[pct-l] Emergency Devices

[Paul Robison]

i carry the SPOT 2 ,  smaller and lighter than the original spot.   gives the 
illusion of safety ; )

really though the unlimited texts feature is awesome,  every time i make camp i 
drop a beacon and friends and family love tracking my progress.

you can send two different unlimited messages  mine say "making camp for the 
night we're safe and happy love you all"  and "dropping a beacon here - taking a 
break or enjoying the view" which i use when i find a spot i am taking photos 
of.

doesn't weigh much, sends 300+ pings on 3 AAA's.  i found it well worth the 
weight  if only to upload my progress to my facebook friends ; )


i got very little cell service using verizon.

~Paul





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From: dan kayser <yoyodadio at msn.com>
To: PCT <pct-l at backcountry.net>
Sent: Fri, November 26, 2010 4:51:22 PM
Subject: [pct-l] Emergency Devices


I am planning a PCT NOBO thru hike in 2011.  I have always prefered to 
communicate to family that I am ok by calling using a calling card when I get to 
town.  This is my first long hike and my family is strongly encouraging me to 
carry something for emergencies.  My family would like me to carry some kind of 
emergency device.  They are willing to pay the cost.  I am curious as to what 
others have carried ( cell phone vs SPOT) and the pros and cons of these devices 
or others.

Thanks,

Dan                           
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