{"product_id":"garmin-gps-73-handheld-navigator-sailassist-2-6-inch-display","title":"Garmin GPS 73 Handheld Navigator — SailAssist, 2.6-inch Display","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMeet the Garmin GPS 73, a compact, floatable handheld navigator designed for power boats, sailboats, and small watercraft that don’t have a chart plotter. Its high-sensitivity GPS and easy-to-read display help you mark routes and return to them with confidence, even in challenging conditions. Sunrise, sunset, and other marine data add practical context for planning a day on the water, while NMEA 0183 support keeps it compatible with other instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eSmart sailing with SailAssist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe SailAssist feature adds sailing-focused tools to navigation, helping you plan and execute maneuvers more smoothly. Expect a virtual starting line for race setup, a heading line to hold a course, countdown timers for timed tasks, speed history to review performance, and tack assist to support strategic course changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVirtual starting line for precise race timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHeading line to maintain your chosen course\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountdown timers for timed maneuvers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpeed history to assess pace over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTack assist to guide sail changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThese features are designed to enhance planning and on-water decisions without replacing your judgment. They offer possibilities for smoother handling and better situational awareness on deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eLong-lasting reliability on the water\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWith 18+ hours of operation on two AA batteries, the GPS 73 supports long days on the water. A built-in backlight makes reading the high-contrast display easy in bright sun or low-light conditions, while intuitive, dedicated buttons keep operation straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e18+ hours of battery life under typical use\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBacklit, high-contrast display for day and night reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFloating design for quick recovery after a splash\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003ePlan, save, and return with confidence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe device stores up to 1,000 waypoints and 100 tracks, letting you map favorite harbors, anchorage spots, buoys, and routes. Plan trips with route planning features, then navigate back via direct lines or saved tracks. Additional data such as sunrise\/sunset times, estimated time of arrival, and marine data support practical, on-water decision making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1,000 waypoints and 100 tracks for flexible planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRoute planning and easy back-navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSunrise\/sunset times and estimated arrival data\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003ePractical on-the-water use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWhether you pilot a powerboat, sailboat, or small watercraft without a chart plotter, the GPS 73 serves as a reliable navigation backup and safety tool. It floats, offers man overboard (MOB) functionality and marine alarms (off course, anchor drag, etc.), and provides marine data to support situational awareness on deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGPS 73 handheld unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLanyard for quick retrieval\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eQuick Start Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is SailAssist and how can it help on board?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: SailAssist provides a virtual starting line, heading line, countdown timers, speed history, and tack assist to optimize sailing maneuvers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long does the Garmin GPS 73 run on batteries?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It operates up to 18+ hours on two AA batteries, depending on feature use and backlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48407405002909,"sku":"B0187T4OAC","price":229.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9596\/1757\/files\/garmin-gps-73-front-view.jpg?v=1781154718","url":"https:\/\/nexoltic.com\/products\/garmin-gps-73-handheld-navigator-sailassist-2-6-inch-display","provider":"Nexoltic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}