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05-26-11 | 10:16 AM

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Bikes: Surly LHT (weekend ride & touring), GT Outpost (commuting), Brompton M6R (Weekend tours that involve flying), Co-Motion Periscope Torpedo (family weekend ride & touring)

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Originally Posted by Cyclebum

Were I to start over, I'd check out the Dakota 20 touch screen model. All gps units will eventually be touch screen IMO. It's big downside is having a rechargeable battery only. No AAs. Not cool if touring on a bicycle.

I use a Garmin Oregon with a handlebar mount. It uses AAs that lasts 8 hours, not quite a full day of riding. Might be one to consider.

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