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Can I clip it to a rucksack?

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Dorian
13/02/2011 at 15:52

I'm after confirmation from an user as from reading all the info on the unit it comes with a lanyard and a carry case with a belt loop which really does not offer the ability you clip the unit to the shoulder strap of a rucksack.

Am I correct?

Steve_D
13/02/2011 at 17:57

I stick mine in a pocket most of the time or attach it to my hipbelt.  I think it might be a bit big to hang off a strap.  Also you kind of need both hands to use it IMO so you would want some sort of quick release.  You could try attaching the carry case to your rucksack, I prefer to have it low down.

Steve D

Dorian
13/02/2011 at 18:08

Cheers Steve, can I assume that the antenna is sensitive enough to keep tack whilst in it's case?

I don't like the idea of having the unit in my pocket or having it swinging around my neck on a lanyard.

If it works well within its case whilst attached to the hip belt of my ruck sack this could be an acceptable option.

Parky Again
13/02/2011 at 19:18
i clip mine via mini crab to my pack shoulder strap. then it then lives in a shirt or jacket pocket or through a loop of shockcord on the pack strap.
i use flouro yellow dyneema through the lanyard eyes instead of the supplied one. gives far more flexibility as the unit is always attached to me somewhere.
Dorian
13/02/2011 at 21:50

Parky, sounds like an interesting set up, any chance of a photo showing how you have it attached to your shoulder strap and the dyneema through the lanyard eyes - I'm assuming it is set quite taught to stop it swinging excessively.

I must say that I have been researching mapping GPS for a number of months and have narrowed my choice between Garmin GPS 62s UK mapping and the Satmap Active 10 UK Plus - the Satmap is edging it for the screen size.

Unfortunately the MM 3500 has been eliminated due to SW bugs.

Jon Doran
13/02/2011 at 22:22

Berghaus does some neat little cases that are designed to clip onto most pack webbing and straps that'd work, the standard soft case supplied has a belt loop, but the unit itself doesn't have an integral clip and neither does the waterproof case.

OutdoorsMagic Editor | jon@outdoorsmagic.com 

lfenbo
13/02/2011 at 22:39
i use a berghaus case attached to shoullder strap with no problems, its tough and  has a concealed cover for when it rains, the satmap has no problems maintaining a signal with the case shut, its a snug fit but i find it ideal, much better than the case sipplied with the active10.
Dorian
14/02/2011 at 19:52

Cheers for all the replies.

Can I confirm that we are talking about the Berghaus E-Case Small as per the below link.

http://www.craigdonmountainsports.com/berghaus-e-case-small-2010

Parky Again
14/02/2011 at 20:27

http://s3.outdoorsmagic.com/members/images/8988/gallery/dsc_9561_0.jpg?width=211&height=350&mode=max


http://s3.outdoorsmagic.com/members/images/8988/gallery/dsc_9560_0.jpg?width=350&height=146&mode=max


http://s3.outdoorsmagic.com/members/images/8988/gallery/dsc_9559_0.jpg?width=190&height=350&mode=max


http://s3.outdoorsmagic.com/members/images/8988/gallery/dsc_9562_0.jpg?width=350&height=332&mode=max


pictures done in a rush and the site is being contrary about loading them

Parky Again
14/02/2011 at 20:29

loops attached to each side. double loop of shock cord on strap to hold unit securely.

add "string" however long you want. same with shockcord to store the unit wherever you want it.

add extra loops (larksfoot them onto existing loops) if wanted.

Dorian
14/02/2011 at 20:38

Parky,

Thanks alot the pictures really answer some questions. Much appreciated.

Regards,

Dorian

David Marshall 3
17/02/2011 at 06:06
I keep mine in my pac and inside the case provided and it works no problem but I have to agree PA set up is great and I shall look into that before going out next time
Patrick Taylor
20/02/2011 at 12:30
Excellent idea using loops to a mini carabiner to prevent losing your Satmap. I actually lost mine from an unzipped camera case on a local walk in the first bad snows this winter. Three days later and with the help of a hired metal detector I managed to find it again and it fired up first time, not bad after being in a foot of snow with sub zero temps every night. Definately be trying this one out!
Parky Again
20/02/2011 at 13:10
it may also be attached to my pack strap but carried in a jacket or shirt pocket
Patrick Taylor
21/02/2011 at 16:33

http://www.outdoorsmagic.com/members/images/61363/Gallery/DSC00638.JPG

Found it ! 3 days lost in the snow sub-zero temps with only the sheep for company. Worked perfectly, I'll be more careful next time.
MadBaz
30/11/2012 at 20:51

i keep satmap in case and attach case to shoulder strap with cable ties,then cutoff excess,makes for a neat job

Gear Guru
06/12/2012 at 23:01

This is worth a look if your thinking of buying a Satmap.

http://www.satmap.co.uk/experts.php

And Cotswold price match. I bought one when they did the offer last year.

speed
06/12/2012 at 23:53

Good to know my local one is in Manchester on the 19th  10-4pm so will try and find out if they will be running any discount promotions durring the event

Belgian_Hiker
07/12/2012 at 08:16

I have a self made set up made from an old belt clip from a Blackberry and glued with epoxy to the battery cover:

http://s3.outdoorsmagic.com/members/images/58036/gallery/dscn0981-800_0.jpg?width=350

 

http://s3.outdoorsmagic.com/members/images/58036/gallery/dscn0984-800.jpg?width=350

 

Parky Again
07/12/2012 at 13:15

looks good.

i didn't go that route as i often use the unit in other places than a rucksack strap - pockets, clipped into a shoulder bag or belt.

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