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Gear Review: Staying Connected With SpotX

Being outside in nature can be soothing for the soul. Studies show that being outside, even in a park, for a few hours per week can be part of a regimen to combat depression and anxiety. Mountains have always been my scene. Often I find myself on solo adventures to nourish and replenish that guiding force. Safety is key on solo adventures. This is why I decided on a Spot X 2-Way Satellite Messenger. Spot X comes with a load of ways to stay in touch with automated features, enabling me to focus on the adventure and tranquility rather than the need to reassure friends and family.

The Features:

  1. S.O.S – Spot can quickly connect you to the global command center enabling the best resources to help in your emergency.

  2. Messenger – stay in contact, beyond cellphone coverage, with friends and family with a dedicated mobile number.

  3. Tracking – Spotx enables you to set tracking intervals of 2.5,5,10, 30, and 60 minutes. Combined with cloud based mapping friends and family can see your location in near real-time.

  4. Check-in – Preset messages allow you to checkin with loved ones while on the go. All it takes is the tap of a button.

  5. Compass – Preset waypoints add an additional layer of safety enabling you to navigate your way.

Why Choose Spot X?

When it comes down to being rescued, information is invaluable. Knowing that help is on the way can be reassuring but having the right help is better yet. There are a number of devices on the market but most provide one way communication, that you’re in danger, or provide too many features to where they become obstructive to the purpose of being in nature. Two way communication provides the ability to communicate that you need help, what type of emergency it is, and provide continued details as the situation develops or changes.

Spot X balances the need to stay in contact, to provide rescuers with the best information, details on type of rescue needed, and the desire to adventure.

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