Spot tracker...

**glwilson** · 04-22-2013, 08:59 PM

I used my Spot Tracker for the first time on this trip to Missouri -- since I was riding alone and wanted my wife to be able to track my progress if she wanted to.

I am not patient with instructions; thus I thought their instructions were lousy; however one would have to read them to have a qualified opinion.

I was able to finally figure it out before the trip and try it.

Pushed the "check/in" button at the end of the trip and it sent the message to my wife's phone (and email). I logged-in their site and checked to see if it indeed tracked it all the way -- and sure enough it did. (We don't need no stinkin' instructions!)

I bought this because occasionally I ride by myself. I read an article someone posted on here last year about a guy who crashed and was found days later in a ditch (alive). That made me think about the times I take off without anyone knowing where I am going (because I don't always either). If something were to happen the tracker is a great source to find out.

Not for everyone, but I do know a few members here have them. I'll be making a habit of using mine more now.

Ride safe!

**crazygene49** · 04-22-2013, 11:40 PM

Sin City Stan · 04-23-2013, 12:16 PM

I have been thinking about a SPOT Tracker also. Lots of places that could "dissapear" you around here and the desert would eat you long before you were ever found.

blowndodge · 04-23-2013, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Sin City Stan

I have been thinking about a SPOT Tracker also. Lots of places that could "dissapear" you around here and the desert would eat you long before you were ever found.

Stan thanks for putting that thought in my head before the rally as I cross Highway 70 in the middle of freeking nowhere!!!

waterman · 04-23-2013, 12:35 PM

I have one but have never set it up. Why? Just haven't gone on any long trips. Probably will set it up for this year.

cactusjack · 04-23-2013, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by waterman

I have one but have never set it up. Why? Just haven't gone on any long trips. Probably will set it up for this year.

...and I'll bet you STILL haven't installed that cruise control either.

cactusjack · 04-23-2013, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Sin City Stan

I have been thinking about a SPOT Tracker also. Lots of places that could "dissapear" you around here and the desert would eat you long before you were ever found.

That's 100% true.

...there's a lot of holes in the desert, and there's a lot of "problems" buried in those holes.

I know, not what you meant, but it was a good place for a Joe Pesci quote.

**coacha** · 04-23-2013, 02:04 PM

I have used mine extensively for about 3 or 4 years now. Although I haven't had to utilize the 911 function, it actually has been of help on a couple trips where things went south. It also gives my better half some sense of ease know where I am and that I'm ok.

I have mine set up on the SPOT page and another place called Spotwalla. When I do some of my IBA rides or long rides, I give the web page address to my friends and family so they can follow my trip on their computers. My wife gets the email/text messages.

Dave · 04-23-2013, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by glwilson

Pushed the "check/in" button at the end of the trip and it sent the message to my wife's phone (and email).

Wouldn't a long leash do the same and be cheaper?

Sorry Greg, I couldn't help myself.

Sin City Stan · 04-23-2013, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by blowndodge

Stan thanks for putting that thought in my head before the rally as I cross Highway 70 in the middle of freeking nowhere!!!

Better get a SPOT.

Then of course you need someone who cares enough about you to check to see if you're OK.

waterman · 04-23-2013, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Sin City Stan

Better get a SPOT.

Then of course you need someone who cares enough about you to check to see if you're OK.

**glwilson** · 04-23-2013, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Sin City Stan

Better get a SPOT.

Then of course you need someone who cares enough about you to check to see if you're OK.

Okay... now that wins the best "laugh post" for the day!

It was you Stan and Coacha that has these things and liked them; which is why I bought mine. I like it a lot. It will serve its purpose for my needs -- however I hope it is the biggest waste of money -- ever!

Don't know about the newest version they make. I was told NOT to get that version (which works with your smart-phone's service); but rather to get the one I have because it works off satellites -- not cell-phone coverage. A big difference. Someone can correct me if I am wrong...

Monkeyman · 04-23-2013, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Sin City Stan

Then of course you need someone who cares enough about you to check to see if you're OK.

That's why I don't worry about that kind of stuff. The only one who would know is my cat.

**coacha** · 04-23-2013, 07:18 PM

The version 1 or 2 are better than the Find Me SPOT thing. I have heard nothing but bad things about it. I still have a SPOT 1, which is much bulkier but works fine.

