stable pinmap location>
http://home.comcast.net/~gkbeer/ssr/pinmap
To request a pin I now recommend starting here >
http://gkb.servehttp.com/ssr/pinmap/ssr_geocode_V2.html Note: this server is where the request form goes to submit pin requests.
If you wish to update any info, or the location, just submit a new pin request and add a comment in the notes section of the form.
Edited to remove the comcast link to the geocoder. 1-6-07
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Update 11-17-06 gkb OK, I've registered for a dynamic update service so if my isp hands out a new ip the access point will re register it. I need to get a new gmap key
Update 11-11-06 gkb The new form is working, in that an email is no longer required. On submission, the info provided will simply be stored on my private web server pending my posting it in the
Pinmap. Emails are no longer required, and won't be a problem for any one whose computer configuration didn't let it work correctly.
My next goal is to simplify how pins locations are placed. I intend to put a small map on the form itself, you pan, zoom and click on the location desired then the pin will show and the relevant info will be updated on the form.
Update 10-27-06 (edited to remove out of date info)
I have a private web server now, where I proof changes to the map without hurting the original.
Any who would like what progress or lack or same are welcome to try it. Please send any comments to
gkbeer@gmail.com. Please include the browser name and version you were using.
http://gkb.servehttp.com/ssr/pinmap/ < The experimental map. <<
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Click on to see the current map.
Click on the pins to see the included info.
I'm ready to put pins in the map for any who wish.
Send your requests for pins to
gkbeer@gmail.com.
Please do not send PM's requesting pins. 
PM's requesting pins will be discarded without action.
I'm sorry that I have to do it this way but my PM mail box is limited in size.
I need at a minimum the following:
Your SSRfanatic Handle and the map location for the pin.
Finding your map location:
You can find the
map location by going to the
SSR Pinmap, zooming to where you can see the place where the pin should be put, DOUBLE CLICK at the exact location on the map. After the map moves, the numbers below the map represent your map location. Copy them into the email. For example, my info would be
beer100 (37.8128353653635, -121.242660284042).
edit: I've added a link under the pinmap, after you have zoomed and double clicked, hit the link that reads "Request a pin". This will bring up a form with your location already copied in. Add whatever info you desire, scroll down and hit the submit button. This "should" cause your default email client to start and a new email to be generated. You can review and amend it as desired then send it. (note: your computer and the default email client must be properly configured for this to work.)
Additional Tips: When determining your map location, try the Hybrid mode and zoom all the way in before double clicking on the location where you wish your pin to be. This seems to yield the most accurate results. Remember the numbers will only be accurate just after the double click. For some areas, there is no imagary at max zoom under either the satellite or hybrid modes. Use map mode.
Alternate method for finding a Map Location:
Go to
Geocoder.us and enter your address. Provide me the Latitude and Longitude that are returned.
So send your request to, with the following to gkbeer@gmail.com
Required items:
Fanatic Username:__________
Map Location (see above) __________,__________
The remainder is optional, provide it only if you would have it show on the map:
Name :__________________
street address :_______________
city, state/prov. zip country : __________________
phone 1 : _________ 1-123-555-1212 (work) or cell, day, night or whatever.
phone 2 : _________
phone 3 : _________
email 1 : _________
email 2 : _________
email 3 : _________
note : _________ < One or more lines.
SSR color :________
Edit: Email field are now email address' only & they are converted to mailto: links on the map.
PS: As I update the map there may be times when it gets broken. I won't leave it that way for long.
Edit: Revisions:
9-30-05 zoomed map to see whole world. Nobody (ME!) noticed that Topcat was banished to Mongolia for 2 days.
Edit: Internet Explorer users: If you are having problems loading the map. Slow, computer lockup... There is a setting that needs to be changed.
In IE goto: Tools>Internet Options>General Tab>Settings button>
Check for newer version of stored pages: check the radio button for AUTOMATICALLY.
I set that and my map retrieval went from minuets to seconds, 3 or 4.
The problem setting is when "Every visit to the page" is selected. This causes IE to check the server every time an icon image is drawn on the page.
last edited 12/30/05 gkb
Edit 9-6-20 :
This page is another way to find the latitude and longitude needed. Enter your address. Google's method of looking up addresses is a bit goofy. For some areas putting in the zip code causes it to fail. Other areas, adding the city causes the same problem.
Exmaples: (both should work same same)
1148 marguerite ave, manteca, ca
1148 marguerite ave, 95335
