Garmin Quest 2 Review
Posted by admin on March 12th, 2009 filed in GPS Systems, Garmin Motorcycle GPSThe Garmin Quest 2 has been marketed by some as a GPS system for Motorcycles. Personally I would not use it but I thought I would share this review by Derrick Bogaster with you so you can decide for yourself.
Review Of The Quest 2 By Garmin
There are a lot of products on the GPS market today. A few of the portable GPS devices, such as the Magellan RoadMate 800, assert they can be used in the car and on foot. However, although they may be small enough, their strange shapes make them far from being ideal walking buddies.
However, the Garmin Quest 2 is different. Looking a lot like a PDA means that it will be a great portable GPS no matter whether you are in the car or on foot. The Quest 2 now has maps included on the device, which is an upgrade from the Quest 1.
The Garmin Quest 2 is portable and has precise directions. It is a reliable GPS device with many flexible options. It is comfortable in your hand and is built solidly, making it hard to break.
Each Garmin Quest 2 comes with instructions and a USB cable. The USB port is found on the back with a rubber cover and there is also an external antenna attachment. While the Quest 2 is a portable GPS device, it doesn’t have its own carry pouch. Also, you cannot use the USB port to charge the device.
One of the largest changes since the original Quest, is the loading of pre-stored maps on to the Quest 2. Thus, when you turn on your brand new Quest the maps are already there and you can simply cruise to your destination without having to download any maps from your PC.
The Find New feature of the Garmin Quest 2 mean that you can find points of interest along the way when traveling to your destination. Points of interest are things such as hotels, gas stations or food outlets. The Quest 2 learns the route that you take and can remember them for later. It can also calculate the fastest time or shortest distance to your chosen destination.
You also have the alternative of avoiding certain roads, such as highways or toll roads. If you turn out to veer off course or run into a construction zone or blocked road - don’t fret. The Quest 2 will mechanically recalculate your route or accommodate detours. There’s also a ingenious TracBack feature that acts like a Hansel and Gretel trail and keeps track of your travels whether on the street or off the road.
However, such a small GPS device can have some disadvantages. Voice guided instructions are only available along with the built in automobile mount. The screen is small, making it difficult with people with bad eye sight, and it is not a touch screen. The Quest 2 can be also be somewhat price, with retail versions around the $750 mark.
By: Derrick Bogaster
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October 3rd, 2009 at 10:03 pm
I bought one of these recently for my son. He loves the way it recalculates directions when something unexpected comes up on the road. It’s a keeper!