[at-l] Re: Delorme topo software

[Brian Wasson <briwasson@ddaccess.com>]

I was just looking at the Delorme topo mapping software the other day in 
CompUSA (which, BTW, has it on sale this week for $69.99, I think). I too 
wonder if it's good enough (i.e. small enough scale) to use for hiking. 
I've had good experience using their "Atlases" to find trailheads and 
plan trips, but they aren't really detailed enough for trail use, IMO.

Anybody out there have a chance to try it out?

Wndrlst


>I recently got this sales pitch from my email service provider. Has
>anyone ever used this sort of thing? Can it give usable detail for the
>sort of trip planning backpackers would do? Hopeful
>
>This week, we are bringing you the ultimate topographical mapping
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>enables you to explore the entire US in amazing 2-D or 3-D topographical
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>with DeLorme's renowned backroad detail and a wealth of invaluable tools
>for planning your next outdoor trip............ this product is
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