I recently stumbled across this new Earl device. It would be an amazingly easy buy if it teamed with Kestryl to provide some of their functionality...
I am thinking about getting one for backpacking. Normally I steer away from technology when I am backpacking, but recently I have been going to areas that have inconsistent weather on extended trips, and having live updates so I know what to expect would be really nice.
Thoughts on this thing?
My only concern would be battery charge. I know it has a solar panel and claims 5 hours to charge, and a 20 hour battery life, but most devices usually fall prey to 100% over/under-estimate. 10 hour charging for 10 hour battery life wouldnt be make or break it I suppose, as it isn't as if while I am backpacking I would be using it that often.
Do any of you have experience with GMRS? How does the 20 mile range / 5 watt power stack up in mountainous terrain?
I am thinking about getting one for backpacking. Normally I steer away from technology when I am backpacking, but recently I have been going to areas that have inconsistent weather on extended trips, and having live updates so I know what to expect would be really nice.
Thoughts on this thing?
My only concern would be battery charge. I know it has a solar panel and claims 5 hours to charge, and a 20 hour battery life, but most devices usually fall prey to 100% over/under-estimate. 10 hour charging for 10 hour battery life wouldnt be make or break it I suppose, as it isn't as if while I am backpacking I would be using it that often.
Do any of you have experience with GMRS? How does the 20 mile range / 5 watt power stack up in mountainous terrain?