GolfLogix GPS by Garmin
March 8th, 2010 Posted in GPS
- User-friendly, golf-oriented GPS unit for displaying key yardage distances on the course
- Calculates instant, precise distances to the front, center, and back of greens, plus hazards; unit holds up to 20 courses with more than 21,800 available
- 1.25-by-2.25-inch LCD offers excellent visibility in direct sunlight; waterproof and shockproof
- Compatible with Windows Vista, XP, and 2000 and Mac OS X; up to 22 hours of battery life
- Includes belt/bag clip, USB-serial cable, and AA batteries; measures 2 x 4.4 x 1.2 inches (W x H x D)
Product Description
Knowing accurate distances on the course will increase your shot confidence, enhance your golfing experience and actually lower your scores. GolfLogix GPS continually calculates and displays distances to the front, cent… More >>
March 8th, 2010 at 4:25 pm
I purchased the Golflogix GPS instead of the more popular SkyCaddie because the Golflogix is made by Garmin. Obviously, Garmin knows GPS. The unit is actually a re-packaged Garmin eTrex. It is very solid and sturdy. When I bought it I found that three of the courses that I play were not mapped. I requested them and in one week they were available. Fantastic. I have also submitted questions via email and have been answered promptly. The unit is small and easy to use. It will increment holes automatically when I walk to the next hole. Most of the time I do not need to press any buttons. I would definitely recommend Golflogix.
Rating: 5 / 5
March 8th, 2010 at 7:08 pm
I had one of the early models made by SkyCaddie, and this device is far superior. It’s easier to use, holds 20 downloaded courses (as opposed to 10), finds the course you are at (as opposed to scrolling through a list), is waterproof (as opposed to water resistant), cost far less to get a one year membership to downloadable courses, and turns on in seconds with distances (as opposed to minutes). The 2008 model measures the distance from your last shot so you can tell how far you are hitting each club.
It’s very easy to use. Just turn it on. I had no trouble downloading the courses, and I am a Mac user with the Mac Leopard operating system. The Garmin algorithn for finding distances is quick and accurate.
I really like it and can’t imaging playing golf without it!
Rating: 5 / 5
March 8th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
I have used this item for several rounds of golf. It is very easy to use. Seems much easier to work than the Skycaddie. They both will give you the same information but this one is easier to read and operate. The customer service at Golflogix is tops also.
Rating: 5 / 5
March 8th, 2010 at 11:32 pm
I got the device last week and played two rounds of golf using it. By and large I am satisfied with the performance. The unit worked as advertised.
Here are some things to be aware of:
1. I was using the cart and there were several times when on reaching the ball I saw a 15 yard difference between what the unit was indicating and what the marking on the course was. I realized that you need to give the unit about 20 seconds after stoppint the cart to give the exact distance. If you walk to the ball, there is no issue..it will provide correct distance always.
2. The unit has two screens per hole. One showing distance to the green and the other showing hazard distances. The second screen does not indicate what hole it is showing distances for..would be a nice and simple enhancement.
3. Battery life is good..I played 2 rounds and the battery indicator barely moved.
4. looks and feels rugged and the belt clip is handy
5. I had an initial question about accessories. I emailed golflogix and got a response within a day.
6. Downloading courses to the device was quick and easy
I bought because of Garmin brand. I have a mobile garmin gps for my car, which i love.
Rating: 4 / 5
March 9th, 2010 at 12:10 am
So far the gps works fine, but it seems to be eating batteries much too quickly. I got 5 rounds out of the first set which was great. Since then, I can’t get a full round out of a set of batteries. At first I assumed I was using cheap batteries so I switched to Energizers and still can’t get a full round out of a set. I’m now waiting for the weather to warm up a bit and see if it’s the cold dragging them down. If it doesn’t do better, i’m calling the company for a new unit or a refund. I love how it works when it’s working, but, it sucks to play 12-15 holes and then see a “low battery” indicator come on!!!
Rating: 3 / 5