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Is there any way to convert GPI.YCHAT files to GPI? I am running a MAC and use Garmin POI Loader. Doesn't seem to want to convert the GPX.YCHAT files. Thanks in advance.

Just gave this site a plug on the Calgary AM770chqr Radio , Charles Adler Talk Show regarding GPS devices.

Just mentioned, and gave out the web address, that this is a great site with different forums that help out individuals get the best uses out of their various GPS devices.

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This is an article I read today on CNN.com. It gives a interesting insight on how the data for our devices is collected, and a glimpse of what's yet to come.

http://www.cnn.com/2009/TECH/08/12/digital.mapping/index.htm...

Krieger

The other day I found some mail in the yard-- it was not mine. It had an address that was close, but a different street. So I looked on a map to see where the street was-- it was not on the local map or index. Next I looked in Microsoft Streets and Trips-- not there either. WOW, could not believe that no one had the street listed.

Did anyone encounter problems accessing the POI factory yesterday. I tried to get on and kept getting the message "broken link." I was very worried that something had happened to the site. Needless to say, I am on today and can only express how relieved I am.

With all the recent furor with faulty air speed indicators (pitot tubes) causing erroneous air speed indications, especially in the AIRBUS, I wonder why commercial pilots do not insist on backup GPSr to have a more accurate air speed indicator.

If I were a commercial pilot (especially an AIRBUS) I would always bring my NUVI along to check the airspeed...

I came across this article today on the web site "gps blog". Thought it had some interesting info on current and future uses of our gps devices.

"Here are 10 GPS gadgets that might one day save your
life!"

http://www.gps.eu/10-ways-that-your-gps-can-save-your-life/

(hope it hasn't been posted here in the past; didn't see it when I searched.)

Just wanted to drop by and say hi to you great folks. I used to visit this site often but I rarely frequent now since I am busy with other forums and such. I would like to thanks Miss POI and every members that made this site possible. My good old faithful nuvi 360 is still going strong and I know it will serve me for many years to come.

As I travel across the U.S. I find that many military bases have rv spaces for active and retired military. Has anyone ever compiled a list of the military bases in the U.S.

I have not read the postings as closely as in the past and hope this has not been covered recently. I thought it would be interesting to learn how many members are in the factory, and if any membership count milestones are close at hand?

Is anyone else getting the same message I'm getting below?

"Your post was saved but is not yet published. Good posts are usually published within 24 hours."

This week we are recognizing Gleeb and Mgarledge.

Gleeb, You have been doing a great job making Park files for Ohio. Great Job!!!

Mgarledge, I appreciate all the help you have been giving in the forum area this last week. You Rock!!!

Miss POI

For anyone who has used the beta version of Windows 7, what are your thoughts on this operating system.

This is the place to talk about things that are not gps related.

Have fun...

This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.

MaryAnn Melby AKA Miss POI

While towing an rv it is nice to know where all the truck stops are located. I have all the truck stop POIs on the gps.
I set all the truck stop pois on a Tour Guide audio alert for 5 miles out.
This works very well since the truck stops are usually off (but adjacent to)the interstates and normal alerts do not work.

Just updated the NYPD POI with corrected coordinates for the 73Pct. located in Brooklyn, NY.

I have downloaded a POI file (Dunkin Donuts)
Using GPSBABEL I have converted it to a Delorme draw file for Street Atlas 2009
Opening the file works but nothing shows.

Does anybody on this forum have a suggestion on how to make this useful information visible on the Delorme maps in Street Atlas?

Thanks in advance.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32340356/ns/us_news-life

An infamous and inhospitable (unless you're a reptile) place living up to its name. Just goes to show that even with some supplies, a GPSr, and a cellphone that this may not be enough to save your life.

This was sent to me from a friend in Milwaukee so I thought I would pass it on to any of the group that lives in Milwaukee or the surrounding area.