[at-l] Re: Delorme topo software

>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
>>software for hikers, bikers and RVers!  DeLorme's new Topo USA(tm)
>>enables you to explore the entire US in amazing 2-D or 3-D topographical
>>detail. It includes contour lines for the entire country on four CD-ROMs,
>>with DeLorme's renowned backroad detail and a wealth of invaluable tools
>>for planning your next outdoor trip............ this product is
>>exclusively available to you for only $89.95!
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