inreach explorer.

[firebird]

I am also looking at getting the SE. Im trying to figure out the plans right now.

Whats the difference between the garmin plans and the Roadpost plans??

[jlirot]

I just looked these up at GPSCity.com. Prices seem pretty good.

I thought the newest Explorer was supposed to accept chips with the offroad maps etc? It doesn't look like this is the case...Bummer.

[walks with deer]

just bought it...will post up.

[Mark-R]

I still use my old Garmin Etrex Legend with the Backroads Map chip. It's small and has so much detail when it comes to terrain, old FSRs, tracks, trails, etc. I don't really want to replace it.
This is where the Garmin Inreach Mini works well for me as a communication tool. It's small and does just what I need it to do.
My friend has the Garmin Inreach Explorer, he likes the communication aspect but doesn't care for the maps.

[albravo2]

A solar charge kit is worth the weight but I will say the new Delorme devices have pretty awesome battery life.

I don't know anybody that bought one that has regretted the decision.

At my cabin in the mountains it can take a while to send/receive messages, but a sat phone has the same problem.

[Blockcaver]

I use the iPhone for maps, aerials, GPS and the InReach SE to text. The new mini InReach looks like the ticket to me. Battery life is fabulous on the SE.

[RackStar]

Does anyone have the mini?
I’m going to buy one tonight or tomorrow.
Interested how they like it

[Bag1]

Garmin told me they will be releasing a new explorer this year with a map chip capability and be able to install and run the BRMB chips

[jlirot]

Garmin told me they will be releasing a new explorer this year with a map chip capability and be able to install and run the BRMB chips

That’s what I thought. Thanks!

[tikkahunter]

They told me the same thing 15 months ago when i called and asked about running BRMB. I wouldn't hold your breath.