Santa finally got it right. I now own a Garmin etrex Venture Handheld GPS. I have read another thread about GPS units and it seems that most of you have the "Legend" brand. I have a few questions for you.

1. Is the "Venture" new to the product line?
2. Where is a good place to mount the GPS unit? (Trampoline aft of the mast?)
3. Is there a way I can keep it from sinking in the event of a capsize?
4. How much abuse can a handheld GPS withstand?
5. Is it worth the cost of purchasing a CD-Rom to download maps?


Thanks for your help. I'm sure I'll have more questions as time goes on.


Robert