For what you describe I would definitely go with a moving map display unit. I've been using an older Magellan unit for several years and like it. But I'm about to upgrade to color display, USB connectivity and memory card expansion. I have most of the software for Magellan units but am a little frustrated with creating and uploading routes that mirror the yearly ride across Wisc (new route every year). I considered the Magellan Explorist 500 (I prefer discardable batteries to rechargables), but I'm thinking I might like the routing capabilities in the SW for the Garmin Etrex color series.