Maps That Work Offline

Trailheads lose cell service within a mile, so maps have to live on the device.

Battery for a Full Day Out

A dawn start with no outlet on the ridge means charging is not an option.

Rugged and Waterproof

Rain, stream crossings, and drops onto rock are ordinary events on a trail.

Readable in Bright Sun

Above the treeline, glare washes out screens tuned for indoor viewing.

Works With Gloves On

Cold mornings and exposed ridges mean buttons beat a small touch target.

A Backup That Needs No Power

When a battery dies far from the car, a compass and a paper map still work.