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[LuckyDan]

I’ve got a thumb drive full of,,,,,100K Topo’s

[craig333]

I really can't see doing trip planning on my phone. For that I need to see the big picture. When I went to the Overland Expo the phone map was what helped me find my campsite. So there is certainly a place for both.

[Batman]

For those in living or visiting Colorado there is a fairly new trail app and website called Cotrex. It has been developed by the state for all types of trails across Colorado and it is free. You can download the base maps and/or satellite images for specific areas when venturing into locales without cell service. The base maps are very good but some of the distance and gradient calculation tools only work when connected to the internet by cell or WiFi.

[Smokecreek1]

Interesting! Hey just give me my old dirty and marked up topo, compass and straight edge and I'm happy!  These folks have found ways to make their adventuring safe and fun so let them do it! Things that depend on batteries  scare me and while I do carry a garmin and a spot "2",I still try to do it the old way! I like the feel of my maps and love to cover my living room floor with lot's of maps , books and other neat things when I plan my next WTWing! So what ever floats your boat is fine by me, I still like living in the last century !

 

Smoke

Edited by Smokecreek1, 11 May 2020 - 05:25 PM.

[Batman]

If had to choose just one I'd take a good printed map but a smart phone and app provides some additional options.