Locosys GT-31.Wind Surf & Snow approx $250 + Pacqua midi waterproof case (holds GPS & phone) $35
Used by windsurfers, bikers, bushwalkers etc etc.

None are waterPROOF - get a case

innerwealth said...

I paddle an ocean ski and sea kayak and need a GPS with a decent screen (I'm getting old) - I need heart rate, location (der) and might be best if it's waterproof - :)

Most locals recommend a Garman 705 and I can get these around $450 - anyone have any better ideas?

I have had the Garmin 705 for about a month now. I use it for cycling but also want to take it windsurfing to see how fast (or slow) I'm.

Garmin is waterproof to 1 m only (I think) so you might want to put it into an aquapac.

Also be aware it comes with only VERY BASIC maps, of you want anything decent you'll have to buy them.

Overall I'm pretty happy with it. It has a lot of excercise functions, you can configure the screens etc.