Smartwatch navigation

Thinking about getting a smartwatch so I can use it for navigation as well without having to stop and check maps on phone.
And no, don't want to install a clamp on bike to hold a Navi device.

Anyone using a watch for that purpose?

 

kind of a tiny screen?

 

I like paper maps. They're all foldey and stuff. Just tape one to the sleeve of your jacket. And be careful when wiping your nose. You might add a swamp on your map!

 

Tiny screen yes, but was more thinking in terms of turn by turn navigation. All it needs it an arrow and the distance.

 

It seems like a great idea... if there isn't an app for that, someone should develop one, and make xjbikes a million! Profit sharing for everyone!

 

Another one: put all of our experts on a bus to tour the US and fix our bikes. I'd pay for their service and see them in action. Formula 1 pit stop style. Completely over hauled bike in 2 hours (which includes one hour lunch break)

 

Get the bus to haul a big trailer filled with Len and all the xjforever goodies!

 

I have a tom tom i found hanging in a tree if I need directions as I go I turn it on for maps and directions, took me a long time to learn to refold a map

 

Geocache adventure gone all wrong?

 

where I found it tomtom gives you directions to turn right onto a road, which has been abandoned and blocked with bolders just before you have to turn left on the same abandonded road.

 

maybe your tomtom "bike setting" is to offroad?

found this. looks like turn by turn is available, there is a vibration to alert you that direction change is coming up, so thats cool.

 

Use your phone linked to a blue tooth head set in your helmet. My phone stays in my saddlebag plugged in . Can use it for directions or music.

 

Yeah, I use marshmallow ear plugs for that.
Was just wondering if anyone used a watch. Wouldn't buy it specifically for that purpose, but thought it would be a cool plus.

 

The watch is a cool idea but don't you think it would be hard to see with a jacket and gloves on. I personally don't like to ride with out them on.

 

Oh that's actually a good point. See, haven't been on a bike in months and already begin to forget.
Well, I guess I was just looking for an excuse to buy one and tried to gather all the pros and ignore the cons.

 

For turn-by-turn I use a bluetooth earpiece. Never have to look away from the road.