My 2cents worth on InReach SE/Explorer
Hi Bundubasher
My first post here!
I have tried both the Inreache SE and Explorer models twice each last year for a month each time. Both worked great, and gave excellent battery life (compared to iPhone using gps function). I got several days worth of battery life out of both. Switching the unit off at night when not travelling extends battery life even longer (obviously).
GPS tracking worked great, and my family and loved ones could watch me ride in (almost) real time on the InReach web map page.
Using the InReach for communications where no mobile coverage was available was very easy. I also installed the dedicated InReach App on my iPhone, from which you have access to almost all the functions as on the device itself.
My only gripe was with the iPhone App itself. I didn't even bother with the App second and third time I rented a unit. The App kept crashing.
I myself had a few sandy crashes while the Inreach was mounted on a RAM bike mount on my handlebar. Each time the unit came out dusty, but unscathed afterwards. Impressive.
Not sure what other GPS based tracking devices also offer cheap 2-way true Satellite text communication, so can't compare unfortunatelly. I will definitelly be buying my own inReach unit now.
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