George,
I think HB is already moving in the right direction. I don't think they want to get into the map business, but have to maintain relationships with those that do. Now, what I really want, is to be able to collect data and make my own maps, and then be able to reload them. Having collective data on the net that all can share.
As far as Navionics, I think Cabela's service reps thought I was nuts, until I provided the email chain.