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Re:Google Maps updates 'dangerous' Ben Nevis route by spaetzleesser on Saturday July 17, 2021 @04:29PM (#27868571)
I don't use paper maps but always look at maps on gaiagps and alltrails to compare. I also look at guide books or articles about the route.
Re:Google Maps updates 'dangerous' Ben Nevis route by ghaff on Saturday July 17, 2021 @04:45PM (#27868720)
That's certainly fair but, probably because I often hike in winter, I really don't want to potentially end up in a situation where I have a serious issue if my phone fails. Though they're pretty reliable, phones just have failure modes that physical maps don't.

I don't worry about it in casual situations especially when there are other people around. Shoot a photo of the map at the parking area for a casual hike? Sure. But I like having backups when I can.