Delorme InReach SE Review

[vikb]

I posted a review on the InReach SE on my blog and over at MTBR.com. I got it specifically for bikepacking so I figured I would share it here as well:

vikapproved | Delorme InReach SE Review?

Pros:

- 2 way communications
- reliable communications despite terrain issues
- message confirmation
- contact at home can get your position if you didn't turn tracking on
- you can message via email, SMS to a cellphone or directly to another InReach
- pairs with smartphone for better interface, mapping, etc...
- global coverage

Cons:

- more expensive than SPOT
- heavier/bulkier
- internal battery
- slightly Soviet era interface

All in all it's a good addition to my gear - especially for solo trips.

I'm fine with all the downsides for reliable 2-way comms in an emergency.

[nick]

Nice review, I've been thinking of getting one of these for some time now. My wife keeps bugging me to get a cell phone "just in case" but I just can't do it. I used to be anti GPS but now seeing all the cool maps and share sites it's getting harder to resist. And you're not helping!!!