Episodes

GPS Training Podcast – Episode 125 In this month’s episode of the GPS Training Podcast, Jon is joined once again by Andy from GPS Training. In this episode: Andy’s Update After The Lap Andy returns from taking on The Lap, a challenging 47-mile ultra-marathon around Lake Windermere. We discuss how his training went, the highs and lows of race day, what kit worked well, and what he learnt from the experience. If you’re considering your first ultra event, there are plenty of useful insights and...

In this month’s podcast Mad May – Half prices OS maps on the Garmin GPSMAP67i The biggest GPS mistakes we see every week 32gb TwoNav Terra being reintroduced, and the reasons why Why more people are getting rescued in the hills… and what we’re getting wrong – BMC article I recently read Andy’s Top Tips —- 1st Story – Mad May – Half prices 1:25k OS maps on the Garmin GPSMAP67i —- Garmin led promotion – we cannot offer this discount without them. – 1:25k, 1:50k and 1:250k map card – RRP – £...

In this month’s podcast Garmin software update GPS Amnesty – get free OS maps on a TwoNav GPS unit UK GPX Walks Directory Premium OS Planner – within online resource Trade in – get an instant price Andy’s Top Tips 1 – Garmin’s software update The Problem (In Simple Terms) Garmin released new software updates in March 2026: – Montana 700 / 700i / 750i / 710 / 710i / 760i Updated from 24.30 → 24.50 – GPSMAP 67 / 67i Updated from 9.35 → 9.38 These updates were intended to fix issues (including a ...

GPS Training Podcast – Episode 122 **Interview with Martin Overton, Founder of TalkyToaster Maps** In this episode, we sit down with **Martin Overton**, the founder of TalkyToaster Maps, to explore the story behind one of the most detailed and widely used third-party map providers for Garmin GPS devices. 1. What Are TalkyToaster Maps? Martin explains what TalkyToaster maps are and who they’re designed for. With over 500 maps covering almost every country and updated monthly, TalkyToaster pro...

Big news from Suunto, updated UK Grid reference finder, the end of the Garmin GPSMAP67 and Andy’s top tips. 1. 90 Years of Suunto Suunto was founded in 1936, celebrating 90 years in 2026 Anniversary marked with the Suunto Vertical Titanium Limited Edition Only 1,936 units worldwide Just 22 coming to the UK GPS Training is expecting at least 6 units What makes it special Titanium build Based on Suunto’s flagship outdoor watch A nod to Suunto’s expedition and navigation heritage, not fashio...

Getting to Grips with Your GPS in 2026 In this New Year’s Day episode, we look at one simple question many walkers and runners ask at the start of the year: “How do I actually get confident using my GPS?” Rather than talking tech for tech’s sake, this episode walks through the practical training options available through GPS Training, helping you choose the right level of support for how you use your GPS. What’s covered in this episode 1. The GPS Training Online Resource – more here 24/7 ac...

The final episode of the year – winter GPS tips, end of an era for the 67, multi-day adventures, Christmas wish-lists, and the AI Bot in action. Episode Overview In this month’s episode, Jon and Andy wrap up 2025 with a bumper winter edition of the GPS Training Podcast. They discuss the sudden end of the Garmin GPSMAP 67, compare the best units for winter use, dive into watches vs handhelds for multi-day adventures, and explore what people are asking the GPS Training AI Support Bot. They finish...

Welcome to the GPS Training Podcast, where we explore the latest outdoor navigation kit, training opportunities, and tools to make your time on the hills easier and safer. In this month’s episode, Jon and Andy dive into a packed line-up – 1. Field-Tested Review – Garmin eTrex Touch After several weeks of walking with the Garmin eTrex Touch, including filming a new Walk & Talk video, Jon and Andy share their real-world impressions. They cover: How well the touchscreen performs in wet and cold ...

In this month’s GPS Training Podcast, Jon and Andy are back together — and there’s plenty to talk about! What’s inside this episode: First thoughts on the Garmin GPSMAP H1 / H1i Plus We take Garmin’s brand-new handheld out into the field and share our first impressions: the rugged build, touchscreen performance, new features like the flashlight and siren, and whether it’s worth upgrading if you already own a GPSMAP 67i. Andy’s Windermere Lap adventure Andy laced up for a full circuit of Eng...

This month Jon sits down with adventurer Ian Hughes, whose journey has taken him from leaving school with no qualifications to serving in the Royal Green Jackets, working as a deep-sea saturation diver, and now aiming for one of the biggest challenges on earth — the Explorers Grand Slam.

In this month’s episode, Jon flies solo while Andy enjoys a well-earned holiday. We’ve packed a lot in — from brand-new GPS tools to the latest watch launches. Here’s what you can expect: 📰 News Round-Up Satellite Messenger Plan Calculator – Compare real-world costs of Garmin, ZOLEO, and Spot devices. Garmin inReach Cost Calculator – Work out the ongoing costs of owning an “i” series GPS unit. COROS NOMAD GPS Watch – Adventure-first design with journaling features, but will GPS Training stoc...

GPS Training Podcast #114 – GPX Files, Suunto Insights & Long-Distance GPS Choices Welcome to another packed episode of the GPS Training Podcast! This month, Jon is joined by Andy from GPS Training to cover: 🔁 1. Reflections on the Suunto Interview (Podcast #113) Andy shares his key takeaways from the mid-month chat with Dan Southam, Suunto’s UK Marketing Manager. 👉 Watch the full video interview with Dan Southam here » What stood out? Suunto’s long heritage in navigation, starting with t...

