The basic Etrex is not map capable. It is a basic GPS. The canopy problem is horse hockey. I have had them since they came out, 3 iterations, and have never had a major problem. The newest one acuires satellites in seconds. I think some of the negative comments are being made from reading material, not practical use. I just bought and installed in my wifes car, a Garmin NUVI, now theres a system for the directionally handicapped..