Well, it seems that a GPS alone without any way to communicate to others the information you are getting from it is not very usefull; comforting maybe, in that you will know exactly where you are not getting rescued from, but not a great help in and of itself.
Something like the SPOT messenger, for about teh same price as a cheap handheld GPS, might be a better option for a ditch bag.
Absolutely add a handheld VHF. It might not bring rescuers; but when they get there it could make a huge difference in how efficiently they get you aboard.
Just my opinions,
Fred
Something like the SPOT messenger, for about teh same price as a cheap handheld GPS, might be a better option for a ditch bag.
Absolutely add a handheld VHF. It might not bring rescuers; but when they get there it could make a huge difference in how efficiently they get you aboard.
Just my opinions,
Fred