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May 9, 2025 18 min

When Technology Stops Being a Safety Net

from The Daniel Stih Podcast Hosted by Daniel Stih

Gramin, inReach, Cell Phones - In this episode, Daniel Stih shares why too much faith in technolgy can be a dangerous mistake in the wilderness. Daniel recounts experiences where his devices malfunctioned: false SOS signals, failure to power on, confusion or inaccurate readings about his GPS location. He contrasts this with a recent discovery about his phone's satellite messaging capabilities and how it might be the way of the future. Maybe. It has its limitations too. More than a gear review, this is a mindset shift as Daniel explains his process for staying safe when out there alone: the backup system and why any tech—GPS, satellite phone, or rescue beacon—should be treated as icing on the cake, not the main course. If you adventure solo or venture into the backcountry, this episode offers a critical reminder: self-reliance still matters.

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