Communications

[davefrombc]

What do you  use for communications to  home or for an emergency when  out of cell phone range ? 

I  haven't seen any threads on here concerning  communications for emergency  or  just to keep in touch  so  I figured  it would be interesting and helpful  to get one going.   We never  think  about it when riding , but we should .. Too  many people have gotten  into serious  trouble while out riding and  in such a case being able to  call  for help becomes a major consideration.

I  bought a Starlink Mini and wonder if anyone here is using one or a satellite emergency communicator  like the Zoleo . At the moment I have lent  my Mini to  my granddaughter who is working in a remote mining camp.  We have run  some tests using it on standby mode and got very pleasantly surprised at  just how well  it works without having to have it  on an expensive plan. Initially set it up on their 100GB  data plan  but set it to drop to standby on  billing date.. At a size of about 12" x 10"  it can easily be carried / set up on a  quad or ATV / 4x4