Originally Posted by
DeeJay
So, i wasn't planning on bringing any electronics other then maybe an old cell phone, but my Dad just went out and bought me the Spot Connect from REI. It utilizes my smartphone through blue tooth but apparently gets service in areas that normally doesn't by connecting directly to satellite instead of towers. It allows for GPS coordinates, SOS, and send short emails or text messages out. The people at REI recommended it to him but I was curious if anyone actually has any experience with it and if it's even worth carrying.. honestly I'm not a big techy guy but if it works great or can be needed i might as well give it a try.. Thoughts??