In his blog, The Slice, SR colleague Paul Turner asks readers if they still use paper maps when traveling. Here's a sampling of responses to the question about how many people still use paper highway maps. “We just returned from a 4,100 mile trip to Iowa and Indiana and yes, we used paper maps all the way,” wrote Jerry Hargitt. “We do have a GPS that we keep handy in a bag in case we need it, but we didn't. When I plan a new trip, I get out my collection of paper maps. Nothing else will do.” “I always keep AAA highway maps in my car (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, BC and Alberta), but my husband doesn't,” wrote Sharon Forsyth. “Neither of us have vehicles with satellite navigation systems, but we both have smart phones. Problem is, there's miles and miles of country in these parts that are out of cell range. Never fails that when we lose cell range and need a map, we're in my husband's car.” More here.

Question: I still use paper highway maps when traveling, especially in and around Portland, Ore. How about you? Do you rely on your GPS system or use paper maps?