San Rafael Swell trip, Feb 9-12

[R0ckStar]

i spelled it wrong. it's actually "gaia gps". Incredible app, and you can choose which map source you want to use. I'm looking into a way to convert kmz --> kml --> gpx for use in gaia.

gaia gps... rgr
Just did a quick search, looks like there are some options out there for file conversion. Here's a couple to check perhaps..

Free web converter:
http://www.gpsvisualizer.com/gpsbabel/

GPS Babel, free
download page:
http://www.gpsbabel.org/download.html

 

[sixstringsteve]

I used GPS Babel. I had to unzip the KMZ to a KML. Then I converted the KML to GPX (link in 1st post). But I'm not able to import it into gaia... for now. I'm sure I'll find a workaround.

 

[sixstringsteve]

Got it! It's working beatifully. Running it on my Galazy Tablet right now. We'll test it out this weekend to see how it does. Right off the bat, I like it a lot more than Google Maps. Oh man, this is too cool.


GPX import to gaia maps:

http://www.gaiagps.com/wiki/gaia_gps_android_import_export

 

[R0ckStar]

Nice work... If it serves you well this weekend I'll pick it up for sure. I wish there was a demo to try just to to see how it plays with the harware.

 

[sixstringsteve]

there is a free demo available. I believe i had it for about 5 min before deciding I loved it enough to download the full $10 version. But the free one should be fine for this weekend.

I've used it in the past. I put my own waypoints into it and followed them. It worked quite well. This is my first time uploading a .gpx file into it. In fact, I didn't know what a gpx file was 'till Stephen explained it to me last night.


I just emailed Gaia support with questions, and they responded 2 hours later. At 10:30 at night. I'm MORE than happy to support these dudes.

 

[sixstringsteve]

who's getting excited?

 

[WillyLin]

Sad.. I am not gonna make it... I could friday, but i think i won't be able to find you guys down there in the wild.....

btw any idea of a good topo GPS for the windows mobile 5 PDA?

 

[sixstringsteve]

you could follow Roger and those guys down there on Friday evening. They'll get you to the campsite.

 

[sixstringsteve]

btw any idea of a good topo GPS for the windows mobile 5 PDA?

I haven't used it, but i see that navicomputer is an option.

 

[JL Rockies]

Sad.. I am not gonna make it... I could friday, but i think i won't be able to find you guys down there in the wild.....

btw any idea of a good topo GPS for the windows mobile 5 PDA?

You should drive down with the kool kidz.

 

[Maverick]

Still on the fence. We'll see how prepped we can get tonight and Weds. Not looking good, too many work deadlines. I could just take the eXcursion but I'd much rather bounce around the washes and roads of the Swell in the jeep. (we are gonna be in sandy washes aren't we?)

At least in the eXcursion I wouldn't have to bring extra fuel.

Brett

 

[JL Rockies]

You should come with the Excursion to achieve Level 2 Epicness.

 

[Maverick]

You should come with the Excursion to achieve Level 2 Epicness.

Please define Level 2 Epicness. I am not familiar with this novel term.

 

[lewis]

who's getting excited?

I am and I am not even going. I am in need of an outing very bad. I can't find anyone(that I can stand) to drive my truck down there Thursday night since I will be too tired to drive myself.

 

[JL Rockies]

Please define Level 2 Epicness. I am not familiar with this novel term.

Level 2 Epic-ness is 50% greater than regular Epic-ness.

 

[Maverick]

Level 2 Epic-ness is 50% greater than regular Epic-ness.

And merely showing up in an eXcursion will do that?

No wonder.

 

[R0ckStar]

I'm excited at an epic level.. Can't wait!

 

[DAA]

So, if you don't mind one more rig, I think I can make this one. If I can make it down to the hunt expo some time tomorrow to get my applications validated then I should be clear to go.

I'd just head down early Fri. morning and join the group camped at the Wedge overlook.

- DAA

 

[sixstringsteve]

That's great daa we would love to have you join us

 

[sixstringsteve]

I installed my cb last night. I just need to check all my fluids and spare tire then ill be ready to rock.