>>2627205I prefer to follow the trails as closely as possible unless snowfall has significantly altered the terrain's contour, because as a newbie with little experience navigating challenging topography, I defer the task of mapping an appropriate path of ascent to the 'expertise' of those who laid the trail. When relying on my phone, I can sometimes find myself within an error radius of 150 feet. It's annoying because I like to move fast and have to constantly stop to stay 'close enough' lest I deviate beyond what my confidence would allow.
>>2627219I'm using a Google Pixel 6 and I find it inadequate, and a step up from my previous Xiaomi chongphone. I'm not in north America, the region I hike in is quite geologically stable.
>>2627221Hmm, not a bad idea. I have considered buying a GPS unit and hooking it to an SBC or microcontroller + bluetooth, but I'd prefer something that can integrate with digital maps without a fuss. I can't speak to your misgivings about apps - not something I've ever experienced.
>>2627224I haven't tried the airplane mode trick before. I'd prefer to have whatever cell signal is available even if it's just to be able to place an emergency call though.
