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Table 5 · 07-27-2023, 10:07 AM

There's a guy on Kijiji renting it for $25/day. So long term, makes more sense to buy, but I don't really see a need for myself beyond that week, so may just bite the bullet on a rental.

Fuzz · 07-27-2023, 10:34 AM

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So for those who have been, how bad is the cell service north of Whitehorse? I'm assuming it's going to be pretty spotty outside of towns, but in those places, is it still strong enough to send/receive data?

I'm going to need decent access to check in for work reasons every few hours, but trying to decide if my basic Rogers service will be good enough, or if it would make sense to rent a Starlink.

You are not going to be checking in every 2 hours unless you never leave Whitehorse. here's a coverage map:

I didn't have data there, but anywhere there is a tower should have decent speeds. So Whitehorse, Dawson City, and Inuvik...

Fuzz · 07-27-2023, 10:38 AM

Sorry, that was just Bell, Telus is a bit better:

https://www.cellularmaps.com/regions...coverage.shtml

Table 5 · 07-27-2023, 11:01 AM

Jokes on you, as I have Rogers....which is uh, not any better.

But yeah, it looks pretty sparse, hence looking at getting the Starlink. I wish I could just drop off the grid for the week, but alas not really doable.

Locke · 07-27-2023, 11:08 AM

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We looked at renting a truck camper, and the only realistic options (Fraserway or CanaDream) were in Whitehorse. Don't recall seeing anything further up north...at least not anything that was a legitimate company.

Are you calling 'JimBob's Jerky and RV Emporium' not legit?

Fuzz · 07-27-2023, 11:14 AM

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Jokes on you, as I have Rogers....which is uh, not any better.

But yeah, it looks pretty sparse, hence looking at getting the Starlink. I wish I could just drop off the grid for the week, but alas not really doable.

I've found a solution for you....

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Try any Starlink Service for 30 days and, if not satisfied, return the hardware for a full refund.

https://www.starlink.com/

You probably need to Roam version.

redforever · 07-27-2023, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Table 5

So for those who have been, how bad is the cell service north of Whitehorse? I'm assuming it's going to be pretty spotty outside of towns, but in those places, is it still strong enough to send/receive data?

I'm going to need decent access to check in for work reasons every few hours, but trying to decide if my basic Rogers service will be good enough, or if it would make sense to rent a Starlink.

Yes, I was able to send pictures and the like with no problem. It is not just spotty outside of towns...it is basically non-existent.

PeteMoss · 07-27-2023, 01:26 PM

If you just need a phone with data - you can buy/rent a satellite phone with data. Its not going to be a great experience, but if you dont need the whole starlink system - you can rent these things for a lot cheaper than that.

Fuzz · 07-27-2023, 01:56 PM

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If you just need a phone with data - you can buy/rent a satellite phone with data. Its not going to be a great experience, but if you dont need the whole starlink system - you can rent these things for a lot cheaper than that.

My dad had the Iridium system on a boat, and it was worse than aweful. Just a total waste of time and $1000 by the end with all their fees.

You Need a Thneed · 07-27-2023, 06:13 PM

Even the physical wired internet isn't always great up here.

Also,

Just did a test (In inuvik) on my personal and my work cells, LTE speeds:

Koodo (telus): Download 9 mbps, upload 0.5 mbps
Bell: 23 down, 2.4 up

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tried a second time on Koodo (7 down, 3 up)

PeteMoss · 07-28-2023, 08:10 AM

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My dad had the Iridium system on a boat, and it was worse than aweful. Just a total waste of time and $1000 by the end with all their fees.

Guess it depends what you need it for. If you just need to be connected and check a few messages while you drive - its not that expensive. If you are making calls a bunch of calls and trying to get online, etc - yes - not cheap.

redforever · 07-29-2023, 09:12 AM

Not good news if you are planning on travelling the Dempster. A fire by Eagle Plains has closed the highway both ways and north to the territorial border.

You Need a Thneed · 07-29-2023, 12:30 PM

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Not good news if you are planning on travelling the Dempster. A fire by Eagle Plains has closed the highway both ways and north to the territorial border.

So much for getting materials to site...

Fuzz · 07-29-2023, 12:51 PM

Oh geez, I hope it doesn't burn down. It's kind of a vital stop on the road.

You Need a Thneed · 08-28-2023, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by You Need a Thneed

Even the physical wired internet isn't always great up here.

Also,

Just did a test (In inuvik) on my personal and my work cells, LTE speeds:

Koodo (telus): Download 9 mbps, upload 0.5 mbps
Bell: 23 down, 2.4 up

EDIT:
tried a second time on Koodo (7 down, 3 up)

It's been really bad the last couple weeks, and I'm finding out now as I'm back up.

Physical Wired internet through Northwestel = 1 mbps up and down.

So much for trying to stream stuff.

GreatWhiteEbola · 11-21-2023, 03:21 PM

I have a Roam Starlink that I could offer for rent, the catch... it's $170 a month (monthly-only billing is currently on pause) and that would have to be the minimum I charge. I have an EcoFlow Delta Pro w/ 160W portable solar panel too for extra remote utilization. I would need to ask for a deposit equal to the replacement value of the equipment. Is there a market for this type of thing?