SPOT'S FOR 50% OFF SALE

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There's a new InReach coming out soon as well. It's called the "Mini". It has two-way messaging just like the existing InReach models but weighs about half as much. It's essentially the same size/weight as the Gen3 Spot. The least expensive annual plans coupled with the initial costs are comparable between the Mini and the "X".
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Here's the InReach Mini at REI. It retails for $350. The SPOT X retails for $250. Like the SPOT X, the Mini is available for preorder:

https://www.rei.com/product/140110/garm ... mmunicator
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Besides the cost and service plan, you have to a make a decision who's satellites service you trust, Globalstar's or Iridium's?
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iridium has been rock solid for me in the Sierra and the Sawtooths in the past 2 yrs.
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maverick wrote:Besides the cost and service plan, you have to a make a decision who's satellites service you trust, Globalstar's or Iridium's?
That's an easy one.
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