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Enhancing Event Safety and Experience at Cape Wrath Ultra
Safety is the primary driver of Ourea Events' adoption of a satellite tracking solution at Cape Wrath Ultra. But YB delivers so much more
Dec 6, 20243 min read


A Record-Breaking Year in The World's Toughest Row
A remarkable team of British women have set a new world record for the fastest overall crossing of the mid-Pacific Ocean by a trio,...
Jul 23, 20242 min read


From a Brighton Pub to Barbados - the Hard Way
After 46 days & 22 hours, Rosalind Chaston & Andy Hodgson rowed into Barbados, fulfilling a dream they'd conjured up 2 years ago in the pub!
May 19, 20232 min read


Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge 2022/23
With the Atlantic Flyers team scooping second place in last year's mighty Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, the race is on.
Dec 22, 20222 min read


Tracking the California 300 Off-Road Race
The YB3 handheld trackers will be there to keep tabs on all the heart-stopping action. Experience the thrill of the California 300!
Sep 6, 20222 min read


Tracking Jack Jarvis Row from Portugal to Miami
It was such a honour to be able to support a local lad on his adventure of a lifetime and see him with this trusty YB3.
Feb 7, 20221 min read


YB Tracking Says “Mush” to Sled Dog Racing
YB Tracking is proud to have been chosen as the tracking provider for QPAWS 2020 Dog Mushing Championships.
Jan 27, 20202 min read


How the Highest Altitude Ultra-Marathon was Completed
Daithí Ó Murchú successfully completed the highest altitude ultra-marathon completed by an individual. YB Tracking was with him every step.
Nov 5, 20192 min read


Providing Tracking and Safety for the GODZone 2019
GODZone is the largest expedition-length race in the world. YB3 units are used to track and provide 2-way emergency comms for participants.
Mar 15, 20191 min read


Why IGO Adventures' Standard Safety Kit Includes a YB3
Apart from communicating with the outside world with short emails/messages, participants can also trigger a one-button Alert.
Sep 11, 20182 min read


Tracking and 2-Way Comms for the Muskoka River X
For the 2018 event, each tandem team or solo paddler received the handheld, waterproof YB3 tracker to take with them on the race.
Aug 9, 20182 min read


Driven To Extremes: Morocco Dakar Challenge 2018
It was good to know that team leader Mac Mackenny’s personal YB3 could be trusted to keep the expedition in contact with the outside world.
Mar 23, 20181 min read


Tracking the XPD Adventure Race
Each team will be carrying a YB3 tracking device throughout, which will collect and transmit data at predetermined times.
Nov 1, 20162 min read


Tracking the Maya Mountain Adventure Challenge
Each of the teams will be carrying the YB3 tracking device to provide race officials with the ability to monitor team location and progress.
Jan 29, 20162 min read


Tracking the Adventure Racing World Championship Pantanal
This insane event includes mountain biking, trekking, kayaking and more in the wilds of Paraguay, tracked by the YB3 satellite tracker.
Nov 1, 20153 min read


Tracking the Scottish Islands Peak Race
Participants in this friendly event will meet interesting people, see some of the world's best scenery, and enjoy a memorable experience.
May 14, 20153 min read


The Role of a YB3 Tracker in The Huairasinchi Adventure Race
Each team will be supplied with a YB3 tracker which will transmit information such as speed, direction and location every ten minutes.
Nov 3, 20142 min read


Safety and Tracking for the Raid In France Adventure Race
In addition to tracking, our devices also have a safety beacon included so any accidents can be reported and dealt with quickly.
Sep 9, 20142 min read
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