My best riding buddy is a GPS guru who just loves planning routes. On high mileage days he is the best thing happening. On other days I get to lead and we go where the front wheel takes us. I have a GPS on my bike that's biggest use is "Nearest Gas Station" and "Home" for when I am helplessly lost.
"A general direction" is my preferred way to travel. I am oh so glad that it is yours, too.
Thanks.
hahaha I got one buddy just like that. :)