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Includes Free Gold Support Package

Marine handheld GPS preloaded with worldwide basemap

This option does not have the inReach Sattelite Communication built in (two way text messaging via sattelites), the GPSMAP86i has this feature.

- Water-resistant, floating design, sunlight-readable 3" display and button operation provide ease of use on the water

- Stream boat data from compatible chartplotters and instruments to consolidate your marine system information

- Functions as a remote control for convenient operation of your Garmin autopilot and select FUSION® marine products

- Supports optional BlueChart g3 charts

- Adjustable GPS filter smooths speed and heading indications over swells

- Pair with your compatible smartphone to receive smart notifications

Cast off confidently with the GPSMAP 86s handheld. Whether you’re out for a day of fishing, sailing or cruising, you’ll gain peace of mind that comes from having a backup navigator. This premium handheld floats and has a sunlight-readable 3” colour display. Plus, wireless connectivity makes it a virtual extension of your onboard marine system, giving you added awareness and convenience.

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PLUS - We don't just sell you a box with a GPS unit in. In with the price we teach you how to use it via our online training course (online resource), give you free factsheets and training manuals (in with your unit) and are only ever a telephone call away if you ever need any help.

PLUS - All GPS units are kept in stock and is sent out Royal Mail Special Delivery, so it will be with you the next working day (if ordered before 15.30).

PLUS - We also will take your old GPS as a trade in, to get a trade in value for your GPS unit please click here.

Buy and Learn from the experts - GPS Training.

With this GPS purchase you get our 'gold' support package for 1 year (see below) - worth £145.00

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Connect with your boat

Sync GPSMAP86s with compatible Garmin chartplotters and instruments and you’ll see real-time boat data displayed right on your handheld. Plus, it can serve as a remote control for convenient operation of your Garmin autopilot and select FUSION marine products. When you’re underway, an adjustable GPS filter smooths speed and heading indications over swells for more accurate tracking.

Optional BlueChart g3 charts

GPSMAP® 86s comes preloaded with a worldwide basemap. It also allows you to add BlueChart g3 coastal charts, giving you industry-leading coverage, clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics® data. Detailed contours allow you to see 30 cm (1 ft)  contours that provide a more accurate depiction of bottom structure for improved fishing charts and enhanced detail in swamps, canals and port plans.

Stay in touch

Get smart notifications right on your GPSMAP86s handheld when you pair it with your compatible smartphone. You can also sync GPSMAP86s with the Garmin Explore portal and app for cloud management of your favourite waypoints, tracks and routes. GPSMAP86s offers Wi-Fi® connectivity, ANT+® technology and Bluetooth® wireless technology for easy wireless updates and connections. For long voyages, its internal, rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 40 hours of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode

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in the box

- GPSMAP86s handheld with worldwide basemap

- 1:50k TOPO Great Britian Map Card

- Lanyard

- USB to Micro USB cable

- Documentation

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1. Does this unit have a built in battery?

Yes it does, this makes is one of the major differences between this and the Garmin GPSMAP66s

2. How do I access my free training that I get when I buy a GPS from GPS Training?

•   You will receive everything you need to access this in with your GPS.

•   You will receive a username and password so you can access the GPS online resource (online training course) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

3. What are the Garmin Connect Mobile Bluetooth® Minimum Device Requirements?

Please find a link here showing minimum Bluetooth Requirements