I want to pick up a VHF handheld, I see there is a Marine one that also does FRS. Is this thing gonna be adequate for 4x4 trips? I don't have my licence yet but hope to be getting it this fall/winter...
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Haven't got what license yet? Ham? Or marine mobile? If you buy a marine VHF it won't adjust to any Ham 2 meter frequencies. If you buy a marine, you are only alowed to use it "marine" and you need a station license but I think they did away with the requirement for an operator license. (or have I got it the wrong way around?)
Check with your local Ham club for used handhelds. A lot of people want to change what they have and good deals can be had. Icom, Kenwood & Yaesu are good names for Ham. Icom is serviced in Richmond so not big down times and delivery issues for the rare case of warranty or repair.
Check with your local Ham club for used handhelds. A lot of people want to change what they have and good deals can be had. Icom, Kenwood & Yaesu are good names for Ham. Icom is serviced in Richmond so not big down times and delivery issues for the rare case of warranty or repair.