I agree, plus I can plug the iPod into the cable in the glovebox, close it and control every feature on the thing through the headunit while charging the thing. I know there are a lot of other units that do that, but so does mine damnit!
I need to load the maps to Lafayette, and then to Lake Pillsbury on my flash drive so I am able to find my way should I get seperated from the group. If I want to drop some more coin, I could get the GPS upgrade for the unit, but I think scrolling through the maps is more cost-effective.