On Feb 18, 6:59*pm, "noel.wade" wrote:
Just a quick opinion (i.e. I'm dodging doing real work):

While I agree with some folks that this isn't a revolution on its own,
I view it as a good "first step" towards using pure-GPS units for
badges and competitions. *There are articles out there already that
explain (better than I can) how GPS-derived altitude isn't really
"worse" than using a pressure-based altitude-sensor. *Given the
affordability and reliability of modern GPS units (as well as the lack
of a pressure system to calibrate), I think its a good system/standard
to move toward. *If folks want an altitude sensor for major records, I
can concede that. *But for simple badges and competitions I don't see
the need.

--Noel

Thank you Noel for putting this into a frame of logic and
practicality.