boatrboy
Well-Known Member
I have a garmin 2006c chartplotter and keep a garmin 176 handheld as my backup. I keep spare batteries and the dc cord handy. I choose this unit because the functions are nearly identical to the 2006, and if needed I can use the handheld without missing a beat. I also keep a handheld vhf and it has a tray for batteries, plus its rechargeable battery.
While I appreciate the advice from the more experienced guys here, I must admit that in rough seas, it is much harder to focus on reading the charts, then reading my gps. I know how to read the charts, but if my gps goes out - I am pulling the back up out first.
While I appreciate the advice from the more experienced guys here, I must admit that in rough seas, it is much harder to focus on reading the charts, then reading my gps. I know how to read the charts, but if my gps goes out - I am pulling the back up out first.