Yes a GPS receives data the same way the velocitek device does so it's out, please notice item (4) in the same section that allows an NOR to permit the devices for long distance races.
4) When required by the Notice of Race for long distance courses,
organisers may require further equipment, such as VHF, mobile
phone, GPS or tracking devices, Emergency Positioning Indicating
radio beacons (EPIRB) devices, knife, mirror, whistle, flares,
flashlights, first aid set.
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