If I Press the SOS Button Is it Covered in the Monthly Fee?
24/7 SOS monitoring is covered. When you press the SOS button, Global Rescue will dispatch the appropriate Search and Rescue based on your location. Additional insurance is available to purchase through Global Rescue to help cover any costs that may be incurred in a rescue.
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How Does the SOS Work?
Global Rescue handles all SOS monitoring for Bivy Stick customers. 24/7 monitoring is included in all data plans. Global Rescue will dispatch the appropriate search and rescue based on your location. Your monthly subscription includes dispatch for ...
How to Send an SOS
In case you need to get in contact with emergency services, you can use the SOS feature. This service is available worldwide. SOS on the Bivy APP (recommended) Choose SOS from the main "Stick" menu. (Don't worry, there are many warnings to make sure ...
Does the SOS Button Work Without a Data Plan?
No, to use the SOS function you must have an active data plan to access the satellite network. Make sure your device is active before your adventure. You cannot activate a data plan via satellite in the backcountry.
24 Hour SOS Reserve Battery
The Bivy Stick MESH has a 24-hour SOS Reserve battery.
How Do the Monthly Plans Work?
Monthly Plans When you activate a plan it will be active for 30 days and then auto-renew if you don't cancel. Any unused credits will roll over to the next month as long as you continue the monthly subscription. If you cancel your subscription, you ...