In the recent (and heated) thread on safety, someoene mentioned a SPOT satellite GPS messenger and I really liked the concept. Here is the link:
http://www.findmespot.com/en/index.php?cid=102
The fact that you can track the person on a map and that a distress signal can be sent if needed, seem very worthwhile features for someone who tours alone and has significant others awaiting.
PS: And I second the idea of having a cell phone -- I have a pre paid cell phone, which I find to be the cheapest alternative given my level of use (I am not a phone talker).
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09-08-2012, 03:22 AM #6
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