best-hiking-emergency-beacon

1 год назад

This video compares Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) and satellite messengers, highlighting their key differences in functionality and cost. The speaker explains why they upgraded from a PLB to a Garmin InReach Mini 2, emphasizing the benefits of two-way communication for solo trips and guiding.

2 года назад

This video reviews the ACR ResQLink 400 personal locator beacon (PLB), highlighting its features, pros, and cons. The reviewer discusses its reliability, ease of use, and how it compares to other PLBs and satellite communicators. They also provide information on the cost and where to purchase it.

2 года назад

This video compares the Garmin InReach Mini 2 and the Zoleo satellite communicators. The video discusses the specs, battery life, charging, messaging, and subscription plans of each device. The video also highlights the pros and cons of each device, helping viewers decide which one is best for their needs.

6 месяцев назад

This video tests the performance of various satellite communication devices in the Grand Canyon. The creator sends messages from a remote location on the South Rim and checks if they reach their destination phone back at the hotel. The video showcases the speed and reliability of different devices, including Garmin inReach units, Zoleo, Spot X, and even iPhone and Android phones with satellite capabilities.

11 лет назад

This video provides a buyer's guide for emergency beacons, focusing on PLBs and EPIRBs. It covers key considerations like whether to choose a PLB or EPIRB, manual or hydrostatic release, and the benefits of built-in GPS and a display screen. The video also mentions the availability of send devices, but focuses primarily on PLBs and EPIRBs.