Bushnell BackTrack

I had high hopes for this GPS device. At first glance, Bushnell puts out a very reasonably priced GPS device for the regular guy.  After looking deeper, you realize that the Back Track offers few features and loses out to technology that your cellphones now offer. Essentially, the Back Track is a device that will bring you to a specific location that you have marked. It will show you the direction with an arrow and the distance left to travel.  It will allow you to mark 3 positions.

When using a device like this, it makes you realize how helpful it is to see a display screen showing a map and your tracks on the map. If Bushnell upgraded the Back Track to offer these features, I would definitely jump on the band wagon.

On several occasions, my Back Track pointed me in the wrong direction. I never was able to figure out if it was a matter of not being able to pick up satelites or because it wasn't working right. 

As for durability, I put mine to the test.  Everything was great UNTIL I left my BackTrack on the tailgate of my truck and drove off.  After 2-3 miles, the GPS device fell to the ground.  From there, it proceeded to be run over by several vehicles.  I do not recommend running over your BackTrack as it did not survive the experience.  I can't knock the BackTrack because no electronic device should be able to handle being run over by vehicles!

Because of the lack of features, I would recommend you find a GPS device offering map displays, which shows your tracks as you travel.  For a few more bucks, it is worth the price.  If you are on a budget and want a device that marks where you parked your car, this is your ticket.

Stay tuned for other GPS device reviews, including reviews of Iphone apps used by outdoorsmen.

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You can purchase the Bushnell BackTrack at the following locations:

Cabelas
Dick's Sporting Goods
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