SPOT-satellite: check it out

[sisu]

http://www.findmespot.com/default.aspx

I did a little reading about this device. I like the write up so far. Sounds like a person can get more bang for the buck out of this than the emergency locater beacon, but then it would depend on the users area, wants and needs.

[MikeWalking]

Hmm?  I've wanted a cheaper alternative to the 599-699$ ACR Terafix units.  The newest one at 699$ does promise to get your signal to a satellite in 3 minutes with your location +/-9meters. With just one push of the button.  The SPOT needs to be turned on, given time to find the GPS satellites before sending the distress signal..up to 20+ minutes. I'll have to go back and look at the cost of service.