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Old 01-15-2006, 08:18 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I'm looking at several different GPS units for use on long rides in areas I'm not familiar with. A lot of them include velcro mounts, but is this even a good idea? I imagine the vibrations and bumps would quickly turn a $300 GPS unit into road debris.
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I use a RAM mount system for my GPS and it holds it great. I believe that these can be bought at www.cyclegadgets.com.
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Old 01-16-2006, 12:39 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Thanks, what type of GPS do you have mounted? I'm looking at a Garmin GPS 5, and I'm wondering how I'm going to attach it if I do end up getting one.
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This is the mounting kit for the Garmin GPS 5

http://www.cyclegadgets.com/Products...rod=RAM-GPSIII
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Thanks, what type of GPS do you have mounted? I'm looking at a Garmin GPS 5, and I'm wondering how I'm going to attach it if I do end up getting one.

I have the Garmin GPS 3+ which is the same size as the 5. The 5 is a very nice unit (my bro-in-law has one). One day I will upgrade to a 5, but for now my 3+ suits me just fine.
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more mounting options...

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I have a Garmin GPS V and was thinking of just using cable ties to strap it to my fairing stay... (I know cheap, huh)
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I also use a Garmin V. I bought my RAM mounts and the GPS cradle from gpscity.com



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Old 01-18-2006, 12:43 AM   #9 (permalink)
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You guys read my mind, that's exactly what I'm going to do.
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Another possiblity
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