skegpro
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When did you pull the trigger?
For those that don't carry a spot,inreach or sat phone why not?
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takethebounce
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Likely when he found someone that would actually put up with him lol
skegpro
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It's tinder magic.
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That not fair Bounce.
She’s a very nice young lady that can kick his axx sledding...lol
takethebounce
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I didn’t say she wasn’t nice. She must be a saint.
Delorme has (or did last Jan when I last used the inreach ) ability to only pay the days you use and freeze up to 6 times a year. Every time I use it I would get the ultimate plan for the week or so then just freeze. For guys like me who only get a mountain trip or 2 in plus the odd remote fishing trip it is pretty economical. You pay $3 a month to have it frozen I think.
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I always suspend my Inreach service in between trips.
The $19.95 plan includes sending unlimited preset messages which is mostly what I use. I have 3 set up.
1) everything is ok
2) delayed but nothing serious
3) minor issue. Text you soon
I typically send my wife about 10 preset messages a day to let her know I'm ok. The first is always where the truck is and same with the last. I definitely do not want to have a texting conversation while all that untouched snow is waiting.
You're allowed 10 custom text messages per month and each one after 10 is 50 cents per message.
It would take quite a few messages at 50 cents to get to the next billing level.
The beauty of InReach is the ability to suspend service for the months you won't be using it.
I had a Spot and didn't realize when I clicked on the buy tracking for 1.50 that is was pro-rated for the remainder of the year. Once you sign up, you can never cancel it.
I called and said your service is too expensive compared to your competitor that offers 2 way communication, please make a note on my account to not renew.
They offered to knock the price down about $100 and I was even more choked thinking why isn't this your regular rate anyway.
1) everything is ok
2) delayed but nothing serious
3) minor issue. Text you soon
I typically send my wife about 10 preset messages a day to let her know I'm ok. The first is always where the truck is and same with the last. I definitely do not want to have a texting conversation while all that untouched snow is waiting.
You're allowed 10 custom text messages per month and each one after 10 is 50 cents per message.
It would take quite a few messages at 50 cents to get to the next billing level.
The beauty of InReach is the ability to suspend service for the months you won't be using it.
I had a Spot and didn't realize when I clicked on the buy tracking for 1.50 that is was pro-rated for the remainder of the year. Once you sign up, you can never cancel it.
I called and said your service is too expensive compared to your competitor that offers 2 way communication, please make a note on my account to not renew.
They offered to knock the price down about $100 and I was even more choked thinking why isn't this your regular rate anyway.
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skegpro
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Why not.
tekim
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The $19.95 plan includes sending unlimited preset messages which is mostly what I use. I have 3 set up.
1) everything is ok
2) delayed but nothing serious
3) minor issue. Text you soon
I typically send my wife about 10 preset messages a day to let her know I'm ok. The first is always where the truck is and same with the last. I definitely do not want to have a texting conversation while all that untouched snow is waiting.
You're allowed 10 custom text messages per month and each one after 10 is 50 cents per message.
It would take quite a few messages at 50 cents to get to the next billing level.
The beauty of InReach is the ability to suspend service for the months you won't be using it.
I had a Spot and didn't realize when I clicked on the buy tracking for 1.50 that is was pro-rated for the remainder of the year. Once you sign up, you can never cancel it.
I called and said your service is too expensive compared to your competitor that offers 2 way communication, please make a note on my account to not renew.
They offered to knock the price down about $100 and I was even more choked thinking why isn't this your regular rate anyway.
When you send a preset message, does it include your gps position?
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The $19.95 plan includes sending unlimited preset messages which is mostly what I use. I have 3 set up.
1) everything is ok
2) delayed but nothing serious
3) minor issue. Text you soon
I typically send my wife about 10 preset messages a day to let her know I'm ok. The first is always where the truck is and same with the last. I definitely do not want to have a texting conversation while all that untouched snow is waiting.
You're allowed 10 custom text messages per month and each one after 10 is 50 cents per message.
It would take quite a few messages at 50 cents to get to the next billing level.
The beauty of InReach is the ability to suspend service for the months you won't be using it.
I had a Spot and didn't realize when I clicked on the buy tracking for 1.50 that is was pro-rated for the remainder of the year. Once you sign up, you can never cancel it.
I called and said your service is too expensive compared to your competitor that offers 2 way communication, please make a note on my account to not renew.
They offered to knock the price down about $100 and I was even more choked thinking why isn't this your regular rate anyway.
I have similar 3 pre sets
1. We okay but going to be delayed
2. We are not okay and need help - avalanche
3. We are not okay and need help - injury
Yes it does. It includes a link to open a map.
Grinder
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This is what you get and you can text back and forth. You can have preset or typed messages using phone app. $15.70 per month:
From: Dean Pearson (via inReach)
Sent: October 20, 2018 2:23 PM
To: marypearson5@hotmail.com
Subject: inReach message from Dean Pearson
Made it this far from Castlegar heading back
View the location or send a reply to Dean Pearson: https://inreach.garmin.com/textmess...b52-d17e093a00e9&adr=marypearson5@hotmail.com
Dean Pearson sent this message from: Lat 49.027026 Lon -118.214371
Do not reply directly to this message.
This message was sent to you using the inReach two-way satellite communicator with GPS. To learn more, visit http://explore.garmin.com/inreach.
From: Dean Pearson (via inReach)
Sent: October 20, 2018 2:23 PM
To: marypearson5@hotmail.com
Subject: inReach message from Dean Pearson
Made it this far from Castlegar heading back
View the location or send a reply to Dean Pearson: https://inreach.garmin.com/textmess...b52-d17e093a00e9&adr=marypearson5@hotmail.com
Dean Pearson sent this message from: Lat 49.027026 Lon -118.214371
Do not reply directly to this message.
This message was sent to you using the inReach two-way satellite communicator with GPS. To learn more, visit http://explore.garmin.com/inreach.
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My pre-set messages (inReach) are:
1. Starting my trip now..............staging area is located on the map and contacts know the area that I am riding.
2. We will be delayed but we are okay.................contacts know that this is maybe an out of gas situation, a mechanical problem, could be medical, or whatever but we do not need help.
3. Back at the truck and on the way home...........the day has ended and all is well.
The contacts have been pre-versed in the intent of the messages and I will use them before sending the SOS. A personal message will be sent, if and when we need help and that will include a map location of where the message was sent from.
1. Starting my trip now..............staging area is located on the map and contacts know the area that I am riding.
2. We will be delayed but we are okay.................contacts know that this is maybe an out of gas situation, a mechanical problem, could be medical, or whatever but we do not need help.
3. Back at the truck and on the way home...........the day has ended and all is well.
The contacts have been pre-versed in the intent of the messages and I will use them before sending the SOS. A personal message will be sent, if and when we need help and that will include a map location of where the message was sent from.
tekim
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Thanks! Was looking at the inReach Mini and explorer plus. Also looked at the monthly plans. On the basic plan, are you billed $0.10 for receiving text messages as well?
For those that have the explorer plus, what are your thoughts on the tops maps?
Incoming messages are counted towards your monthly allowed text messages. After you've exceeded the limit incoming and outgoing are charged.
skegpro
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Fired up the spot X today. Can send messages from inside my house if by a window.
14 preset customized messages.
$20CDN a month. Only pay for the months you use it.
Not half bad.
14 preset customized messages.
$20CDN a month. Only pay for the months you use it.
Not half bad.
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