Question 1

Will the 64st have some road capability along with the 100K topo? Also want to add 24k Mid atlantic, does unit have extra SD slot? is it micro?

Accepted Answer

I have the 64s.  The 64st only has the US 100k topos included.  I have the Garmin Southwest and West 24k maps loaded.  If you want ROUTABLE road maps for the WHOLE USA you can get the navigator maps from Garmin or use the free ones which I use from openmapchest.org.  They are very good.  I have ALL the maps loaded on the SD card at once and it is easy to switch between them.  The unit does have a micro SD slot under the battery.

Question 2

Will this also record your entire hike or trip? For instance the Map My Hike app for phones shows time, distance, and elevation once complete.

Accepted Answer

Yes it will record the entire hike or trip.  Important though is to clear the previous track before starting a new one, once you are at the start of your new trip.  Then when you complete the hike/trip save the track with a fitting name so you can then load it into basecamp or the much more useful earlier version , mapsource.

Question 3

Does this device have a distress beacon or other type of emergency locating features?

Accepted Answer

Garmin does make a device now that has a fully functional GPS, with an emergency location feature, 2-way satellite texting capability (so you can text people on their mobile phones when you are out of mobile range), and also provides weather updates. It is called the inReach Explorer+ and retails for ~$450. However, along with its benefits, here are a few drawbacks. You have to sign up for either a monthly or annual communication plan (they range from $11 to $100 USD/mo depending on the features you want), it also has an internal battery that you'll have to recharge on long trips, and though it should last a while, I don't know if it can be replaced.

Question 4

I  have been told that this device will only use up to a 8 GB storage card.  Nothing larger, it will not access the additional information?

Accepted Answer

As long as it is a 'class 10' memory card it should work. Some people use up to 64gb cards with no problem.

ASIN	B00HWL9BQ4
Additional Features	Bluetooth
Battery Average Life	16 hours
Best Sellers Rank	#97,524 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #97 in Handheld GPS Units
Brand	Garmin
Built-In Media	High-sensitivity GPS and GLONASS receiver with quad helix antenna, Preloaded TOPO U.S. 100K maps, 1-year BirdsEye Satellite Imagery subscription, 3-axis electronic compass with barometric altimeter, Optional ANT+ sensors (heart rate monitor, Tempe temperature sensor, speed/cadence, VIRB action camera), Windshield Mount, Dashboard Mount
Compatible Devices	Garmin Custom Map
Compatible Flash Memory Type	microSD
Compatible with Vehicle Type	Bus, Car, RV, SUV, Truck
Connectivity Technology	Bluetooth Smart, ANT+
Control Method	Touch
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,163)
Display Type	transflective, 65K color TFT
Global Trade Identification Number	00753759115852, 00753759115890
Human-Interface Input	Touchscreen
Item Dimensions L x W x H	1.4"L x 2.4"W x 6.3"H
Item Type Name	GPSMAP 64st, TOPO U.S. 100K with High-Sensitivity GPS and GLONASS Receiver
Item Weight	9.28 ounces
Manufacturer	Garmin
Map Types	Topographical
Memory Storage Capacity	8 GB
Mfr Part Number	010-01199-20
Model Name	GPSMAP 64st
Model Number	010-01199-20
Model Year	2014
Mounting Type	Dashboard Mount, Windshield Mount, found in image
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Operating System	Windows
Resolution	160 x 240
Screen Size	2.6
Sport Type	Climbing
Supported Satellite Navigation System	GPS
Touch Screen Type	Capacitive
UPC	784920273446 753759115852 689043832542 753759188276 753759115890
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here. [PDF ]

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