Garmin Golf GPS Units
Garmin GPS systems use a high-sensitivity GPS receiver that keep track of individual shot distances and shows the exact yardage to fairways, hazards and greens. The Garmin GPS units are built to last and conform with the USGA rules.
Garmin (Nasdaq: GRMN) gas been in the GPS (Global Positioning System) business since 1989. Garmin is a name you can trust and currently makes top quality GPS units for automotive, marine, aviation, fitness devices, and personal units for hiking/camping.
Garmin Approach G5 - The Garmin Approach GPS unit was first introduced in Spring 2009 with a MSRP of $499.99. The Garmin G5 comes preloaded with a database of 7,000+ golf courses. The good news is Garmin has free course updates here on their website which is currently at over 9,400 courses. You will not have a problem finding your golf courses on any garmin units.
This is a lightweight (6.8 oz with 2 AA batteries) unit that is also rugged and waterproof. Battery life is good at around 15 hours. The G5 Approach also doubles as a digital scorecard for your foursome.
The Garmin GolfLogix GPS-8 Unit is as easy as it gets! It's the easiest GPS unit to use and even though it is simple it will supply you with everything you need to get accurate yardages. There are no buttons to push, just turn it on and you won't have to touch it again.
The Garmin Golf Logix will automatically show the front, center and back of each green plus hazards and lay up areas! This unit also automatically calculates the distance of your last shot to help you keep track of club lengths. This will help keep lower numbers on your scorecard!
