Two-way radios?

Dr_Hunter

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What radios do you use? I am looking into the Midland GXT 760 VP4 Radio Pack at Cabela's. Anyone familiar with this model or prefer a specific model.

I already have a good GPS or I would purchase the Garmin Rhino GPS/Radio.

Thanks


I don't think there is any other quality
so essential to success of any kind as the
quality of perseverance. It overcomes
almost everything, even nature.
-John D. Rockefeller
 
look into the handheld marine radios. they are awesome. less interference with other people and stronger signals.



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Have you tried the Uniden models?


I don't think there is any other quality
so essential to success of any kind as the
quality of perseverance. It overcomes
almost everything, even nature.
-John D. Rockefeller
 
Just a little FYI on the 'marine radio'. It has to do with the bandwidth at which they operate, and are uber regulated by the FCC. So you better know what you are doing with them. If caught, I hope your pockets are deep!
 
Can you elaborate on that more Outdoorsdude? Should I not be using them in the mountains for hunting or for fishing?




I don't think there is any other quality
so essential to success of any kind as the
quality of perseverance. It overcomes
almost everything, even nature.
-John D. Rockefeller
 
So I read into it a little and it looks like their are some strict guidelines for public use with designated channels for Government, Coast Gaurd, illegal channels, harbors and others. . . Does that mean the other channels that are not listed are ok for the public to utilize?
I think I will just have to go in to a place and discuss it with them.


I don't think there is any other quality
so essential to success of any kind as the
quality of perseverance. It overcomes
almost everything, even nature.
-John D. Rockefeller
 
Sorry Dr_Hunter, just got back on. The main point is that the system was set up for rescue and 'maritime' use so they put strict guidelines on it. Specific channels for emergency only, Coast Guard, Harbor (H1-H2 etc.)

The best thing is what you already stated; go in and talk to someone who really knows about this, and I don't mean the 'kid' working in the fishing department- find someone who sets up radios commercially.

I needed to a com. set up here in S.F. for an event and inquired about the 'marine' and was informed it was $5k if caught.

Hope this helps.
 
I use the Midlands and have tried most all of the brands. For me Midlands seem to work and hold up the best. I also have the marine band radios, but I use the midlands a lot more.
 
You may consider a HAM license and a small hand held.

http://www.hamradio.com/



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Can you explain how the HAM license works? Is there less activity on those channels? I see that the radios are 5 watts so they should have better range than the standard midland or motorola radios. Thanks for info.
 
You can get a basic 'technician' license and start there. The test isn't too hard and there are plenty of study guides available.


Ham is more private, has better range and is clearer than other handheld stuff.


http://hamuniverse.com/

>Can you explain how the HAM
>license works? Is there
>less activity on those channels?
> I see that the
>radios are 5 watts so
>they should have better range
>than the standard midland or
>motorola radios. Thanks for
>info.


Compromise, hell! ... If freedom is right and tyranny is wrong, why should those who believe in freedom treat it as if it were a roll of bologna to be bartered a slice at a time?
 
I use the Motorolla SX500 radios with great success. I have tried the cobra but didn't like them. Over certain channels, you need an FCC license to operate though.

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