I'm just curious, but what is the attraction to this technology? 

Same question goes for weather radios, GPS, etc...  To me, part of the thrill of wilderness travel is going to a place where I am cut off from the modern world.  A little risk to me adds a bit of excitement to the trip.  I'm as inconsistent and hypocritical as hell, cuz I like to have a map, and I enjoy all the creature comforts of modern canoe camping.

I suppose solo canoeing is another matter, or is it?

prouboy