February 15, 2010 12:40
lsoltero Wrote:I beg to differ with you... SSB weather is pretty limited. It takes about 2 hours to receive 6 forecast products.
Luis,
Can't believe you said that. The weather products available ON DEMAND via Sailmail are extensive, and generally take a few minutes to receive. I know, I've done it.
I agree with most of what you otherwise say, and I'd love to have an iridium onboard, but I can't depart in good conscience without a SSB (which I already have), and the incremental cost of the iridium is prohibitive for many of us. It all boils down to $$$$ and priorities.
Scot
PS - agree with your comments on eprib. After seeing the lack of response to several recent remote emergencies I won't have one - money better spent on an iridium... if I had it. See recent epirb discussions on ssca board.