Garmin eTrex Legend C Handheld GPS Receiver

Caution: the color Garmin GPS systems (Legend C, etc.) have proprietary interfaces. Those scam artists have forced you to use their software, MapSource, which is alright but not as good as Streets and Trips and IGuidance, both of which are not compatible with this proprietary GPS unit. (Tech note: Garmin has removed the NMEA standard interface from these color units-what a joke!) If you have no plans to use this with computer software as a navigation system, then this is a descent/good GPS (buy from ebay not retail stores).

I love this GPS unit! I have owned about 6 different units, and this one is by far the easiest to use, lasts the longest on batteries and the software is everything I need it to be. I thought about upgrading to the Cx series, but the internal memory on this one is more than enough storage, and unless I start traveling from state to state, can't ever see a need for more.

It's easy to amaze my friends with the accuracy and multiple applications on the Legend C. And to be honest with you, I never read the manual! It's all from sitting down and playing with it. Maybe I'll check out the manual and learn some new tricks!

I drive a lot with my job, and I bought the optional dash mount and 12v cord. It makes it very easy to get where I'm going. I also have a mount on my ATV, and it's cool to sync with the Trips and Waypoints Manager software and see exactly where we went, how far, and you can even break down the trips by days.

Excellent GPS unit for the Pro or the wanna be pro. You will not be dissapointed with this GPS from Garmin!

The Garmin Legend Color GPS Receiver is an excellent handheld GPS for the money. The manufacturer has installed many user-friendly features that make the first time buyer or the professional happy. They manufacturer has excellent customer service and many additional add-ons to make this unit an extremely versatile GPS to be used in town, on trips, hunting, fishing, cycling, hiking, four wheeling or camping.
Suggestion:
1. One of the best ways to protect investment is to purchase a Protective Case for this GPS. You can find a top of the in line protective case that protects while allowing full viewing and access to all the features of your GPS unit. See a variety of cases at: http://stores.ebay.com/FIS4HER1-COM_W0QQssPageNameZL2
2. Purchase cable accessories that allow you to upload or download maps and data from your GPS. Purchase a 12v auto charger so that you can always keep you unit charged before heading out cross-country. Purchase quality power and data cables at: http://stores.ebay.com/FIS4HER1-COM_W0QQssPageNameZL2

Cheers – Fis4her

I purchased my GPS unit because my girls wanted to go geocaching, we have had so much fun with it since we got it, I even purchased a 2nd GPS just because we have so much family fun with both the units. Greatest purchase I ever made.

i use it on the road and on the boat, great device. the only time this thing gets confused is when it has to rely on the build in maps/highway system. it is better to upload all maps needed when travelling from a to b, the maps from the garmin dvd are more exact and give very accurate instructions. expansion slot is a great feature!

this is perfect for your needs, it is compact...easy to read, and has more features than expected. If you are in to geocaching, then it the perfect gps at a respectable price.

The garmin etrex legend c gps that I purchased on ebay has exceeded my expectations. It is very acurate,very fast and has many usefull features that I wanted in my new gps.

I bought this gps for outdoor activities and it has performed above my expectations. It even does an adequte job as a backup gps in my truck. The compact size that makes the unit valuable in the outdoors is a slight hinderence in the auto due to small screen size. Overall I would rate this product an excellent value but If I could, I would by the new etrex ledgend cx so I would have the extra memory.

Mine is a factory refurbished unit and is like new. It seems to function properly, but is way too complicated for this old retiree. My children would probably have it mastered in minutes, but there are too many buttons and screens for me. I have only had GPS systems that come installed in new cars in the past, and I found them easy to operate compared to this device. The portability and flexibility seem to be the great features of this unit. Highly recommended to the techies.

I bought this handheld GPS unit primarily for Geocaching, and I was actually surprised by its feature. It has everything you may want from a handheld unit, with the exception of missing a port for an additional mini-USB card and so for additional memory.
Despite that, it could hold enough data and maps if you need just a few areas (remember I only wanted it for geocaching).
The size and compact-ness are great, and it's so light and easy to use that I didn't even open the instructions booklet...seriously, it's "plug-n-play"!
One thing you may want to consider....it's been discontinued by Garmin....wonder why...
I love it!

I was exposed to Geocaching recently and wanted to order a GPS for myself. I found this reconditioned GPS and have never had any problems at all. It has every feature I could ask for. I was able to afford a unit with a colored screen since I got the reconditioned one. I was worried that it might use batteries too quickly, but that isn't a problem. I've replaced batteries once.I've never had any model, so I can't compare it to others, but I can recommend it to anyone from what I know about this one.

This it is my first GPS and it really works very well, the best thing is its portability and the relation cost/benefits, offers a great variety of tools and information, 24Mb is a considerable amount of memory, the points against are its slowness to draw the maps and the search of streets is only by the first letters, does not allow to look for by any text within the street, but in general it is an excellent GPS

I ordered a gps sustem from them and paid for second day air.
They did not ship until three days after the order was placed, and had a terrible time understanding them on the telephone.
They also did not have a very plesant attitude.
Will not knowingly order from them again.

I especially liked the small, portable size. I also thoroughly enjoyed the ability of this GPS to download more detailed maps from a CD. The color display makes navigation easy with only a quick glance.

receiving the gps costed me more than 100 dollars more, you shouldn't insure the shipping for mexico

Apparently there was an error in the listing. It was a Legend not a Legend C.
I already owned a Legend and like it but was hoping to see what difference Color would have made.

This is my second Garmin, color screen and a memory card, what more could you ask for at this price?

The eTrex Legend Cx is a great handheld GPS. Even though the listing indicated it was supplied with a 64M SD memory chip, it came with a 128M SD memory chip. Communications with Garmin indicates that it will handle up to 2GB Kingston SD micro. which I have purchased, used and am pleased with.

Great GPS. Very accurate...especially for geocaching. I'm sure that I will get a lot of use from this device. Easy to read, easy to put coordinates in, nice map when you need it. Has a good backlight for use in the dark. Garmin has a great reputation and this device lives up to that.

This item has great difficulty picking up the satellite in a timely fashion. Also, the directions are not clear and or precise enough. Can not figure out how to download other programs in this device. I would not purchase this a second time around, however, I have not yet attempted to contact Garmin on this matter either.

Works all right. Good for seeing where you were when you are walking with your dog. Good with maps and also nice tracking where you have been.

Gosta

It´s a nice GPS, I use it for flying, the only thing I don´t of it is button in one side of the unit, not in front. I decide to buy it here because in Mexico the cost is higher, the bad thing came with taxes when it arrived, I paid almost the same price than the cost of GPS for taxes!!! :(

very nice comes with all the good stuff. My husband wanted one for hunting and has loved it.  After learning how to work the buttons gets you right were u need to go. Very nice. Excellent product.