Map Style Update!
The map style we have used for more than a decade has been updated to accommodate the changes in newer GPS models. The problem we face is the decluttering of the GPS map screen which results in minor
roads and tracks being very feint. Since our focus is to specifically highlight remote areas we felt the need to adapt the map style for these to show on the devices with more definition. The unintended result is
that the map style on Basecamp is compromised. The lines on Basecamp will show a lot thicker than before and some users may not want to use this for planning purposes. We have therefore created an
installer that will allow users to still load the old map style for use on Basecamp and their GPS should they wish to do so. The default map will use our new style. Our research focus has shifted to the Namaqualand region on the
west coast of South Africa. We will develop a highly detailed paper map of this region and so we have sent a research team to do on the ground research. Expect many updates in relation to POIs, road conditions and access.
We are also busy updating our Zambia guide book and although this is still in progress our research team has already started to update many destinations in Zambia. The Cederberg Hiking and Climbing map from our Slingsby range
has been updated recently and the changes from this project are now reflected in the GPS maps. Hiking trails in particular have been verified with Cape Nature.
T4A GPS Maps 25.05 comes preloaded on a micro SD card with standard adapter, ready for Plug & Navigate. This SD card can be used on most map capable Garmin handheld units and has been tested with latest Drive units as well.
The SD card also contains installation files for PC and Mac users who want to install the maps on their computers for trip planning or for transferring maps to older Garmin units such as the 276c, 76csx, previous generation eTrex, etc.
We processed 322 data submissions for this version. These data submissions contribute more roads and POIs to the map and improve the quality of existing data through corrections. The overall road coverage has increased by 1.1% from 24.10.
A few of the highlights are:
General updates
• Cederberg hiking trails
• Focus on Zambia in preparation for our self-drive guide book
• Focus on Namaqualand in preparation for our regional paper map
• Mozambique and Malawi updates from paper map project
Protected areas and trails
• Cederberg Cape Nature area
• West Lunga NP updated
• Zinave NP updated
• Namaqua NP updated
• Groenriviermond private nature reserve updated
• Bojaansklip nature reserve updated
Cities and towns
• Itezhi-Tezhi updates
• Velddrif updates
• B214 is tarred to Ncojane, Botswana
• highway updates around Okahandja, Namibia
• secondary & tertiary roads updates in Eastern Cape
• Klerksdorp street updates
Accommodation
• Casamunji Bushcamp added
• Bushfoot Basecamp added
• Tilodi Safari Lodge & Campsite added
