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GPS: Upgrade from Foretrex 401 to Fenix 2. Thoughts?

PostPosted: Sun 15 Feb, 2015 7:39 pm
by oyster_07
I am in a position whereby I can sell my Foretrex 401 GPS and buy a new Fenix 2, with almost no additional outlay.

I have a solar charger and can easily get a charger that will charge the Fenix directly from AA or AAA batteries.

Does anyone have any thoughts?

Re: GPS: Upgrade from Foretrex 401 to Fenix 2. Thoughts?

PostPosted: Sun 15 Feb, 2015 8:08 pm
by keithy
Sounds alright, although wondering if the prices will come down with the release of the Fenix 3 and Epix.

A suggestion for charging though - you might be better to recharge using a lithium ion USB battery pack rather than AA/AAA batteries. I use a 5000mAh USB battery pack that I can recharge with a solar panel on longer walks, and the USB battery pack charges devices.

Re: GPS: Upgrade from Foretrex 401 to Fenix 2. Thoughts?

PostPosted: Mon 16 Feb, 2015 3:35 pm
by oyster_07
That is certainly another charging option.
I'm seriously considering this upgrade, yet just want to make sure it's worthwhile.

Re: GPS: Upgrade from Foretrex 401 to Fenix 2. Thoughts?

PostPosted: Wed 18 Feb, 2015 10:52 am
by Zone-5
Fenix 3 looks oh so nice...

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:)