[pct-l] GPS Recommendations?

[Brian Peterson]

Hello,

I am a prideful map and compass user that is looking to get a GPS system
for off-trail hiking. I always carry a map and compass, but want a GPS to
clarify at the end of the day that I am following my route, and is capable
of getting me back on the right track if needed. This means I will need to
be able to put in waypoints before leaving for my trip, and possibly a map
so that the GPS doesn't link up the waypoints of my route by the way the
crow flies, but my actual contours.

If I am doing a 100 mile point-to-point off-trail route that doesn't cross
any trails it would be nice to know once a day if I am staying on my route.

Any GPS recommendations for that use?

Other features that I want: solid antennae, compass, altimeter, waterproof,
light-weight, and colored screen.

I'm not sure if battery life is a huge concern as I don't plan on running
it all day everyday, just plan on turning it on when confused or for a few
minutes at the end of the day.

Thanks,

Brian "Stinky Butt" Peterson