Garmin eTrex 30
Product Packaging:Standard Packaging This RAM high strength composite cradle is designed to hold the following devices:
I’ve used RAM mounts with the original eTrax, the 60C, and now the eTrex 20. The mounts hold the devices very securely and yet they can be easily removed. The latter is very important to me as I often use the unit on a motorcycle or bicycle and want to take it with me when I park.I’ve used RAM products for years so I know what to expect, but to clarify it for new users: RAM mounting solutions are very flexible, but that implies there are separate items for a complete solution. For example, the cradles do not come with the diamond shaped ball attachments, the dogbone connector, or the base. However, I have the U-bolt handlebar ball base on the bikes, and the suction cup windshield base in the car. Once you have all the pieces, the cradle can be transferred from vehicle to vehicle in seconds, or a eTrex 20 can be swapped for a 60C in its cradle.
Overall satisfied with the mount. Good quality product and will last a lifetime. The only thing negative i have to say is that the description was not very accurate. This does NOT come with the 1” RAM ball mount. The ball is a separate item. I learned this the hard way. I had to go to an ATV store to order this. That detail should have been listed. I am still satisfied with the mount.
its big, it seems it coukd be a bit smaller as there is a huge bulge at the base. i did discover, tho, that two extra batteries can fit in this space. if you tape them together they probably can’t fall out.
I bout this for one reason to mount on my Suzuki King Quad 750 with a RAM System,it’s my other out door Wheel Chair for Getting around.I use it al the time when out to our Ranch Estate in Colorado to trak and keep a running log of every place I go and find my way home.NOTE this will not WORK with the Mil. Spec. Case ( Special Ops Black, Made in the USA ) or the Power Cord, Just fit’s way to well and hold it real tight in any condition to date I have been in.The real nice part is the holding power of it even in real bumpy off road on a 4X4 wheeler it just holds it and protects it perfect.It allows you to take it out easy and put it back in with a death grip.Love this RAM Cradle, and with the ram it even fits in my pickup Trucks Cup holder and clamps down as well, NOTE if you use the short cord for down loading it will fit in this Cradle while in the Truck and not use the NiMH Batteries in it that last for ever.
Although the RAM cradle is well made, it has nothing to attach the cradle to anything- you have to buy that separately, and that can get expensive. I guess I’ll make some sort of bracket to attach the cradle to my bike or truck, but I expected a suction cup at least. Live and learn.
as snug as it needs to be, and have not lost my garman after a couple of spills, albeit in the sand. does wear a bit at the top creating a mark on the garman.
This mount works very well at doing its job and I have no legitimate complaints. It’s performs awesomely when my GPS unit is mounted to my moto handlebars. The only nitpicky thing I can add is that when the GPS isn’t mounted, the spindle roller at the top rattles like a rattlesnake and drives you crazy making you think the valves in your engine are badly clattering. Obvious solution is to remove it in those moments, but when I forget it’s a real buzzkill on my rides.
It holds my eTrex10 snugly, Be careful though for the part that connects the cradle to my bike I ordered the wrong one. IT IS IMPORTANT TO BUY A RAM MOUNT BRAND. I made the mistake of buying the wrong one and had to return it to amazon.
The actual mount for a bicycle and this holder are sold as two separate products; I did not realize this until i received this in the mail.
holds it nicely
Works as promised very happy with purchase
Holds my eTrex20 GPS on my snowmobile handlebars as good as could be expected.
I use this on my dual sport bike and it holds the GPS very firmly, even when riding over/through rocks, ditches, streams, etc.
fits great
nice quality
Works great with the other Ram parts and fits the GSP nice and tight.
Much deeper than necessary, but the extra depth allows you to snap the GPSr into the mount without detaching the belt clip or carabiner clip.
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