Garmin inReach Mini

The Garmin inReach Mini set the standard for lightweight backcountry communicators when it was introduced in 2018. At 3.5 ounces, it’s the lightest two-way satellite communicator on the market. The two-way messaging is reliable, and audio sounds confirm that a message has been sent and when one is received. The SOS signal is monitored 24/7, and two-way communications are possible if a rescue is necessary. Weather reports, route-tracking, GPS location, and social media map-sharing all combine to give the Mini a full-featured package. ...

For those that have been around the DCR block long enough, you’ll know that I’m always looking for tracking solutions for my worldly activities. Especially ones that don’t depend on having a mobile phone nearby, and even more so for

The Garmin inReach Mini 2 is the perfect safety buddy for all of my remote fly fishing and hiking adventures.