days
* PRICE: $429.95

***ADVANCED FEATURE: This model makes use of SkyGolf's patented IntelliGreen technology. This
presents the golfer with a sharp color view of the green and the technology that enables the measurement of the full depth of the green from any
approach angle.

Golf Buddie Tour

Sophisticated Unit without the Fees

Golf Buddy Tour
*Easy To Use. One handed use.
Reads Distances to Front, Center and Back of Green
as well as Distances to Targets, Hazards and Bunkers.

* Comes Pre-Loaded with Course Maps in North America

*20,000 Course Storage Capacity

* High Quality Color Screen, with intelligent
green technology

* Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery

* Waterproof Screen

* NO ANNUAL FEES

* 90 day Warranty

* Price: $429.99
* September 1st, 2008 Availability

iGolf GPS Caddie II by L1 Technologies

Value Priced Golf GPS with Large Course Database

iGolf GPS Caddie II
* Easy One Button Control provides Distances to Front, Center and Back of Green as well as Distances to 8 Fairway Hazards
* Holds 40 Golf Course Maps in Memory
* Database Library of Over 40,000 Courses
* Large LCD Screen
* Uses 2-AA Alkaline or Rechargeable Batteries
with14 Hour Life
* PC Compatible (Not MAC Compatible)
* Weather Resistant Case
* $29.95 per Year Membership
* Warranty- 30 Days
* PRICE: $229.95

iGolf Neo by L1 Technologies

Basic Inexpensive GPS Unit

iGolf Neo GPS

* Measures Distances to Front, Center and Back of Green as well as 4 targets (Fairway Hazards and Bunkers)
* Holds 10 Golf Course Maps in Memory
* Database of over 30,000 Courses
* Screen is small, but unit is compact and
Weighs only 2.5 ounces.
* Uses Internal Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
with 16 hour Life
* PC Compatible (Not MAC Compatible)
* Water Resistant
* $29.95 per Year Membership
* Warranty- 30 Days
* PRICE: $149.99

Which Golf GPS Model Should You Buy ?

The Answer My Friends Is Blowin In The Wind

SkyCaddie SG-5
Pro:
If price is NOT a factor in your decision, then the SkyCaddie SG-5 with all of its advanced features is the best choice. I personally like the color screen, with automatic backlighting to make it easy to use in both dark and bright light. The IntelliGreen technology give you a measurement that allows you to make a more educated club selection decision. The use of rechargeable lithium batteries is another advantage.
Con:
It only holds 10 course maps in memory. For most golfers that is more than adequate...How about you?
The Eagle and Double Eagle Membership Plans can be expensive for some golfers.

GolfLogix GPS-8
Pro:
Easy, No buttons to press. Automatically presents the data.
Holds 20 course maps in memory
WaterPROOF Case
Good Value at the pricepoint.
Full ONE YEAR Warranty

Con:
Uses AA Alkaline Batteries...No Rechargeable batteries.
No control in selecting readings...it's automatic
Screen is smaller than others. Not Color Screen.

iGolf GPS Caddie II
Pros: Very Good Value at that price
Holds 40 course maps in memory
Large course database of over 30,000 courses

Cons:
Heaviest of the three units at 6.3 ounces.
No rechargeable batteries
One button control
No MAC Compatibility

iGolf Neo
Pros:
Low Price
Lightweight and Compact
Rechargeable Lithion-ion battery

Con:
Holds only 10 Course Maps in memory
Not MAC Compatible

I hope this helps you sort out which unit fits your needs and wallet.

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