I'm wondering if there are any other mapping resources that would generate the full featured GPX file from the Garmin devices.
If Garmin wants me to store all my data on Garmin Connect, it must be possible to export it in standard, non-proprietary formats. Having to register at other sites, or even install software, just for simple conversions should not be necessary.
It has been posted here that GC will support gpx format at some point. Not sure when though. In the interim the 3rd party apps work quite easily and IIRC many don't require registration/installation.