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Do the SOS functions rely on mobile signal? The ones I've used (running) all rely on the mobile network. On the Spine Race there is a known signal black spot and the rules ban stopping in this area for more than an hour for safety reasons.
Arducius-
They used GSM trackers this year, so yes. And then it's not real SOS, just sends a text to pre determined number.
@hippy they don't use spot tracker now.
I own a spot and inreach both with GEOS SOS. Essentially if I hit SOS the GEOS control room will move heaven and earth to come rescue me and won't stop still they get to me. I really would t race without it. A small cost for peace of mind.
hippy
skinny
I mean, that's why you have trackers with working SOS functions.
Hopefully TCR can get back to its best.