GPSMAP 195/196 vs. Lowrance AIPMAP 1000

I did make the leap and purchased the Airmap 1000. Had to wait one day
for the next batch to get in stock. It was $675, not $625 as I had
previously reported. Database updates are currently priced at $35, but
you currently have to trade in your old SD Card for a replacement. They
report that in about 3 weeks, they will be offering the database updates
via download. Extended 1 year warrant was only $29. A bargain I thought.

The big screen does allow for a lot of data to be displayed. I still
find myself turning all but the aviation stuff "off". Don't really need
the clutter of city names and interstates/roads. Although most new units
allow for this control, I REALLY like the fact that the screen backlight
can be dimmed WAY down. The old Apollo was too bright on its lowest
(of TWO) settings.

A feature(?) I was not aware of: as you approach a multi-runway airport
and zoom in, not only do you get the runway layout with numbers, but the
runway you are closest to aligning with "blinks" by bolding. Weird.

The "split screen" was cool. One side has the map, the other has the
destination (multi-runway) airport zoomed in so you can see the runways,
numbers, and your current approach path. Although I was blessed with the
ability to see this in my head, it confuses the heck out of my wife. So,
she will REALLY appreciate this feature.

Not sure if I will use the funky RAM yoke mount that came with it. I
have a brand new spare Quick Clamp that was used for the old Apollo
unit. It is simply a yoke clamp, large adjusting Y bolt, and angled
aluminum bracket with 2 Velcro strips on the face. You put the matching
Velcro strips on the back of your GPS and stick the thing on. Never once
came loose and was easy to take off/put on.

Well, on to the airport to give it a test.

Thanks for all replies,
Mike


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