Winter sports push both athletes and gear to their limits. Deep snow, frigid temperatures, and short daylight hours, combined with adventures that take you far from roads, towns, and reliable infrastructure. Whether you’re skiing, snowmobiling, or hiking winter trails, you’re frequently operating in remote terrain where help isn’t close at hand.
As you move deeper into the backcountry, cell service quickly becomes unreliable or disappears altogether. Cold makes the problem worse: at 20°F (−6°C), a typical smartphone can lose 30–50% of its battery life, and at 0°F (−18°C), that loss can reach 50–70%. Even if you briefly find a signal, a dead battery can turn a lifeline into a liability.
Where Cell Service Ends, Satellite Begins
This is where a satellite backup device makes all the difference. Devices designed for winter use, like the Bivy Stick, often rely on lithium‑metal batteries, which perform better in cold conditions, ensuring your communications remain uninterrupted. A Bivy Stick isn’t just another piece of gear in your pack; it’s quiet reassurance when conditions are unpredictable.
Drop into fresh powder with confidence. Explore new routes without second-guessing your signal. And if plans change or something goes wrong, know you can instantly connect with the people who matter most—no matter how far off the grid you roam.
With Bivy Stick you get:
- Two-way messaging through the Iridium® satellite network
- 24/7 SOS monitoring via Global Rescue
- Offline maps download for changing conditions
- Weather forecast reports
- Quick check-ins so loved ones know you’re safe
- 120 hours of battery life
It’s not just another tool in your pack—it’s your winter backup plan.
Because the best winter stories are the ones you come home to tell.
Stay safe. Stay connected.
