Custom Topo Maps for Rucking

gwill034 · 01-21-2014, 12:04

Because it seems good to always practice Land Nav whenever possible, particularly when rucking, thought I'd share this. This is also useful to just anyone in need of a good map.

http://www.mytopo.com/search.cfm

This is MyTopo.com from Trimble Company. I saw it mentioned just briefly in some much older posts. Gives you the ability to create custom topographical maps on waterproof paper. Prices aren't bad, you can create a map of generally any CONUS location and have it shipped to you for ~$15-25.

In my outdoor exploits I have often found available maps difficult to get, expensive, or inadequate. Especially for smaller parks, etc. Military grid is available, along with several scale choices, datums, etc.

Does anyone else have experience using this product? Any advice on how to custom build these maps per military style?

-Greg

gwbarnes · 01-21-2014, 12:53

I have used them several times, with excellent results. Service is excellent, prices are reasonable and the quality is high. Before you hit the order button, explore all their options, with respect to scale, folded, rolled or flat, etc. These are highly customizable.

steel_eel · 01-21-2014, 13:18

I have several maps from this company. Quality goods.
If you want to use it for Military land nav, select MGRS as the grid reference, and either 1:25k, 1:50k scale. I believe only one of these is available for scale.

steel_eel · 01-21-2014, 13:20

I also believe the GM-angle is noted on these maps, however I would have to look at one of mine to confirm/deny.

Streck-Fu · 01-21-2014, 13:25

How do their products compare in cost and quality to what can be bought from the USGS?

gwill034 · 01-22-2014, 08:50

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Originally Posted by Streck-Fu

How do their products compare in cost and quality to what can be bought from the USGS?

I had one USGS map of the Susquehanna Valley in PA. From what I can recall the paper material and style was comparable but slightly different. USGS is great, this source is just nice for the ability to custom design your product.

Meant to respond sooner. Having some power issues from recent snow storm here.