Originally Posted by
drmweaver2
The one disadvantage to ACA maps is that they are narrow "strip maps" - only about 5-10 miles wide along their routes. So, you can "lose track of the big picture" as far as your location goes - ex., I know I'm in Kansas, Dorothy. But how far am I from Auntie Em's/what direction is city X, both of which happen to be more than 5 miles off the ACA route.
This is not a "knock" on ACA maps. It's easy to work around, but requires carrying additional maps if that knowledge is desired.
Yes I have found that it is really easy to not get the big picture with them. As you say, not a huge problem, but something to be aware of. We generally just pick up a state maps at each state line and throw away the one from the state we are leaving unless we meet someone who can use it. Alternately if I am mailing anything home anyway I also send any map(s) I am done with home too.