Top 3 EPIRBs
The ocean can be a very lonely place. Especially when the ____ hits the fan. There’s is nothing quite like an EPIRB when it comes to safety offshore. The top EPIRBs typically have a battery life of around 10 years and there are 0 subscription plans. You just keep...
Boating Accidents Can Be Devastating
Boating accidents can be a deadly event and are the leading cause of death on the water. Inattention is a key factor, as is the misuse of alcohol. It is also critical to wear a life jacket. Nine out of 10 accidents involve towed water sports. When a boating...
EPIRB Battery Replacement – Yes or No?
If your EPIRB battery is dead, you can easily replace it yourself. To do this, you must have the correct battery for your unit. To replace the battery, you need to follow certain steps. These steps include cutting the new battery as close to the old one as possible...
ACR GlobalFix V4 Cat 2 EPIRB Review
The Nitty Gritty Priced in the $500-$700 range. 10 year battery life. The powerful 406 mhz distress signal. Manual activation or activated if removed from bracket and underwater. Built in LED strobe. ACR GlobalFix V4 Cat 2 EPIRB ACR GlobalFix V4 marine distress EPIRB is equipped with multiple built-in...
Ocean Signal Rescue ME EPIRB1 Review
The Nitty Gritty Priced in the $450-$600 range. 10 year battery life. The powerful 406 mhz distress signal. It floats. Manual activation or self activation if removed from bracket and underwater. Protective tab to prevent accidental activation. Ocean Signal Rescue ME EPIRB The Ocean Signal Rescue ME EPIRB1 is...
McMurdo Smartfind EPIRB Review
The Nitty Gritty Priced in the $600-$800 range. 10 year battery life. The powerful 406 mhz distress signal. It floats. Manual activation or self activation if removed from bracket and underwater. Protective tab to prevent accidental activation. McMurdo Smartfind EPIRB The McMurdo SmartFind G8 AIS is the world’s first...