I have a Garmin 705 GPS as a bike computer, and use it to track lots of other kinds of trips. The screen isn't good for using as a tool while driving (the iphone is better for real time info) however it's got a great interface for sharing info after the fact.
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/30824944 (no that wasn't in my westy : )

Peter Kraiker
http://studiofstop.com
'82 Westfalia 1.9TD 5spd

On 2010-08-12, at 1:02 PM, Shawn Wright wrote:

> I've often thought having an altimeter in the van would be a useful addition
> when driving in the mountains, as knowing the elevation of a pass doesn't
> tell the whole story if you don't know your current elevation. Has anyone
> tried one with any success?
> 
> --
> Shawn Wright
> '88 Westy 1.6TD