Pricing for the SkyCaddie SG5 subscription may vary, so it's best to check directly with SkyCaddie or on their website for the most current pricing information.
Currently, the least expensive SkyCaddie is the SkyCaddie SG4 GPS. This model is available on Amazon.com for $99.98: http://www.amazon.com/Skygolf-sg4-gps-digital-skycaddie/dp/tags-on-product/B001CH5I84 Other models cost more, and may not be cheapest on Amazon.
A Skycaddie costs could range from $100 to $350. How the skycaddie works is it uses GPS (also known as the Global Positioning System) to pinpoint your location and the distance to the target when playing golf.
The Skycaddie has up to 14 hours of battery power in a single charge. here is the amazon page with the battery life on it: http://www.amazon.com/SkyCaddie-SG5-Golf-GPS-Black/dp/B0015UYEE2
While both Garmin and Skycaddie are companies which make electronics devices that use GPS, the function is completely different. Garmin mainly makes GPSs for vehicles while Skycaddie uses its GPS technology to help golfers on the golf course.
There are many products that are advertised on the SkyCaddie website. This particular website deals in the sale of golf products such as caddies, golf balls and golf sticks.
How do I activate my skycaddie SG5 ?
1-866-759-4653
You can find the user guide for SkyCaddie SG5 on the SkyGolf website in the support or downloads section. You can also try searching for the user guide on online retailers or tech forums for golf GPS devices.
Skycaddie GPS has gotten great reviews for reliability, accuracy, and sleekness. Read more about how to evaluate a course or find the nearest dining to your course at http://www.skygolf.com/ and http://gps.about.com/od/sportsandfitness/tp/golf_gps.htm.
To delete courses from your SkyCaddie, first, connect your device to your computer and open the SkyCaddie software. Navigate to the "Courses" section, select the course you wish to remove, and look for the option to delete it. Confirm the deletion, and then sync your device to ensure the changes are applied. Remember to back up any important data before deleting courses.
Yes, the Skycaddie SG4 GPS device can provide the distance to the pin on a golf course. It uses satellite technology and course maps to accurately measure the distance to the pin from your current location on the course.