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Q: I'm wondering why there are no reviews for this item...anywhere. It looks to be a good quality product, but I'm a bit concerned at the lack of a map.

The 73 is a replacement for my much-loved Garmin 72H, which finally started to give up the ghost (display pixels failing) after yet another sailboat race to Hawaii. This was Hawaii race number 6 for this particular 72H, this year going doublehanded on an Olson 30. It was a very fast and wet ride (2070 miles in 11 days 5 hours!)User-settable speed filtering is an absolutely essential feature for sailboat racing, and the 72H and 73 are the only handhelds that have it. It's critical to be able damp out speed variations due to GPS scatter, to detect changes in current and other slowly-varying factors that might only show as tenths of a knot. When I first saw the 73 at a boat show last fall, I complained that the screen was smaller than the screen on the 72H. But I think the resolution is improved, so readability does not suffer. The plus side is that battery life is vastly improved. The 73 is extremely user-configurable, so there is a learning curve involved. For example, it took a few minutes just to find a display mode that would show latitude and longitude. But once set up to your preferences, it's a great piece of gear. As you suggest, I wish Garmin would add the speed filtering feature to a higher-end handheld that could also hold a map database.

Q: Is this unit waterproof? I plan on using this in a bailout bag crossing back and forth by boat to the Bahamas

To some degree so long as you do not submerge it.

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⛵ Chart Your Course to Adventure!

SAIL LIKE A PRO - Unlock advanced sailing features with SAILASSIST, including virtual starting lines and countdown timers.
STAY POWERED UP - Enjoy uninterrupted adventures with an impressive 18+ hour battery life on just 2 AA batteries.
NEVER LOSE YOUR WAY - Store up to 1,000 waypoints and 100 tracks to effortlessly return to your favorite spots.
USER FRIENDLY DESIGN - Experience effortless navigation with an intuitive interface and dedicated backlit buttons for easy operation.
NAVIGATE WITH CONFIDENCE - Utilize essential marine features like MOB, route planning, and customizable alarms for a safe journey.

The Garmin GPS 73 is a compact and powerful handheld GPS device designed specifically for sailing enthusiasts. With a 2.6-inch display, it features advanced sailing tools, an 18-hour battery life, and robust marine functionalities, making it an essential companion for navigating the waters.

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Memory Storage Capacity	1000 KB
Display Type	128 x 160 pixels
Human-Interface Input	Buttons
Control Method	Touch
Are Batteries Included	No
Supported Satellite Navigation System	GPS
Connectivity Protocol	USB
Sport Type	Sailing
Battery Average Life	18 Hours
Mount Type	Wrist Mount, found in image
Resolution	128 x 160
Compatible with Vehicle Type	Boat
Screen Size	2.6 Inches
Additional Features	Bluetooth
Connectivity Technology	USB
Map Types	Nautical
Item Weight	0.5 Pounds
Item Dimensions L x W x H	6"L x 1.2"W x 2.6"H

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