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  • dougstump

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    Well..I tried motorola 25 mile radios in honey island way back after storm,did not work very well I guess because of the trees.So after they fixed the cell phone reception problems,we just text now.They do work well when traveling in vehicles and keeping in touch while shopping around

    The distance is an "estimate" under ideal conditions. Like from one hilltop to the next, clear line of sight and no other interference, you'll never talk this far in real life. Leaves and pine needles on the trees are really going to suck up the signal. GMRS has a higher power output (up to 5 watts) compared to FRS (2 watts max).
     

    340six

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    You're welcome to try these brand new ones I've never used them. You can see If they work for you before buying some. I'll pm you.
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    Sent from my H1711 using Tapatalk

    I used to have a set like that were older Midland ones we used at car shows when I was at the gate and at the car-cars. They worked great.
     

    drill sgt

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    I know ZERO about two way radios, so hoping for some recommendations. I need a pair, to be used by me and my son who is now hunting in his own stand. We are in the woods, max distance would be a few hundred yards i’d say. Main concern is reliability 100%. Anyone recommendations on brands, etc? Thanks
    I THOUGHT that at one time that the use of two way radios while hunting in LOUISIANA was illegal.. maybe that has changed.. AS a ham operator since 1978 I would be cautious about using some of the cheap BEOFENG and other simular radios by non-legal opeation in and around the authorized frequencies which could cause interference with other Legal operations.... serious LEGAL problems could surface from this interference....Don"t get me wrong as I own and operate a BEOFENG UR-5R PLUS in 2mtr and 440 frquencies...great radio for the price ..know several operators who own and use them every day........... just BEWARE of the problems that could arise..... drill sgt.
     

    Danny Abear

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    I THOUGHT that at one time that the use of two way radios while hunting in LOUISIANA was illegal.. maybe that has changed.. AS a ham operator since 1978 I would be cautious about using some of the cheap BEOFENG and other simular radios by non-legal opeation in and around the authorized frequencies which could cause interference with other Legal operations.... serious LEGAL problems could surface from this interference....Don"t get me wrong as I own and operate a BEOFENG UR-5R PLUS in 2mtr and 440 frquencies...great radio for the price ..know several operators who own and use them every day........... just BEWARE of the problems that could arise..... drill sgt.

    Whatever you 'stepped up to' a couple of days ago made a BIG improvement
     

    Neil09

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    I ended up with a set of Midland GXt1000, with the small earpieces. Seem to be working fine! Appreciate the help.

    Are these two prong earpieces standard, or is it specific to Midland models?
     

    RaleighReloader

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    You and your son could get your amateur radio "technician" licenses, and then get a pair of inexpensive 2m handheld radios. The typical 7 watt handheld is good for 5+ miles, and you'll also have the fun of chatting on the local repeaters.

    It's a bit of work, but I really enjoy it.

    Mike
     

    JR1572

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    I use my Baofeng Uv5r with a slim jim roll up antenna to hit a UHF repeater 35 miles south of me. I like the Baofeng but I have a Yaesu FD70R handheld coming in soon. I can’t wait to try out digital.

    I’m studying for general right now and it’s more involved than technician.
     

    JR1572

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    I use my Baofeng Uv5r with a slim jim roll up antenna to hit a UHF repeater 35 miles south of me. I like the Baofeng but I have a Yaesu FD70R handheld coming in soon. I can’t wait to try out digital.

    I’m studying for general right now and it’s more involved than technician.

    Just an update:

    I have the Yaesu FT70DR and the Baofeng is now back in it’s box. The difference is night and day. Digital on system fusion is great. If you get your license and want to get into this stuff, the Baofeng is a great radio to start off with but there are better options out there that aren’t going to break the bank. The FT70DR are on sale for $150 with a $30 mail in rebate until 12/31/19.
     
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