What do the satellite trackers look like and how are they mounted?
The trackers are flat and gray. The size is approximately 9x7x1 inches and the case is weather tight. They have an internal battery and must be mounted face up with a clear view of the sky. Some boats use sticky back Velcro and others tie the unit in place on the deck. • How often do the boats report a position? The trackers collect a GPS position every two hours and then transmit that position to the satellites. There is some “dither” from the time we receive the actual position reports. Thus, most positions will be reported sometime between the hour and 20 minutes after the hour. Also, it may take up to 40 minutes for a position to show up on the mapper and leaderboard. • I do not see a recent position for my favorite boat. Should I be worried? The boat tracking service is for fun only and is not a safely device. It is not unusual to see a few trackers miss a position update. We do not and can not guarantee our services. Please read the Disclaimer. All boats should have safety equipm
