[Retevis RA86]

On 5/3/2024 at 9:12 AM, WRXB215 said:

That's interesting, I thought I had see good reviews on that antenna. Maybe I'm thinking of a different one.

Edit:
Just remembered, it was probably the small one from Midland that got good reviews.

I got a lot of static with the antenna that came with it. 

[Would like to know what radio you are using]

Retevis RA86. Works great for a plug and play radio. 

[Retevis RA86]

I recently got a RA86 and it’s worked great so far. The programming software was easy to use. I’m using a ghost antenna with it. The rinky dink antenna that came with it, left a lot to be desired! 

[Retevis RA86]

9 hours ago, WRMW562 said:

I have this radio. Yes, you can set designated codes for rx and tx.

 

You can listen (rx only) to 70cm frequencies out of the box, but no other frequency ranges. 

Appreciate the reply! Gonna order one this afternoon. 

[Retevis RA86]

Can anyone tell me if the Retevis RA86 can do split tones repeaters? Thinkin about putting one in my work truck. 

[Midland MXT575 channel stability issues]

I would contact Midland and see if there's something they could do. I hve the MXT 275, And it's worked well so far.

[What do you use your radio for?]

I use mine for hunting and fishing trips, traveling and emergency comms in the Florida Keys during hurricane season.

[Midland Xtalker Power Setting]

Can anyone tell me how many watts the T71vp3 puts out oh the high setting? I’ve seen it listed anywhere from .5 - 2 watts. 

[Midland Xtakers for Christmas present]

Ordered a pair of Midland Xtalkers for a friend who lives in the Florida Keys. They’ll be handy to have around during Hurricane season. 

[More and more ski areas are using FRS/GMRS Channels]

On 11/7/2023 at 1:56 AM, Over2U said:

Does Montana also have a FRS/GMRS frequency plan for use during an emergency?

Not that I’m aware of.

[New CB. First Impressions]

I’ve had my President Thomas for year, and works great for what I need it for. You’ll like FM. We use 24 FM quite a bit on hunting & fishing trips. 

[Official/Unofficial GMRS Road/Travel Channel]

Another vote for ch 19.

[Search & Rescue Group Adopts GMRS/FRS Channel 3]

On 5/3/2023 at 7:27 AM, marcspaz said:

I don't know if I'm misreading the post or everyone else is, but that reads that the SAR team is using FRS/GMRS to talk amongst themselves while conducting a SAR operation. They aren't telling civilians to carry radios and use them on 3 for emergencies, which wouldn't make sense. The SAR team isn't using the FRS radios until AFTER a mission has started.

 

This says it all...

"Backcountry SAR teams in Colorado do not actively monitor FRS/GMRS channels but most will be able to utilize FRS radios once they have been alerted by a 911 dispatch center and have arrived in the area of the incident"

The write-up is not saying it's a tool for the victim to use in an emergency. The write-up says the responders are using them.  Now, this may be news for this Colorado area... but U/SAR teams in my area have been using FRS radios for decades. And it's mostly because so many volunteers shows up that there is no other practical way to help everyone stay in touch during the mission, due to the licensing and equipment restrictions. 

 

I don't know, maybe it's just me, but the whole thing seems Business As Usual. 

You are correct. The same goes for Wyoming's Be 307 aware.

[Do you use the NOAA Weather Radio feature(s) on GMRS?]

I do for hunting & fishing trips. I put the alert on, if they're calling for severe weather where I live.

[What's your GMRS mobile setup, and how does it work for you?]

I'm running a Midland MXT 275 with a 6 db antenna. works great for what i need it for.

[More and more ski areas are using FRS/GMRS Channels]

They’re popular out west in Colorado, Wyoming & Montana. Wyoming Search and rescue have a program called Be 307 aware, and Colorado has the same procedure in place minus the CTCSS tone on FRS CH 3.