The American Beagler Forum

I am considering getting a Garmin Alpha 100 with the mini TT/15 collars. Looking at a 5 dog system. I would like to know if people are still having problems with the Alpha locking up or dropping the dogs. Also what the battery life is per charge, hand held and collar. Also the distance you can track or train in normal rabbit hunting cover. I am located in Central Va.. Any info is greatly appreciated.

No problems here,I run a 5 dog Alpha with mini's and usually get out twice before I charge them up again. As far as distance I've lost signal at 500 yards and had em out 1500 with out problems, just depends on terrain and foliage. Spend the money, you'll be glad you did.

No problems here. I run a six dog system. 4 minis and 2 regular 15's. Have only dropped signal momentarily a couple times in three years and I run where there are hills. Give Chuck a call at Plum Creek Kennels and he can hook you up with what you need. He has some of the best customer service after the sale that you will find anywhere!!!

We sometimes run 7 at a time without problems. Recently had a dog fall into a 20 foot well and without her collar we may never have found her. They are the best on the market. The secret is to keep them updated.

Get it. Don't know how I got along without it. I'm running six collars without any problems. Do keep them updated

Best purchase I've made. I got it when it was relatively new and I've never ever dropped a signal in any country ditions that I've ever seen.


Such a great piece of mind and useful when your hunting g places with roads.

Thanks for the replies. Found out yesterday that I have a torn rotator cuff in my right shoulder that will require surgery. The Alpha will have to wait until this is over. I know I will miss at least the first have of our hunting. This is the second time on the same shoulder. Hope to be back in the woods by the first of the year. Thanks again.