DennyTuna
RIP-Logan-Dylan-Never forgotten!
- Joined
- Jan 28, 2017
- Messages
- 704
- Age
- 62
- Location
- Ohio
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 18 Winder LTX 50th
16 SR Viper RTX (red)
02 SX Viper ER (red)
97 SX Vmax 600 (red)
Been trying to figure out this whole GPS thing. I just cannot figure out the mapping deal. Any recommendations on who's mapping to purchase? Who has the best mapping?
Doc Harley
TY 4 Stroke God
- Joined
- Oct 17, 2016
- Messages
- 3,400
- Age
- 55
- Location
- Here & there
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- '17 Sidewinder LTX SE
Redpine mapping. No issues using their maps in Wisconsin & U.P.
The biggest problem with GPS is the satellite signal. Only a couple times I lost signal. Officially I've Never been lost.
I don't know if that can be overcome by using the most expensive units?
The biggest problem with GPS is the satellite signal. Only a couple times I lost signal. Officially I've Never been lost.
I don't know if that can be overcome by using the most expensive units?
KnappAttack
24X ISR World Drag Racing Champion
- Joined
- Feb 19, 2004
- Messages
- 4,657
- Location
- Welch MN
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 2023 Sidewinder LTX-LE
2017 Sidewinder LTX-LE
Don't buy any! just download the Polaris ride command app and mount your phone up on the bars in a waterproof case with wireless charging.
Doing this with my iPhone 6 this winter. Wireless charge card $4 , Wireless QI charger $8 , Akron waterproof handlebar mount for iPhone $23. Keeps the phone warm and charged. Will be able to see live data on Hurricane bluetooth flasher and see the Polaris ride command trail maps right up on the handlebar.
Doing this with my iPhone 6 this winter. Wireless charge card $4 , Wireless QI charger $8 , Akron waterproof handlebar mount for iPhone $23. Keeps the phone warm and charged. Will be able to see live data on Hurricane bluetooth flasher and see the Polaris ride command trail maps right up on the handlebar.
actionjack
TY 4 Stroke God
- Joined
- Apr 9, 2005
- Messages
- 2,510
- Location
- Westminster, Maryland
- Website
- www.inspectorjack.com
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 2017 SideWinder LTX-LE
Best mapping depends on where you ride. There may be a free version of the trail maps where you ride.Been trying to figure out this whole GPS thing. I just cannot figure out the mapping deal. Any recommendations on who's mapping to purchase? Who has the best mapping?
THKSNOW
Smooth Operator
- Joined
- Aug 11, 2006
- Messages
- 933
- Age
- 70
- Location
- Millecoquin Lake, Engadine, MI
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 2013 RS Venture GT
We've used VV mapping for years. Regular up dates as necessary, works great. Discounted price for MSA members on their website.
DranttelSS
TY Advertiser
- Joined
- Oct 9, 2014
- Messages
- 917
- Age
- 58
- Location
- St. Peter MN
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 2007 Yamaha Attak
- WEBSITE
- www.dranttelsalesandservice.com
I use VV and have no complaints
SnoNinja
aka "Plan B"
- Joined
- Feb 18, 2015
- Messages
- 605
- Age
- 56
- Location
- Gaylord, Michigan
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 2015 Viper LTX-LE
2016 Vector LE For my Bride
2007 Phazer GT, 136" Stretch.
2002 SXR600 (still own)
1997 SX600 (sold)
1997 XT500 (sold)
2013 Can-Am Maverick 1000XRS
2006 Dodge Charger RT - Top Banana Daytona
VV mapping. If you ride summer toys, they also do ORV trails so it's best of both worlds
super1c
Moderator
- Joined
- Apr 10, 2010
- Messages
- 878
- Age
- 53
- Location
- Freeland - Otsego lake, MI
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 22 sidewinder LTX-LE
X2. We use them for summer dirt bikes and winter sleds.VV mapping. If you ride summer toys, they also do ORV trails so it's best of both worlds
DennyTuna
RIP-Logan-Dylan-Never forgotten!
- Joined
- Jan 28, 2017
- Messages
- 704
- Age
- 62
- Location
- Ohio
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 18 Winder LTX 50th
16 SR Viper RTX (red)
02 SX Viper ER (red)
97 SX Vmax 600 (red)
Thanks all for your recommendations. I understand it now, I'm a slow learner. Just never messed around with GPS units of any kind, so this is all new to me. Cell phones don't have good coverage in the area's I ride so not an option.
RobX-1
VIP Member
- Joined
- Apr 13, 2003
- Messages
- 2,078
- Location
- Coldwater, OH
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 18 50th Apex XT-X, 08 40th Apex LTX GT, 08 40th Nytro RTX, & 03 RX-1
I too I have been using VV Mapping for years and am very satisfied with it. Like others have mentioned, they also have ORV maps which I also have. The only drawback to VV Mapping is that it will only work with a Garmin GPS but that's all I've ever owned. I now have a Garmin Montana 600 and the VV Mapping maps display quite nicely on it.
I have been mapping trails since 2005. I started sharing my mapping with Jeromy at VV Mapping in 2007. Yes, that is 10 years of actual on the trail mapping, not just an overlay. Every year I and many many others continue to ride and map the Groomed trails and two tracks. Every year we send in our ridden trails to be cleaned up and organized. Buy VV Mapping for the most current up to date and accurate mapping of Michigan, Indiana, and Wisconsin. I use a Lowrance Chartplotter GPS for exact mapping accurate for up to 32" I utilize at least 5 satellites for my location. Usually 9 to12 Water proof gps excellent in -* temps as well day and night lighting
Not exactly true. I use a Lowrance Elite 5 to chart the mapping for VV Mapping. When ordering chart chips, simply state which type of unit you are using Garman or Lowrance. I distribute many Chips and GPS units yearly with VV Mapping with Lowrance units. Ie Sherrif dept, search and rescue, friends ect.I too I have been using VV Mapping for years and am very satisfied with it. Like others have mentioned, they also have ORV maps which I also have. The only drawback to VV Mapping is that it will only work with a Garmin GPS but that's all I've ever owned. I now have a Garmin Montana 600 and the VV Mapping maps display quite nicely on it.
DennyTuna
RIP-Logan-Dylan-Never forgotten!
- Joined
- Jan 28, 2017
- Messages
- 704
- Age
- 62
- Location
- Ohio
- Country
- USA
- Snowmobile
- 18 Winder LTX 50th
16 SR Viper RTX (red)
02 SX Viper ER (red)
97 SX Vmax 600 (red)
Thanks alswagg2, I did go with vvmapping. It came in the mail the other day and the GPS came yesterday. Now I just need to figure out how to get the mapping to show up on the GPS. I'm new to all this technology so understanding has a learning curve. I did call Jeromy and left a message, waiting to hear back form him.
I can help you if you have a Lowrance unit. I dont use any Garman products. But, as for use, as in any GPS we recommend using a North Up view of the screen. Don't zoom in too far either. Zoom out enough to see surrounding trails, two tracks, ect. Bascially you are watching a digital map.Thanks alswagg2, I did go with vvmapping. It came in the mail the other day and the GPS came yesterday. Now I just need to figure out how to get the mapping to show up on the GPS. I'm new to all this technology so understanding has a learning curve. I did call Jeromy and left a message, waiting to hear back form him.
Similar threads
- Replies
- 2
- Views
- 496
-
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.