Based on what it's product description says, the Garmin 76s gps device has been specifically designed to fit the needs of those seeking outdoor adventures on both land and sea.

In order to convince myself that the designers of this gadget have indeed been successful in addressing the needs of the market segment they were targeting, I searched through published reviews to see what actual users are saying about it.

In this article, I list the top three features that people identify. In this way, I hope I will help you in making an informed decision, when you will be doing your research to buy a gps device.

GPS receiver sensitivity

When you travel outdoors off the beaten track, the most important feature that you cannot do without, is of course a strong gps signal. You will be pleased to know that, based on numerous reviews that I read, the garmin 76s passes the gps sensitivity test with flying colors!

More than one of the reviewers mentioned that they were impressed with the device's ability to retain its gps signal, even under heavy tree cover or in canyons.

Massive memory

Another feature that received positive comments is the size of the 24 MB built-in memory of the garmin 76s. Almost all of the users remarked that this amount of memory is adequate to download plenty of maps to use.

As one of the reviewers suggests, the garmin 76s is the ideal gps to carry with you, if you plan to go for a long trip with more than three destinations.

Durability

What impressed most of the users is its ability to survive even under the harshest conditions.

It is very rugged and people report of actual instances that they dropped the unit by mistake from more than 3 meters high, only to find, to their amazement, that it had not registered even a scratch!

One reviewer says that he bought his own unit to be used in a snowcat (track laying vehicle for travel on snow) and survived in an environment of constant shock and vibration, as well as extreme temperatures.

What is particularly fascinating is its ability to float. That makes it ideal for use by people who spend time in the sea.