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Bezzin you sound like you could use a little repost from earlier in the thread - you can plan a route from your desktop computer upload it and watch/listen to the routing on a Garmin 500 (200/510 as well). Garmin >500 are a benefit if you get lost and want to see what other roads is around you.
But maybe you are just like me and love to get lost in a 1.st world country to give you that survivor-rush.
Thuekr
I'm considering getting an 810 as I'm keen to use the mapping functionality to get out on the bike more and do some routes that are new to me. With some vouchers I can buy the unit for £180, but can someone explain the need for maps to me? I understand that the base maps are useless, and you can buy Garmin's official maps. Is it worth getting these, or is the open source alternative any good?
Thanks!