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Garmin inReach Mini 2 review: I'm lucky I didn't need this tiny, life-saving gadget at Everest Base Camp – but I wouldn't go without it

By Julia Clarke Published

Garmin is the gold standard of satellite communicators, and this device helps you head into the backcountry with confidence

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Want a satellite communicator for backcountry adventures that isn't a Garmin? The Spot X with Bluetooth has a full keyboard, 2-way messaging, and it's under $200 in this early Amazon Prime Day deal

By Julia Clarke Published

This affordable satellite communicator could save your life in the backcountry, and it's 20% off in an early Amazon Prime Day deal

Tech
Garmin inReach Messenger device beside phone with Garmin inReach app installed
The Garmin InReach is the most important tool you can have for backcountry adventures – it's a massive 33% off in REI's Memorial Day sale

By Julia Clarke Published

Deals Stay in touch and call for help in remote locations for less than $200

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Garmin inReach Messenger device beside phone with Garmin inReach app installed
The Garmin InReach is the most important tool you can have for backcountry adventures – it's a massive 33% off in REI's Memorial Day sale

By Julia Clarke Last updated

Deals Stay in touch and call for help in remote locations for less than $200

Deals
Man holding Garmin InReach Mini device inside tent in the mountains
At less than $285, the tiny Garmin InReach Mini 2 just hit its lowest price ever at Amazon – and it could save your life

By Julia Clarke Last updated

Deals Save 29% and send messages from the backcountry

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A hiker looking at her phone in the mountains
This SOS subscription plan works with iPhone, InReach and other satellite devices and pays for backcountry emergencies – it's cheaper than a pair of running shoes

By Julia Clarke Published

Overwatch x Rescue is the first SOS plan to take advantage of iPhone's new satellite messaging capabilities to make emergency rescue and treatment affordable

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Watch the heart-stopping helicopter rescue of injured skier who fell 1,000ft, and whose iPhone probably saved his life

By Will Symons Published

The dramatic operation was filmed by the rescue team, who winched him and two friends to safety

Snow Sports
Camper holding Garmin InReach Mini device
Another stranded hiker rescued from scary situation thanks to Garmin InReach device

By Julia Clarke Published

The hiker became cliffed out on an unmarked route

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Garmin InReach Messenger
Send a selfie from the summit: Garmin's latest satellite communicator is the most advanced yet

By Will Symons Published

New satellite communicator comes with a range of new features to keep users safe and connected in the wilderness

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Mountain stream in Colorado
"Nature does not care about your safety and will kill you" – hiker on spiritual retreat lost for 4 days after being encouraged to leave phone behind

By Julia Clarke Published

Participants on the retreat had reportedly been encouraged to fast during the backcountry retreat, and leave their devices behind

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