ACR Electronics Bivy Stick

  • $ 249.95

Features

  •  Requires a monthly subscription (no annual contract or activation fees, though)—see manufacturer website for details
  •  Each Bivy Stick receives a dedicated phone number that will not expire as long as the account is active
  •  Send and receive text messages to phone numbers or email addresses
  •  SOS communication on the app and device; service by Global Rescue
  •  IPX7 rating means this is considered waterproof; it can withstand submersion in water up to 1 m deep for up to 30 min.
  •  100% global satellite coverage on the Iridium network means this works anywhere you can see the sky
  •  Features location tracking and sharing via satellite; map display and navigation; offline maps; one-touch check-in (available directly from device and via the Bivy app)
  •  Receive weather forecasts via satellite
  •  Send unlimited preset messages for free
  •  Shockproof MIL-STD-810 certified
  •  Compatible with all GoPro mounts (not included)

Technical Specs

Best Use

Multisport

GPS/Satellite Detectable

Yes

Average Battery Life

120 hours

Battery Type

Lithium Polymer

Batteries

1400 mAh

Messaging Capability

2-Way Messaging

SOS Function

Yes

Device Integration

Smartphone

Location Accuracy

10 meters

Number of Waypoints

Unlimited

Weather Forecast

Yes

Compass

Yes

Altimeter

Satellite-based

Visual Map Display

Yes

Basemap

Yes

Preloaded Map

Road / Topo / Marine

Color Screen

Yes

Waterproof

Yes

Water-Resistance Rating

IPX7

Dimensions

6.75 x 3.14 x 1.75 inches

Weight

3.5 ounces