SPOT RECALL!!!

Check it out adventurers!!!

Spot LLC the company that provides the wildly popular SPOT Satellite Messenger has issued a recall on it’s newer devices.

Any SPOT purchased after Oct 1 2009 might not meet the appropriate battery requirements according to the company.

For more info on this recall click the SPOT picture above. The original SPOT is a bit larger and has “Satellite Personal Tracker” written on it. Below is a comparison of the two.

The old version is on the LEFT and is NOT affected by the recall!!!

Now if this was on your Christmas list and you eagerly open your presents and see you have the new dud SPOT follow the instructions on the recall site and get your fixed version with now worries, other than having to wait a few more weeks to get it.

I also want to take this chance to warn all SPOT users that this is no replacement for a solid knowledge base. If you plan on venturing into the outdoors you should be well suited with proper equipment, the 10 essentials, and proper knowledge of both 1st aid as well as MAP AND COMPASS skills!!!

Personally I think anyone with any battery operated device should only use it as a back up, you should know and understand the necessary skills first and foremost. This is a prime example of the dangers should your batteries die and you have no clue what all the squiggly lines on a map mean or how to read a compass and understanding declination. OK enough ranting make sure your SPOT is not spotty and get out there and enjoy yourself!

Thanks to the GearJunkie for the heads up!