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EPIRB vs. PLB vs. Satellite Communicator: Which Offshore Emergency Device Do You Need?

Offshore passages require a 406 MHz EPIRB registered to your vessel. Coastal day trips may only need a PLB on the captain. Two-way satellite messengers add check-in and weather — but are not a substitute for a proper EPIRB offshore.

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Garmin GPSMAP 8612xsv Chartplotter / Fishfinder
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Garmin GPSMAP 8612xsv Chartplotter / Fishfinder
$2,899.00
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