Oh, that's a important information. I haven't noticed it on my two devices yet. Thanks for showing, that's why your channel is one of the best for Gramin inReach here on YT.
Thanks for this test! As predicted the Messenger Plus does not have any usable local tracking. The poor trackback was a big surprise. I think that my 66i serves me well going forward before Garmin updates GPSMAP-series or Mini-series with the new messaging tech. The 66i is battery hungry when tracking but I can manage with enough power banks on hike.
One additional note. I have had no issues with 66i internal recording, on the device or synced to Explore. I always do two things when starting my day. Start the device early so that it can aquire GPS signal and clear any recorded path just before start tracking/activity recording.
Oh, that's a important information. I haven't noticed it on my two devices yet. Thanks for showing, that's why your channel is one of the best for Gramin inReach here on YT.
Thank you for the big thumbs up. Much appreciated.
Rick
Thanks for this test! As predicted the Messenger Plus does not have any usable local tracking. The poor trackback was a big surprise. I think that my 66i serves me well going forward before Garmin updates GPSMAP-series or Mini-series with the new messaging tech. The 66i is battery hungry when tracking but I can manage with enough power banks on hike.
One additional note. I have had no issues with 66i internal recording, on the device or synced to Explore. I always do two things when starting my day. Start the device early so that it can aquire GPS signal and clear any recorded path just before start tracking/activity recording.
Always glad to help. Let me know if you have any other ideas for field tests.\
Rick
Good point. I started all three devices at the trailhead and that may have been part of the issue.
Rick