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Embark on your next marine adventure with unwavering confidence using the Garmin GPSMAP 79s, a powerhouse handheld designed specifically for the demands of open water. Whether you're navigating coastal waters, charting fishing spots, or exploring remote shorelines, this device delivers pinpoint accuracy and toughness that stands up to the harshest conditions. Its buoyant design ensures it stays with you even if it takes an unexpected swim, while the vibrant, sunlight-readable display keeps critical data in view no matter the weather.
Imagine dropping anchor at your favorite fishing hole without second-guessing your position, or confidently threading through unfamiliar inlets during low visibility. The GPSMAP 79s excels in real-world marine scenarios, offering high-sensitivity reception that locks onto satellites faster than many competitors. Its transflective color display shines under direct sunlight, reducing glare and eye strain during long days on the water.
Beyond boating, this handheld shines for kayaking, hiking near waterways, or geocaching along beaches. The built-in hunt/fish calendar adds value for outdoor enthusiasts, predicting optimal activity times based on lunar phases and solunar tables. Pair it with compatible Garmin charts for turn-by-turn guidance on detailed roads when transitioning from water to land.
Maintenance is straightforward: Rinse with fresh water after saltwater exposure, and store in a cool, dry place to preserve battery life and sensor performance. For peak accuracy, update firmware regularly via USB connection to keep satellite support current.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 2.67" x 6.85" x 1.67" (6.77 x 17.40 x 4.23 cm) |
| Display | 3" diagonal (1.5" W x 2.5" H), 240 x 400 pixels, transflective 65K color TFT |
| Weight | 9.95 oz (282 g) with batteries |
| Battery | 2 AA (not included), up to 19 hours GPS mode |
| Water Rating | IPX7; MIL-STD-810 thermal, shock, water (bare unit) |
| Memory | 8 GB internal; microSD up to 32 GB |
| Satellites | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS |
| Sensors | 3-axis compass, barometric altimeter |
| Navigation | 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes (250 points each), 250 tracks (20,000 points) |
Yes, it's engineered to float face-up, making retrieval easy even in rough seas. This buoyancy is a key feature for marine use.
Up to 19 hours in GPS tracking mode with two AA batteries, extendable with rechargeable NiMH or lithium options for multi-day trips.
Absolutely, it supports microSD cards up to 32 GB for loading marine charts, topo maps, or custom data via Garmin's tools.
Yes, the 3-axis tilt-compensated compass provides reliable headings even when stationary, unaffected by tilt or roll.
Perfect for hiking, kayaking, fishing, geocaching, and hunt/fish planning with built-in calendars and area calculation tools.
Yes, multi-GNSS support including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, and SBAS ensures global accuracy in obstructed areas.
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.
Cast off confidently with GPSMAP ® 79s which helps to Stay on course, and track more adventures with these rugged, floating handhelds.
GPSMAP 79s Handheld GPS
Cast off confidently with the GPSMAP 79s marine GPS handheld. This rugged, floating handheld features a sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display that is fog-proof and scratch-resistant. You get access to a range of satellite constellations, so you get more reliable, accurate tracking around the world. Navigate wherever your adventures take you with the worldwide basemap. With more memory than previous models, you can save and track 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes. Keep your bearings with the built-in compass.
Features:
Rugged Handheld
This handheld is water-resistant (IPX7) with a high-resolution color display you can read in the sun. The glass is even scratch-resistant and fogproof.
Designed To Float
If rough waters come and the handheld goes overboard, don't worry. This device floats.
Battery Life
User-replaceable AA batteries (not included) provide up to 19 hours of battery life in GPS tracking mode.
Accurate Tracking
With support for multiple satellite constellations such as GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS you'll get accurate, reliable tracking and positioning around the world.
Increased Memory
More memory than previous models means you can save and track 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fitness activity files.
Built-In Compass
The 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass shows your heading even while the boat is standing still.
In The Box
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 23 - Jul 28
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