I know we've all seen the ads in our magizines and online...and i've reah hundreds literally hundreds of reveiws

background- satelittle linked(not cellular) device that sends out messages(pre made) to a list of family members with location...aslo has a 911 button...

as other advancded features to track your progess - every 10 minutes it logs a location and uploads to a public "adventure map" where friends and family can see where you are "live" via google maps....


my issues - My Mom is tired of never knowing where i am, and worries all the time as i hike primarily solo post college - so shes willing to purchase the device and pay for the service!!!

however, based on the reviews it seems about 60% have great luck and 40% don't. It seems the 40% may not be following insturctions correctly...etc etc....

so does anyone have and use one? Anyone return one? anything else?

I know its not a PLB replacement but seemed nifty and would put my mother at ease...but i don't wanna buy crap...

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