1. Trackers....

C. Are too slow to be effective.

Trackers & Tracking teams speed vary with experience and how they are utilized.

Many searches have been turned around and quickly resolved when a methodical tracking team has identified a direction of travel, and search teams, helicopters, etc. have been sent ahead in the direction.

The step by step method assures that when all else fails, the trackers still have the physical link between the SAR team and the subject.

Seasoned tracking teams can move sign as fast as the subject who made it.