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Gen4 Emergency GPS Locator with Text Messaging by SPOT

Over 10,000+ Successful Recuses, and Counting!

November 29, 2024

Keeping you safe...during any adventure!

SPOT Gen4 gives you a critical, life-saving line of communication when you travel beyond the boundaries of reliable cellular service. SPOT Gen4 lets family, friends, and colleagues know you are OK, or if the unexpected should happen, sends your GPS location to emergency responders all with the push of a button. Add this rugged, pocket-sized device to your essential gear and stay connected wherever you play or work.

With the push of a button, FocusPoint International, Inc. provides emergency rescue coordination and monitoring through their dedicated search and rescue coordination centers. - for example, contacting 9-1-1 responders in North America and 1-1-2 responders in Europe. The SOS button is for emergencies only.

Customized tracking features take your adventure to the next level. Choose motion-activated tracking regardless of the level of service you choose and set up a vibration sensor to tell your SPOT to send track updates when you are moving and to stop when you do.

Send a pre-programmed text message or an email with GPS coordinates to up to 10 contacts with your location. Your waypoint is stored in your SPOT account for later reference. Your stored waypoints can be easily integrated into a Shared View.

Set up Custom Messages before your next adventure to send to your list of pre-determined contacts. Use this feature as a secondary OK message or transfer your personal help alert to this message function if you are using a SPOT R.A.P. service on your Help button.

Alert your personal contacts that you need help in non-life-threatening situations or use SPOT Roadside Assistance Plan for professional vehicular services on land. (Additional service required)

Product Specs:

MEANT FOR ADVENTURE: Spot Gen4 provides critical, life-saving line of communication when you travel beyond cell towers; Let family know you're ok or push the SOS button to send your GPS to emergency responders if you need help
NO CELL PHONE OR SERVICE-NO PROBLEM: With the Tracking feature Gen4 can transmit location updates when you are moving and when you stop; Keep one in your child's backpack for the walk home
GLOBALSTAR SATELLITE & SPOT products use GPS to determine location and transmit GPS coordinates to others; SPOT users can notify friends, family or emergency rescue their exact GPS coordinates
WHAT'S IN THE BOX: SPOT Gen4 device, Strap and Carabiner, USB Cable, Batteries and quick start guide; Subscription required; Two service plans available
PURCHASE, ACTIVATE, EXPLORE: Grab a Spot Gen4; Activate by selecting your service plan; Get out there and explore the world with peace of mind

About Saved by SPOT:

Shawn Irvin's story echoes the sentiment shared by many outdoor enthusiasts: adventures in nature are exhilarating but come with inherent risks. For Shawn, his decades-long love affair with snowmobiling recently took a dramatic turn, highlighting the crucial role of preparedness technology in extreme sports and travel. A seasoned snowmobiler, Shawn had always been aware of the potential dangers of his favorite pastime. Shawn's passion for snow sports runs deep. He has skied since the age of two and has been snowmobiling for decades. While he has the spirit of adventure, he understands nature's unpredictability, especially when going “off the grid.”

On Easter Sunday of 2024, Shawn ventured into the snowy expanses outside Park City, Utah, unaware that this trip would be unlike any other. The snow fell relentlessly, as Shawn and his friend found themselves in a remote area, far from any means of communication. Shawn rode over what he thought was no more than a hump of snow – something he’d done many times before – but instead faced a 20-foot drop and shattered his femur, rendering him immobile and stranded. In a moment of clarity, Shawn reached for his SPOT device – the same device he had carried unused for years. Until now, it had always been for peace of mind. With a press of a button, he activated the SOS signal, summoning emergency Search and Rescue right to where he fell.

Maintaining his composure, Shawn understood the gravity of the situation and the importance of staying calm – even as his companion, less experienced with traversing the wilderness, looked to him for guidance. Within 45 minutes, Search and Rescue arrived, airlifting him to the local hospital in Provo, UT in a rescue that very likely saved his life. Reflecting on his harrowing ordeal, Shawn emphasizes the pivotal role played by both the SPOT device and the dedicated Search and Rescue team. This experience has reinforced the need for outdoor enthusiasts to equip themselves with the necessary tools and skills to navigate the wilderness safely.