New voice and photo messaging makes updates a breeze. Compact, robust build. Solid staying power. Satellite messengers not only provide comms when you're off the grid, they let you summon help with ...

If you’re like me, you love the outdoors. I spend the bulk of my weekends out hiking and backpacking. With my recent move to the Bay Area, I’m having a blast exploring all new trails with very ...

Bigger, bolder, and with more technology, Garmin's debuted the all-new GPSMap H1i Plus and RideApart's putting it to the test. Will it survive? Long-time readers of RideApart will know how much I ...

It’s never been easier to stay connected while offgrid. While casual explorers increasingly rely on their omnipresent smartphones for emergency communication, true backcountry technology is evolving ...

Garmin has released a couple of new models in its satellite communicator series, the Garmin inReach Mini 3 and Mini 3 Plus. They provide the communication skills recently injected into the Fenix ...

Signal is never as reliable outside of cities and towns. In fact, it can be nonexistent, depending on where you go. This is an issue many hikers, travelers, and adventurers often face. I see plenty of ...