![]() The editing, creation, and deletion of routes and waypoints is done via Delorme's web-based mapshare program (which any Delorme Inreach owner has access to free of charge). As well, you can import GPS files to follow routes and waypoints made by other people. Offers the ability to create and follow routes, waypoints and track your movements. ![]() Offers GPS coordinates, heading, speed, and elevation. ![]() Emergency communications are monitored and received by an operations center that is on call 24/7, so that if a distress signal is sent out by the user, it is received and forwarded to the relevant authorities along with the user's last known position. As well, people who receive your messages can send messages back to you, either via a phone text or email or via another delorme inreach explorer (both of which are transmitted via the previously mentioned Satellite Iridium network). The messages can basically be sent from anywhere in the world (so long as you can pick up a satellite connection) and don't rely on cell phone network coverage (which of course is a big deal to most of us who explore). Offers emergency and non-emergency communications, basically text messages (either typed on the device or a paired tablet or phone), that are sent via a Satellite Iridium network. I came across a $50 rebate deal ($350 is the normal price, but $300 with rebate) and jumped on it. At first, I was hesitant about getting one because there weren't many reviews on the device and Delorme's corresponding software app (known as Earthmate) and certainly I didn't hear about many people using it for their vehicle navigation system. ![]() But I also wanted something that would fit the bill as a navigation unit for offroading and general 4wd exploring on the backroads that I routinely come across. ![]() I originally bought the device because I needed GPS navigation and emergency communications for when I backpack and hunt in remote areas of upstate NY. I have Delorme's InReach Explorer, a similar device to Delorme's InReach but with added features and functionality. I know the staff here (Chris Noel) did a very good review on this topic ( ), but I wanted to add some user feedback because I don't see this device/software mentioned a lot in this section of the forum. ![]()
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