suzannemilner
Member
What do you reco for handheld radios to use during runs with a large amount of cars? We had a run on the weekend and got split up and handhelds would have helped!
Thanks!
Thanks!
Handheld Radios
- Thread starter suzannemilner
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We have a few sets of Cobra radios. They seem to work the best for us. However they are affected by hills and turns when it comes to range unfortunately. The 35 mile range they claim is mountain top to mountain top I'm sure.lol Works better when we have radios at different spots in the run and not just front and back. These are the newest ones we got. There are some lower prices alternatives that will do the job as well.
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Cobra ACXT645
The Cobra ACXT645 is engineered for demanding outdoor conditions. With up to 35-mile range, Splashproof (IPX4) Rating, built-in LED flashlight, NOAA Weather Alerts, VibrAlert® feedback for incoming transmissions, and more, the ACXT645 is perfect for all of your rugged outdoor adventures as well...
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S197CS
Corner Carver
When on the run, I am using a set of Midland radios. cannot remember the model #, but great quality. I've learned early on that it's better to avoid the frustration of ''cheap'' radio set and invest a little more.
As Charlie said above, the range is nowhere near what is claimed, but every bit of claimed range helps the real range on the run!
As Charlie said above, the range is nowhere near what is claimed, but every bit of claimed range helps the real range on the run!
I have had $39 dollar radios, I have had $200 radios
now I am runny cat radios think I paid $139
heres what I know, made no difference,
what ever they say on package is BS
any more than a few KM's won't hear nothing.
Find ones that go up to 40 channels
as we normallly run on 10 or 18 on runs
big runs we make sure someone in middle to relay nessages backwards and front wards
as front car can never talk to back car
pay attention to where we are going and you will end up in same place
when run is done, oh and smile your driving your mustang
no such thing as lost
now I am runny cat radios think I paid $139
heres what I know, made no difference,
what ever they say on package is BS
any more than a few KM's won't hear nothing.
Find ones that go up to 40 channels
as we normallly run on 10 or 18 on runs
big runs we make sure someone in middle to relay nessages backwards and front wards
as front car can never talk to back car
pay attention to where we are going and you will end up in same place
when run is done, oh and smile your driving your mustang
no such thing as lost
Fun GT
Mustang Enthusiast
FRS radios in Canada are limited to 2 watts where in the States they allow up to 5 watts which makes a huge difference.
With that said my old Motorola's were on their way out and I was in need of new ones.
I did quite a bit of research and like said above the range indicated on the box is no way near what real life range is.
At the end of the research Midlands came in with good reviews so went with them (X talker series) and so far they work well, but not sure if the extra dollars (200.00 plus range) are worth it or not yet as I haven't used them in a large group setting since the purchase.
With that said my old Motorola's were on their way out and I was in need of new ones.
I did quite a bit of research and like said above the range indicated on the box is no way near what real life range is.
At the end of the research Midlands came in with good reviews so went with them (X talker series) and so far they work well, but not sure if the extra dollars (200.00 plus range) are worth it or not yet as I haven't used them in a large group setting since the purchase.