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Magellan eXplorist XL GPS
Magellan eXplorist XL
 
 
 
 
 
Last updated on 05/19/13 22:05:41
 
 
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What are the key features?
 
 
• Hiking • WAAS, EGNOS Accuracy • Color • 3.5" Screen Size • 220 x 176 Resolution • Waterproof • Illuminated Display
 
 
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EXPERT REVIEWS (5)
 
Published
Sep 4, 2010
 
 
RAM Mounting Systems RAM-B-166-MA6U Suction Cup Mount for Magellan eXplorist XL :...
AmazonBasics Universal Travel Case for Small Electronics and Accessories (cameras...This is a good mount, very sturdy and can pivot in miltiple places...
4X4REVIEW.COM: Garmin's GPS 12 VS. Magellan's GPS 2000 XL
Okay, I have to admit, the first time I saw a guy with a GPS unit on the trail, two thoughts came to mind...Our tests were conducted in a variety of locations to include houses, garages, the city, country, back country, mountains, and even in a Boeing 737 aircraft (The pilots got a kick out of that one...The new GPS 2000 XL satellite navigator offers the ultimate in simplicity and durability...
GPS: Navigation Systems Mapping and Geocaching: Garmin GPSMap 60CSx and Magellan...
Geocaching is treasure hunting in the 21st century...Two of the best handheld gps devices are the Garmin GPSMap 60CSx (pictured at the top of this page) and the Magellan eXplorist XL (pictured at the bottom...The eXplorist XL and GPSMap 60CSx both have exceptional reception...The eXplorist XL is slightly cheaper, and may be best used by a gps novice while a more advanced...
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USER REVIEWS (24)
 
Retrevo analyzed
61 user reviews
 
(3.35 out of 5)
Average rating
from 19
reviews
3.7/5
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Magellan eXplorist XL Water Resistant Hiking GPS
"On the other hand, the 76CS has a good altimeter on it (much better than that of the eXplorist 600, the thermometer/barometer/altimeter of which is located too close the hot backlight and makes for some pretty erroneous readings..."

"This is inconsequential when driving or geocaching, but very problematic if you're doing long-distance hiking with the unit (in which case I'd recommend a ForeTrex or other..."

Average rating
from 13
reviews
2.4/5
Magellan eXplorist XL - 3.5 in. Handheld GPS Receiver Product Reviews and Price Comparison...
"Amazing Screen, DryCell Power, SD-Card Expansion Almost NO maps included at all adding them is EXPENSIVE, Hardware Locked w/Activation Summary: I was looking forward to this unit for some time..."

"Yes, it is expensive and you will need to buy Magellan's MapSend Software to use the XL's built-in mapping functions (which are very good..."

"I have owned my explorist XL for a while..."

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Average rating
from 4
reviews
4.0/5
Newegg.com - MAGELLAN eXplorist XL 3.5" Handheld GPS
"The size is a little bulky and i recommend the 500 or 600 or Garmin 60csx for hiking..."

"Magellan customaer support isn't anywhere near as good as Garmin from several sources..."

"Large and very clear display good amount of internal memory locks and holds satelite links very well The base map is terrible The unit is heavy and larger than most..."

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Magellan eXplorist XL Review: Satellite Navigation Devices Reviews Best Satellite...
The Magellan eXplorist XL is a solidly made and reliable handheld GPS receiver with touches that will appeal most to the adventurer...The eXplorist XL is a rugged GPS navigator designed for outdoor use...You can store up to five different tracks for cross-country hikes each with as many as 2,000 points along the way...But Magellan's eXplorist XL GPS receiver is...
Magellan eXplorist XL Portable GPS Receiver Overview & User ...
Nothing but problems, sent it to Magellan twice, still malfunctions all the time. Between the maps I "HAD" to buy and the shipping I have a $700 GPS that really doesn ...
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Average rating
from 1
reviews
4.0/5
RAM Mounting Systems RAM-B-166-MA6U Suction Cup Mount for Magellan eXplorist XL :...
"This is a good mount, very sturdy and can pivot in miltiple places..."

"It is kind of big and that is the only reason I did not give it 5 stars..."

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Average rating
from 13
reviews
2.4/5
Magellan eXplorist XL Reviews. Product reviews of Magellan eXplorist XL - 3.5 in....
"Amazing Screen, DryCell Power, SD-Card Expansion Almost NO maps included at all adding them is EXPENSIVE, Hardware Locked w/Activation I was looking forward to this unit for some time..."

"Yes, it is expensive and you will need to buy Magellan's MapSend Software to use the XL's built-in mapping functions (which are very good..."

"It just decided not to power up one day..."

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Average rating
from 8
reviews
3.8/5
Magellan eXplorist XL Portable Navigator - Magellan GPS Reviews and Prices at PriceGrabber
"The colors are good at making distinctions..."

"It has always provided good routing both in the US (Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, New Hampshire, Maine, California) and in Canada (Quebec provice and city..."

"I recommend a 1GB card and save several map segments in lieu of big ones..."

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Magellan eXplorist XL Portable GPS Receiver - Car GPS (Navigation)s - CNET Archive
"After researching Magellan online I've found a lot of people in the same boat, some of whom sent theirs in for repair never to see them again! Mine is still at repair, so they say, with a completion date of never! Bottom line: stay away from any Magellan product..."

"I don't recommend hiking with it in the hand..."

"I highly recommend Magellan to offer a SD card with the entire..."

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Average rating
from 2
reviews
3.4/5
Magellan eXplorist XL Large-Screen Color GPS Navigation at TigerDirect.com
"I purchased the Magellan explorist XL in Feb..."

"It's not! It's now almost 7 months since Vista was retail released..."

"With the Topo 3D or street route Mapsend software this is all you will ever need..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
5.0/5
Magellan eXplorist XL Recreational GPS Receiver With 3-Axis Compass | Vanns.com
"Their are many reasons I like this GPS..."

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PRICES (5)
 
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Magellan MapSend BlueNav XL3 Charts for eXplorist Northern Canada Salt/Freshwater Map microSD Card by Magellan...
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Find magellan xl from a vast selection of Men's Clothing on eBay!...
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Magellan EXplorist XL North America GPS Receiver - Reviews ...
The advanced, yet easy-to-use Magellan eXplorist XL ensures navigators can easily see where they're going with a rugged handheld GPS. It also delivers unlimited map ...
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Mapsend Bluenav Xl Electronics GPS Accessories - Shopping.com
The Magellan MapSend BlueNav XL Chart (Gulf of Mexico, East) offers the most complete detailed marine cartography for the Venice to Biloxi waterways available anywhere...
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Magellan delivers innovative GPS technology for vehicle navigation, outdoor recreation, iphones, and GIS...
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