archer1960
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I've had way too many areas even near civilization with no cell reception for me to trust that. I bought a PLB before I went to Coz in September. Hope never to need it, but it's a lot better safe than sorry.
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Cell reception varies, cell locating varies, batteries die, phones get wet, etc. Carry that PLB in your car, hiking pack, wherever.I've had way too many areas even near civilization with no cell reception for me to trust that. I bought a PLB before I went to Coz in September. Hope never to need it, but it's a lot better safe than sorry.