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

Absolutely...covers everywhere

Mini on standby is only $10 /month in the US and gives you internet service anywhere. Works with your phone for e-mail, text, and voice communication , and we found it also allowed my granddaughter and I to have a voice and video chat from her camp. On standby the video froze or pixilated a few times but was still a solid connection.. At the full speed data it would have been solid.. It wouldn't work as a GPS but you could download maps with it. The biggest thing is the communication ability with the internet capabilities more of a bonus. To me it is a lot better than a dedicated satellite communicator and connection fees. Does All trails app work if you are out of range of cell service ?

Mini is only 10 x12 inches. it could be strapped to one of the racks or stuffed in a backpack to be hauled out and used when wanted.

I have "All Trails' It tracks me and shows trails even in mountains of Nevada when on foot. Plus it has an emergency communication$ feature that works from any remote area. I have seen it work with others. Damn Helicopter extractions are expensive! I think it would even work in my Hotel room..Never tried it.... LOL.

Happy 4th QC !! Good morning to work around the house and avoid the crowds !!

Very nice sets of plastic, especially like the white, i dont see those very often.