Choosing Golf Gps systems
Golf Gps systems
You can buy gps systems for many different needs. You can buy them to help navigate your way. You can buy them to help track your automobile, your fleet vehicles, your children and even your pets. You certainly can use them in many sporting activities such as jogging, hiking and camping. But did you know that you can also use them to improve your golf game? If you didn’t, here are some tips that may help you when choosing golf gps systems.
First, you should understand and know about some of the specific capabilities that a golf gps system has that no other type of gps system has such as:
The ability to store the dimensions of many golf courses in its history mode
Helping you to find your golf ball (if you have radio controlled abilities built into the system, the golf ball would be tagged)
Gives the player instantaneous amount of yardage to targets, as well as distances to any other
The ability to help you before you tee off, by previewing the course layout first objects such as the green, water hazards, bunkers, etc.
Some systems can track up to 40 targets at one time
Most systems will also show you the shape of the green from the angle you are approaching it
Many courses are all ready pre mapped in most systems (especially the ones located in the United States)
Help the player decide which golf club to use
Some pro gps systems that are offered to use by the golf courses also offer extra two way communication that can help provide extra features such as:
Food and beverage ordering
Ask for weather forecasts if it becomes cloudy
Can relay important messages to the players when necessary
As you can see from the above, there are many reasons why you may want a golf gps system. But how do you choose the one that is right for you.
First, consider the prices of each system. Find the system that fits into your budget.
Secondly, consider the systems that you can actually use. Find one that isn’t too complicated. Look at options such as where the buttons are located and if they are easy to use. Also make sure you that the display is easy to read and understand.
Finally, look at warranties and return policies. Life happens. Products do break (even the most durable ones). Make sure you have a decent time frame for returning or replacing the system if a failure were to happen.
Now that you know a little bit more about how to choose a golf gps system and some of the capabilities some models may have, take a look at some of the most popular selling gps systems on the market today:
IGolf Gps Caddie II
This handheld golf gps system got a customer rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
It has precise measurements
Helps user to find nearest golf courses
Has a shot distance feature
User is able to map course while playing
Great battery life
Durable
Easy to use
Average selling price is $300
Dennco Dennco Sonocaddie GPS
This handheld golf gps system got a customer rating of 5 stars out of 5.
It is known for its accurate yardages to targets
Personalized course target settings
Computes driver distance by yards (no more guessing)
Keeps digital scores
Easy access to courses around the world and easy download and upload ability and for free at their website
Durable
Easy to use
Good battery run life
Average selling price is $300
Sky Golf Sky Caddie SG2.5
This handheld golf gps system got a customer rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars
It has several target view screens: standard, graphical, expanded, and big number
It can outline the green at any angle
It is ultra light, weighing at only 3.8 ounces
It is durable
It is water resistant (perfect for those days that we aren’t expecting rain)
Display unit shows battery life and satellite strength
Easy to use buttons
It has a 4 way scroll pad for easy use
Average selling price is $260
Sky Golf Sky Caddie SG5
This handheld golf gps system got a customer rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars
It has a color display
It has a full depth of the green at any angle
It can show distances of all targets, including hazards
It allows the user to choose their own color themes
Has a rechargeable battery
It is easy to use and can be use with one hand
It has an automatic back light
It is durable
It has a water resistant case
Average selling pried is $430
Could choosing a golf gps system improve your game? It might. Plus, it may be a lot of fun to use. Why not consider purchasing one and see for yourself.
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September 9, 2008