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Designed to keep you connected when you’re off the grid and out of cellular range, the DeLorme inReach satellite communicator makes every adventure safer and more fun. This multipurpose device allows you to send and receive 160-character text messages with delivery confirmation, share your GPS-tracked route with others online, post to social media, and more Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downNibbana
0
Jan 16, 2017
Garmin version coming out on Jan 26, 2017. Garmin inReach Explorer+ Few up grades like downloadable maps to unit etc.... I'm very interested.
PeterK
1515
Sep 30, 2016
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PeterK
1515
Sep 20, 2016
Thanks again for joining this drop! We have submitted the group's order with the vendor for the DeLorme inReach SE or Explorer and they are working hard to prepare it for shipment.
As soon as the group's order is ready at the vendor's location, they will send the bulk shipment to our warehouse in New Jersey where our warehouse team will break it up into individual orders and ship them. The current estimated ship date from our warehouse is 10/5.
We will keep the group updated throughout the fulfillment process. You can expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 10/27.
If you have any questions, please visit our Help Center (http://massdrop.com/helpcenter).
As soon as the group's order is ready at the vendor's location, they will send the bulk shipment to our warehouse in New Jersey where our warehouse team will break it up into individual orders and ship them. The current estimated ship date from our warehouse is 10/5.
We will keep the group updated throughout the fulfillment process. You can expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 10/27.
If you have any questions, please visit our Help Center (http://massdrop.com/helpcenter).
TonyDedo
12
Sep 14, 2016
I own an Explorer and strongly endorse the device. I solo backpack year round, and it's a critical piece of gear, not just as a rescue device but as a communication device. I've never needed to be rescued, but I'm often late or change my hiking plans, and this allows me to communicate with friends and family so no one worries or sends help after me. The device interface is okay, but it pairs with a smartphone app, which provides a better interface and also allows you to use it as a GPS map and navigator.
Technically, it's been flawless - it does exactly what it's supposed to do and I've never had a problem. Relaibility, signal and battery life are all excellent. My criticism is that the Explorer doesn't have enough internal memory to load base maps, so any map display on the screen is pretty useless. Also it's clunky to send messages from the keypad. You HAVE to pair it with a smartphone with the Delorme app in order to use it as a GPS navigator, or to type messages at more than 4 words per minute. This requires that you carry an additional piece of equipment (smartphone), which is problematic for ultralight hikers.
Also, the monthly plan is expensive (but a worthwhile insurance policy, if you ask me).
Technically, it's been flawless - it does exactly what it's supposed to do and I've never had a problem. Relaibility, signal and battery life are all excellent. My criticism is that the Explorer doesn't have enough internal memory to load base maps, so any map display on the screen is pretty useless. Also it's clunky to send messages from the keypad. You HAVE to pair it with a smartphone with the Delorme app in order to use it as a GPS navigator, or to type messages at more than 4 words per minute. This requires that you carry an additional piece of equipment (smartphone), which is problematic for ultralight hikers.
Also, the monthly plan is expensive (but a worthwhile insurance policy, if you ask me).
RenegadePilgrim
105
Sep 14, 2016
I used one of these in Nepal last year after the earthquake while doing some aid work. Our small team gave me their emergency POC's name/phone/email, and then I was able to add all of them to my daily updates. I did an update in the am, and one in the pm, and also if there was a big aftershock (we were there for the 7.something one...not fun!). I only turned it on when I used it, it was off when I didn't need to use it. Battery lasted over a week before needing a charge. Oh, and Delorme saw that I was posting from Nepal and ended up refunding me the $65 for the month I paid.
They also featured a story I wrote about using the inReach for relief efforts here: https://blog.delorme.com/2015/09/10/providing-disaster-aid-in-nepal-one-trail-ambassadors-experience/
They also featured a story I wrote about using the inReach for relief efforts here: https://blog.delorme.com/2015/09/10/providing-disaster-aid-in-nepal-one-trail-ambassadors-experience/
weggs
114
Sep 13, 2016
These have been around for quite a while now. I'd love to join, but I wonder what the chances are of them releasing a new version very shortly?
RMC0109
137
Sep 12, 2016
I would consider one of these if it used regular AAA batteries like all my other backpacking electronics. A dead internal rechargeable battery would make this just dead weight in my pack.
OrCohen
268
Sep 13, 2016
RMC0109Used it for 9 days, but didn't have it on until I needed it.
It only went through 50% of the charge.
Also, it uses micro usb for charging which is compatible with my portable chargers and solar panel.
Also, it uses micro usb for charging which is compatible with my portable chargers and solar panel.
HikerME
6
Sep 12, 2016
Also, since garmin bought Delorme, I'm not sure who actually is servicing these devices.
DannyMilks
4557
Sep 12, 2016
HikerMEFrom what I can tell, @HikerME, Delorme is still operating fairly independently of Garmin. Yes, Garmin bought them out, but I think that it'll take the rest of 2016 for them to plan the transition/integration. On the plus side for us, now that we're working with Delorme, we will have a better chance of working with Garmin! That would really be great to have drops for Garmin watches and GPS units.
Telios
123
Sep 13, 2016
DannyMilksIf MD ever gets a drop for the Fenix 3 or a newer version I will be ecstatic.
SWestberg
30
Sep 12, 2016
Good drop. I own one and use it to keep in touch with family on hiking trips. All of the points here are really good.
I'll add that I don't particularly think the Explorer version is worth the premium. Sure it's a GPS map device, but it's on a screen that is slightly larger than a postage stamp. It's impractical as a navigation device.
You can actually use it to get your location on the Earthmate app on your phone I believe. Earthmate also lets you send text messages through the unit without having to use the arrow keys and a visual keyboard to type slower than hell. So really, you need to have a phone to make the most out of the unit.
If you have a paper map, set the SE to UTM coordinates and under "location" on the second page of the menu it'll give you your UTM coordinates. You can cross reference on a map.
In other words, save the 70 bucks and get the SE version.
I'll add that I don't particularly think the Explorer version is worth the premium. Sure it's a GPS map device, but it's on a screen that is slightly larger than a postage stamp. It's impractical as a navigation device.
You can actually use it to get your location on the Earthmate app on your phone I believe. Earthmate also lets you send text messages through the unit without having to use the arrow keys and a visual keyboard to type slower than hell. So really, you need to have a phone to make the most out of the unit.
If you have a paper map, set the SE to UTM coordinates and under "location" on the second page of the menu it'll give you your UTM coordinates. You can cross reference on a map.
In other words, save the 70 bucks and get the SE version.
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