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GPS Training Podcast – number 114

GPS Training Podcast – number 114

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 GPS Training Podcast #114 – GPX Files, Suunto Insights & Long-Distance GPS Choices Welcome to another packed episode of the GPS Training Podcast! This month, Jon is joined by Andy from GPS Training to cover: 🔁 1. Reflections on the Suunto Interview (Podcast #113) Andy shares his key takeaways from the mid-month chat with Dan Southam, Suunto’s UK Marketing Manager. 👉 Watch the full video interview with Dan Southam here » What stood out? Suunto's long heritage in navigation, starting with their liquid-filled compasses in the 1930s Why Suunto watches are sports watches – not smartwatches Focus on simple, accurate, fast-to-orient navigation Designed for people who want brilliant mapping and fitness features without the distraction of unnecessary "smart" tech Explore the Suunto range we stock here: 👉 Suunto Watches at GPS Training » 🧭 2. GPX Files – What Are They and Why Should You Care? We break down: What a GPX file is (it's a route, track, or collection of waypoints in one handy file) Why GPX files help with day walks and long-distance trails How to use them with your GPS watch or handheld The difference between a route, track, and course on Garmin and other devices 🛠️ Watch tutorials and import GPX files easily in the GPS Training Online Resource » 🔗 Recommended GPX download sites: See our updated list: 👉 Top Sites for Free GPX Walks & Routes » 🥾 3. Best GPS Units for Long-Distance Trails Andy shares what to look for: Long battery life Larger screen for clear mapping Built-in OS Maps (or worldwide mapping if you're heading overseas) Satellite communication (e.g. Garmin inReach) 💥 Top Picks: Garmin GPSMAP 67i – Long battery life + built-in satellite communication Garmin Montana 700/700i/750i – Large screen and touchscreen mapping TwoNav Adventurer/Terra – Great for planning on-the-go with live tracking 👉 Compare GPS Units for Long-Distance Walking » 📦 All GPS units from GPS Training come with: Free setup Full UK OS maps 1 year’s access to our Online Resource Support from real humans who walk the walk 🧠 4. Andy’s Top Tip – Why You Should Use Garmin BaseCamp (Even if You Hate It) Even if you plan your walks in another app, BaseCamp is your friend when: Checking if a GPX file is a route or a track Making sure it’s got the right number of points Cutting down long-distance trails into day-by-day walks Renaming files and adding proximity alarms 🎥 Learn how in the Online Resource – Module 3 » (You’ll find full BaseCamp guides for both Mac and PC.) 🤖 5. Questions to the GPS Training AI Bot – What You’ve Been Asking This Month Some of your top questions this month: How do I adjust the screen brightness on a Garmin GPSMAP 67? How do I remove waypoints from a planned route in OS software? How do I create escape routes on my Garmin GPS? Try it out: 👉 Ask the GPS Training AI Bot (Online Resource) » 🧠 The bot is trained on our own GPS videos, manuals, course notes, and real customer FAQs – so you're getting our expertise, 24/7. If you enjoyed this episode, please: 👍 Leave us a review on your podcast platform 📣 Share it with a walking or running friend 🎧 Catch up on past episodes at here. Until next time, happy navigating from all of us at GPS Training – learn from the experts.
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