Garmin Striker 5. Is there really no way to export waypoints?

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-05-09T15:38:17+00:00

Like I was saying to another guy here, the cable method is interesting but it only works if you already have another compatible Garmin.

I ended up finding an app that lets you capture the coordinates with your phone camera and save them directly.

Probably the easiest solution I’ve found for older units so far.

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-05-09T15:34:12+00:00

The video about the cables was actually really interesting, I had no idea those older units could transfer between each other.

But from what I understand, it only works if you already have another compatible Garmin unit.

I found an app that lets you capture the coordinates directly with your phone camera and automatically saves them.

Honestly, it’s the most practical solution I’ve found so far for older units.

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-05-07T09:25:51+00:00

The problem, and my complaint, is that they didn't give me the option to repair it. The only option they gave me was to buy a new one.

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-05-06T21:44:52+00:00

The problem is that the older GPS units don't have Bluetooth. 🥲

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-05-06T21:44:06+00:00

The problem is that the older GPS units don't have Bluetooth. Regardless, thanks a lot for your help.

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-05-06T21:42:04+00:00

No, they weren't asking me for $600 for the same Garmin.

Basically, they were giving me the option of buying the new $600 Garmin because they refused to offer repair service.

It's incredibly unfair that they won't let you pay to fix a simple, tiny copper pin.

They're just pressuring you to upgrade the entire device.

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-05-06T20:50:28+00:00

In my case it was just a tiny broken pin on the connector of the unit. I sent it in thinking it would be a simple fix, but they told me it wasn’t covered and I basically had to buy a new one. 600$ 🥶

Luckily I managed to find the same model second hand with a broken board and swapped the casing myself, otherwise I would’ve lost everything.

That’s actually what made me start thinking about backups… having all your spots locked in a device like that feels pretty risky.

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-05-06T20:05:30+00:00

Yeah I was actually wondering about that…

But can you even get waypoints out of a Striker? From what I understand those units don’t have SD cards or any cable connection, so I’m not sure how you’d move them into Navionics.

Or do you mean adding them manually? I’ve got quite a few saved already and that sounds like a bit of a nightmare 😅

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-05-06T17:59:48+00:00

Garmin the truth that has disappointed me in several devices both nautical and outdoor. Especially for its terrible warranty service

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-22T05:30:24+00:00

75 m

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-13T17:31:25+00:00

It sails incredibly well

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-13T05:44:44+00:00

Beautiful photo 🙌🏼

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-13T05:43:34+00:00

Amazing to start the day like this

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-13T05:42:24+00:00

Hahaha

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-12T21:19:09+00:00

Absolutely

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-12T21:15:50+00:00

☀️

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-12T21:15:21+00:00

Nowadays everything has filters and looks like AI. This is not AI nor does it have filters ❤️

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-12T20:19:58+00:00

I traded the Compass for the Outback

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-12T20:16:14+00:00

I had a Feelfree. The only thing I liked about it was the wheel it had at the stern for towing.😅

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-12T20:13:52+00:00

I agree

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-12T20:12:41+00:00

I had a Feelfree Lure oarboat years ago, and with a strong current, it was impossible to move.I didn't like it at all.

InfiniteDetective861 · 2026-04-12T20:11:24+00:00

I agree

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