Boscoe · 04-24-2013, 12:52 PM

They work great to keep an eye on a cheating spouse too.

04-22-2013, 08:59 PM	#1
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Spot tracker... I used my Spot Tracker for the first time on this trip to Missouri -- since I was riding alone and wanted my wife to be able to track my progress if she wanted to. I am not patient with instructions; thus I thought their instructions were lousy; however one would have to read them to have a qualified opinion. I was able to finally figure it out before the trip and try it. Pushed the "check/in" button at the end of the trip and it sent the message to my wife's phone (and email). I logged-in their site and checked to see if it indeed tracked it all the way -- and sure enough it did. (We don't need no stinkin' instructions!) I bought this because occasionally I ride by myself. I read an article someone posted on here last year about a guy who crashed and was found days later in a ditch (alive). That made me think about the times I take off without anyone knowing where I am going (because I don't always either). If something were to happen the tracker is a great source to find out. Not for everyone, but I do know a few members here have them. I'll be making a habit of using mine more now. Ride safe! __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417 Login or Register to Remove Ads Last edited by glwilson; 04-22-2013 at 09:03 PM.
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04-23-2013, 12:16 PM	#3
Sin City Stan Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 3,746	I have been thinking about a SPOT Tracker also. Lots of places that could "dissapear" you around here and the desert would eat you long before you were ever found. __________________ Oldest Saloon In Nevada http://www.pioneersaloon.info/ "Sin City Stan" Henderson, NV VBA #01004 VROC #29365 2004 Nomad 1500L5 +100 "The Bike" 2009 Nomad 1700 (past) 2004 Vulcan Classic 800 (past) 2010 Cortez - 2011 Crescent City - 2012 Kanab - 2013 Estes Park
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04-23-2013, 12:35 PM	#5
waterman Top Contributor Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 6,530	I have one but have never set it up. Why? Just haven't gone on any long trips. Probably will set it up for this year. __________________ Joel "Waterman" 2017 HD Road Glide Ultra 2006 Nomad - Sold VBA 213 VROC 16913 Custer 09: Cortez 10: Crescent City 11: Kanab 12: Estes Park 13: Tahoe 14: Red Lodge 16 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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04-23-2013, 02:04 PM	#8
coacha Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Haysville, KS Posts: 6,259	I have used mine extensively for about 3 or 4 years now. Although I haven't had to utilize the 911 function, it actually has been of help on a couple trips where things went south. It also gives my better half some sense of ease know where I am and that I'm ok. I have mine set up on the SPOT page and another place called Spotwalla. When I do some of my IBA rides or long rides, I give the web page address to my friends and family so they can follow my trip on their computers. My wife gets the email/text messages. __________________ Ron "Coach" Allan, Haysville, KS 1999 Nomad Wine and Red "KawaTanker" 2009 BMW R1200RT 2003 BMW K1200LT "Magic Carpet" DOA 11/7/2015 VBA #00291 IBA # 41995 DS #320 '08 Elkins, WV; '09 Helen, GA; '09 Custer, SD; '10 Stanton, VA; '11 Maggie Valley; '12 Townsend, TN; '13 Estes Park; '13 Blairsville, GA; '15 Eureka Springs; '16 Helen; '18 Custer, SD
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04-23-2013, 07:18 PM	#14
coacha Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Haysville, KS Posts: 6,259	The version 1 or 2 are better than the Find Me SPOT thing. I have heard nothing but bad things about it. I still have a SPOT 1, which is much bulkier but works fine. __________________ Ron "Coach" Allan, Haysville, KS 1999 Nomad Wine and Red "KawaTanker" 2009 BMW R1200RT 2003 BMW K1200LT "Magic Carpet" DOA 11/7/2015 VBA #00291 IBA # 41995 DS #320 '08 Elkins, WV; '09 Helen, GA; '09 Custer, SD; '10 Stanton, VA; '11 Maggie Valley; '12 Townsend, TN; '13 Estes Park; '13 Blairsville, GA; '15 Eureka Springs; '16 Helen; '18 Custer, SD
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04-24-2013, 12:52 PM	#15
Boscoe Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 372	They work great to keep an eye on a cheating spouse too.
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