2-WAY radios....
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I have the T5725 model. It's really great.
Just make sure you have the model with 14 channels and 38 subchannels instead of the model without the subchannels. If you need them in crowded areas (e.g.: big ski resorts), you'll appreciate having the subchannels.
Just make sure you have the model with 14 channels and 38 subchannels instead of the model without the subchannels. If you need them in crowded areas (e.g.: big ski resorts), you'll appreciate having the subchannels.
wow, great info thanks!FlipSide said:I have the T5725 model. It's really great.
Just make sure you have the model with 14 channels and 38 subchannels instead of the model without the subchannels. If you need them in crowded areas (e.g.: big ski resorts), you'll appreciate having the subchannels.
Anybody know anything about Cobra 2ways?
Don't get the regargeable model. Just get some descent NIMH batteries or even some NICAD batteries that you can charge with that battery charger you've had lying around since the 80s. I have the one with the special batteries and charger and the batteries have never lasted that long, one is down to like 2 hours on a full charge from about 8 hours when new. I was always careful to discharge fully and recharge fully so that's not it, the batteries just suck. I've only charged and discharged mine a dozen times or so, they're just not good batteries.
I just bought a great AA battery charger for my digital camera batteries so I was going to get the same batteries and get the 2ways with the batteries but I like the idea of the charger seat and hot having to buy more batteries.Kornphlake said:
Here are the product details on it
Product Details
Warranty Terms - Parts 1 year
Warranty Terms - Labour 1 year
Product Height 6-1/2"
Product Width 2-3/8"
Product Weight 1-3/4 lbs.
Product Length 1-3/8"
Channels 22 channels (7 GMRS/FRS, 7 FRS, 8 GMRS)
Codes per Channel 38
Range Up to 5 miles
Number of Radios in Package 2
FCC License Required Yes
Output Power 1 watt
Don't do it. Go with ones that accept regular rechargable AA batteries....stosh said:
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I have the blue ones, and dude, the batteries work just fine, never had an issue with em going down fast... maybe in a few years, they'll crap out, but have had mine for about a year now and no issues...
The only gripe I have is with the cheazy display... think they coulda done a little better, but work great! I like the charger stand too.. makes life a little easier.
that's my .02 cents for what it's worth.
The only gripe I have is with the cheazy display... think they coulda done a little better, but work great! I like the charger stand too.. makes life a little easier.
that's my .02 cents for what it's worth.
also even if you get the rechargable ones if the batteries crap out you can put normal AA's in there anyways.. so what's really to loose?
They're just not as versatile. With regular old rechargables I can swipe batteries from my camera for my radios, or vice-versa, I can charge everything up while I'm driving up to the mountains. I don't have to take that base unit on vacation with me - just the tiny battery charger that plugs into an outlet.slcpunk21 said:
Or when the rechargables die and I've forgotten extras or the charger I can just grab a pack of AAs at the grocery store and I'm back in business.
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Huh? They're just packaged up AAs? If that's the case, there's nuttin' to lose. My Olympus camera had a battery pack like that. I just use AAs now......slcpunk21 said:
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ummm with those you can.. they use the standard radio model that uses their own AA batter pack that is rechargable yet fits into a the standard AA battery slot. So if you do run into that problem, just as you say " grab a pack of AAs at the grocery store and I'm back in business"SkaredShtles said:
See....
I only use them for skiing at resorts....pnj said:
I ski... ummm.... well, faster than most of the other people I usually go with. So it makes it easy to hook up during the day for lunch, the occasional "social run", etc......
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The only time they don't work to well for skiing is when you're upside down in fresh POW.. can't call for help to easily that way.. always remember your ski buddy!SkaredShtles said:
My dad and gf each have a set of the non-rechargeable Motorola's. They work well. But if you want something nice, try the professional version. A good friend has a pair. I can't think of the name, but they are $100+ each, maybe closer to $200. Range is increased to ~5 miles and the reception is crystal clear. I am guessing that they are digital b/c there is no signal degradation until just before you lose reception. They are larger and less user-friendly, but work much better. I believe that they are designed more for use around construction sites and not ski resorts, so you do less channel changing. My friend who owns them is an electrition. I just did a quick search of their site but didn't see the exact model he has, but did see many other similar models. One thing I remember is that they have a long enough range that you are suppossed to register them. From looking at other Motorola radio description, I believe that the range is 5 miles or 200,000 sq. feet/ 15 floors of building. They are only slightly larger than a Talkabout. There is no visual display. You 'tune' it using voice prompts. They are compatible with Talkabouts, but it took an owners manual to fugure out how.
If you are looking for something basic, than I would by all means recomend the Talkabouts.
If you want something a little nicer (think very small hand-held CB power) get the professional version. They are ~ 1/2 again as big as the Talkabouts in every dimension, but still small enough to put in a pocket or carry with you. If you plan on doing back country, I would get the nicer radio.
If you are looking for something basic, than I would by all means recomend the Talkabouts.
If you want something a little nicer (think very small hand-held CB power) get the professional version. They are ~ 1/2 again as big as the Talkabouts in every dimension, but still small enough to put in a pocket or carry with you. If you plan on doing back country, I would get the nicer radio.
Don't forget though... with alot of bigger/ more powerful units, you usually need a FCC license.. not sure on the ones he's talking about, but something to look intostosh said:
it is great for newbs, but it's a great way to make it easy to corral people when leading a bigger group ride especially.pnj said:
Get a long lil doggie........
the only feature i would be concerned about is the lock feature that keeps you from accidentally changing channels. but it looks like it's standard now.
i have a set of some real old motorola ones that we use when we snowboard and is also great for road trips with multiple cars.
i don't know what you're budget is but they have the garmin ones w/ gps. i've never used one so i can't give you any feedback on them
http://www.hitechwireless.com/ac4store/product1.asp?SID=4&Product_ID=10
i have a set of some real old motorola ones that we use when we snowboard and is also great for road trips with multiple cars.
i don't know what you're budget is but they have the garmin ones w/ gps. i've never used one so i can't give you any feedback on them
http://www.hitechwireless.com/ac4store/product1.asp?SID=4&Product_ID=10
As far as I know, registering them is on the honor system. Motorola's site has the link with every aplicable mdel.slcpunk21 said:
In my original post, by "didn't see them", I meant the exact model my bud has.
Hey man!Cursor said:the only feature i would be concerned about is the lock feature that keeps you from accidentally changing channels. but it looks like it's standard now.
i have a set of some real old motorola ones that we use when we snowboard and is also great for road trips with multiple cars.
i don't know what you're budget is but they have the garmin ones w/ gps. i've never used one so i can't give you any feedback on them
http://www.hitechwireless.com/ac4store/product1.asp?SID=4&Product_ID=10
Good to see ya!!!
GPS would blow my budget right now! I just want simple ones for now. I'm looking to spend about $50.
Cool. I would look into them though since I can't remember the price. My friends and I go camping a lot. We always caravan and use the hand-helds. My buddies are by far the best. You won't have buyers regret if you buy them, but at the same time, the others still work very well.stosh said:
In my original post, by "didn't see them", I meant the exact model my bud has, not that the line/style wasn't there.
Nope. Not on a powder day. The "buddies" get left behind. Although there is this one dude on fat skis who busts my ass on a powder day. I guess I'm *his* buddy on those days.........slcpunk21 said:The only time they don't work to well for skiing is when you're upside down in fresh POW.. can't call for help to easily that way.. always remember your ski buddy!
I gotta get me some of those newfangled fat skis.......
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i'm still aroundstosh said:
yeah, those gps ones are kinda pricey.