Scale?

[Mark Oliva]

I have noticed that most maps are no longer including a mileage or distance scale. To me, having a scale reference is the most important part of a map. Has this changed?

There are different ways of addressing scale. Some folks use grids. Some use hex patterns.

We never use a scale bar. Our maps all come with a scaled grid that one can switch on and off. In publications, we offer both versions.