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Viewranger or memory map seem to be the main choices.

Any opinions?

And before Druidh pops up, it's for reference not navigation...


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 11:05 am
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Paper OS map from WHSmiths in one of their 2 for 1, 3 for 2 etc deals. Far cheaper for 25k maps, and they don't run out of battery 😛

Seriously though, if it's somewhere I really need a map, that's what I do, then scan the bit I want, print a copy and stick it in a plastic pocket thing in the bag. Or you could scan and stick it on the phone. I don't navigate with the stuff, just use a map to look at the area in advance or odd occasion get out on a ride to get my bearings.

But as for the apps, ViewRanger is probably the best one. The OS maps are fine, just overpriced for 25k in my opinion. I use OpenStreetMap stuff on it instead which is free, contains all the key information really plus adds contributed trails in some locations you won't find on an OS map.


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 11:18 am
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I use "UK Map" which isn't "proper" OS 25k but uses their open data and OSM data to be pretty much similar. The app is (or was, anyway) a fiver; map data is free. It's basic but does the job for me.


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 11:54 am
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View Ranger, buy the tile you need for the area and it's cheap.


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 12:14 pm
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[url= http://www.routebuddy.com/ ]routebuddy[/url]

Again, expensive sheets but the software is solid.


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 12:38 pm
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+1 for viewranger


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 1:10 pm
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And another for viewranger


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 1:41 pm
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Viewranger is excellent


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 1:41 pm
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I'm happy with memory map. I have the desktop version and therefore didnt have to buy any additional maps, just imported them from desktop


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 2:14 pm
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I have landranger os 50k its great and is all on phone so no need for wifi or phone signal


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 2:43 pm
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Outdoors GB,
Nice OS maps all of UK covered


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 3:28 pm
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Won't endomondo be ok for you? Seems to use google maps??


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 3:34 pm
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muliplans - I scanned my 1:25000 maps in, calibrated them and now have my map collection gps linked and in my pocket when I'm riding. Hassle to set up, but well worth it


 
Posted : 23/09/2012 3:54 pm
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I had a belta on my iphone before I knackered it - X-motion GPS. This one or Endomundo both good Apps


 
Posted : 25/09/2012 8:59 am
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I use memory maps but instead of 1:25000 I use 1:50000 which are cheap. It costs £10 for 25000 sqkm and has been superb for the last 2 years


 
Posted : 25/09/2012 9:12 am

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