Depends on what they want to do with the log files. If it's just to post to OLC or GCup and/or review flight logs, than any of the Phone/Tablet based (iPhone or Android OS) programs like XCSoar, TopHat, etc. are more than good enough. Free if you already own the device. You can use all sorts of Garmins and the like as well, though the UI on dedicated programs like those I mentioned is optimized for soaring flight.

If you're looking for Badges, then you need either a GPS Position Recorder (so far, we've approved the FlyWithCE models in the US) or an IGC Approved FR. FlywithCE is just over $100 and very, very simple.

P3

On Wednesday, February 12, 2014 10:11:55 PM UTC-5, KiloKilo wrote:
We're hoping to have some newbies trying XC next season - and are looking for best cots logger options. I have an older garmim that works fine - but it requires a serial interface. I'm thinking there must be better options..



gracias'



kk