GPS mapping for Android

mainly www.bikehike.co.uk and sometimes www.bikeroutetoaster.com

I normally don't export straight to the gps I'll save the file then copy it on manually. Also its a good idea to only have the courses on you need as the device only takes the first 100 course points or track points, always get confused. So if you already have 60 on one saved track then load another with 100 you will only get the first 40. Thats why I try and be sparing with them as you can run out especially if you get the program to put them in automatically.

Aaaah I think I get everything now.

Creating a course is what you need if you want to stick to the route (but more of an effort):

You can create a course (.tx file) and it will only bleep at you if you go off course. You save them in Training > Course.

You can add course points to the course to help you navigate. The Garmin will give you a warning to turn left or right or whatever course point you chose. You can only have a total of 100 course points in the Garmin which is not a lot!

You can navigate anywhere by telling the Garmin where you want to go (this is what we did in Suffolk on hols and it was pretty good) and it will navigate you. If you map a ride (.gpx file) it might take you via other routes. Question: if you stop the recalculate automatically option, would it not stick to your route? I haven't tried that yet.

bikehike.co.uk looks really greats.

For people who want to know more about Garmin 305 and 705 (and 605) this is a great site.

Thanks Daccordi, you have been a great help.