GPS Training Interview with Dan Southam – Suunto Marketing Manager – Special mid-month podcast. In the 113th episode of the GPS Training Podcast, John interviews Dan Southam, the UK Marketing Manager for Suunto, a Finnish outdoor brand with a rich heritage dating back to 1936. Dan outlines Suunto’s journey from inventing the liquid-filled compass to developing advanced GPS watches designed specifically for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. Suunto’s core mission is to inspire people to get outside ...

New Inreach subscriptions, Post Spine Race catch-up, Suunto Wing Bone conductor headphones and Suunto summer deals In this month’s podcast 1. New inReach subscriptions 2. Spine Race 2025 – post race chat 3. Suunto Wing bone conduction headphones – first thoughts 4. What’s hot this month – Suunto Summer deal 5. Andy’s top tips 6. New segment – Some of the tech questions asked to the GPS Training AI bot over the past month 1. New inReach Subscriptions
 🟢 Talking Points: – What are Garmin i...

AI support bot, Goal Zero, 1:1 training and Andy’s top tips In this month’s podcast AI support Bot – within the GPS Training online resource Biolite has taken over Goal Zero 1:1 training in person, here in Northumberland – Frank, from America Andy’s top tips AI support Bot Solution for 24/ 7 support Sits within online resource – links to videos etc Training the bot – 3,218 pages of information – an internal bot (no incorrect info_ All created by ourselves here at GPS Training Tried upl...

Harvey Maps is a specialist British mapmaker known for producing highly detailed, award-winning walking and outdoor maps. Founded in 1977, the company focuses on creating maps designed by walkers, for walkers, with clarity and accuracy at the heart of everything they do. Their maps are trusted by mountain rescue teams, event organisers, and outdoor enthusiasts alike, especially for challenging terrain like the Munros, Lake District, and national trails such as the Pennine Way. Printed on tough,...

Trump tariffs, Watch v Handheld, Harvey Maps and Andy’s top tips In this month’s GPS Training Podcast Trump tariffs – will they affect GPS prices? The great GPS debate: Watch vs Handheld Harvey Maps on a TwoNav GPS unit Andy’s top tips 1. Trump Tariffs – GPS prices Only effects Garmin? Although Garmin is an American company, most of its GPS products are manufactured in Taiwan, which is now facing a 32% import tariff. 9th April original date of tariffs, but then put on pause for 90 days – 9...

SatMap/ TwoNav upgrade offer – last week, Outdoor Expo – Birmingham NEC and lots more In this month’s podcast SatMap/ TwoNav upgrade offer – last week Outdoor Expo – Birmingham NEC OS shop – no longer selling GPS units and OS maps for GPS Unit 64gb TwoNav Terra and Cross Plus Andy’s top tips SatMap/ TwoNav upgrade offer – last weekgpstraining.co.uk > News > special offer – SatMap user upgrade Outdoor Expo – Birmingham NEC – many thanksMany thanks to everybody who came along and said hello...

In this episode of the GPS Training podcast, we cover: 1. Suunto Range of Watches We break down Suunto’s latest lineup, highlighting the differences in display types, battery life, size, and navigation features. From the vibrant AMOLED screens of the Race and Race S to the solar-powered, ultra-long battery life of the Suunto Vertical, we compare how they stack up against competitors like the Garmin Fenix 8. We also share real-world insights from the Spine Challenger North winner, who put these ...

In this special ‘mid-month’ podcast we interview Paul Grundy, winner of the Winter Spine Challenger North 2025

In this month’s podcast The New Montana 710/ 710i and 760i Outdoor GPS Shop Podcast Garmin BaseCamp and other route planning options Andy’s Top Tips 1. Garmin Montana 710, 710i and 760i What are the differences between the 710, 710i and 760i? Upgrades – – USBC – we put an an adapter – Double the memory – 16gb to 32gb – The ability to download free Topo Active maps other regions – also via wifi now if you add wifi via Garmin express first this should change – Improved battery life – 18 ...

What would you like to see from GPS Training in 2025? In this month’s podcast What would you like to see from GPS Training in 2025 – 1 min 40 sec GPS Training Options for 2025 – 5 min 15 sec Post TwoNav catch-up – 19 min 55 sec Andy’s Top Tips – 27 min 18 sec 1. What would you like to see from GPS Training in 2025? Asked for questions for TwoNav in the last podcast and had a good response, many thanks for that – More about that later So what would you to see from GPS Training in 2025? Vid...

Winter walking, an update from Zoleo, a look back at 2024 and Andy’s top tips. In this month’s podcast Winter walking – some things to think about Meeting with Zoleo last week A look back at 2024, what would we like to see for 2025 Andy’s Top Tips 1. Winter walking – some things to think about 1. Batteries 2. Powerbank, don’t forget your cable to charge your mobile phone or wireless charging 3. Escape routes, planning for the worst-case scenario – watch a video – planning your walk. 4. Tw...

What training opportunities do we have coming up in 2025, Fenix 8 – 6 weeks in and Andy’s top tips. In this month’s podcast What GPS Training courses do we have for 2025 Garmin Fenix 8 – 6 weeks in 1 thing that we each would encourage any GPS to do – the one action you would encourage every handheld GPS user to do Andy’s Top Tips 1. What courses do we currently have? 1. Online resource – £50.00/ year (included free with and GPS purchase) 2. Support packages – Bronze, Silver and Gold – £80...