Jay

I currently am using Motorola TalkAbout hand held radio's. These typically work pretty good, however there are some conditions and places that restrict thier ability. I am curious what you would suggest for my needs.

I am thinking of getting a CB in the truck, and 2 handhelds to have on person while snowboarding. I would like something with some power that could perform better in violent weather and obstacles such as mountain ridges.

I believe I would also need a FCC License as well? Whats involved with this? Fees?

Thanks in advance for your input.

Jay

Scottiac

No, you don't need a license for CB's (anymore).

I've been ogling the Midland 75-820 or 75-830's myself.
Word is they don't work all that well in your vehicle though.

But you said you'd have a vehicle system as well, so never
mind!

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The Talkabout's FRS don't need a license either;
low power limits on them keep their range way down, but you already know about that.

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GMRS has more power than the FRS, but is still allegedly regulated by the FCC.

The license for the GMRS system is more of a proforma
process on a good day.

FCC Info on GMRS

License fee for *that* is around $15.


More than you ever wanted to know...

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you must be better on the snow than I am. I want radios there
that qualify as "disposable!"

If you look under the "Group Buy" topic, you'll see some references to two of the more popular mobile units.

jx94148

You don't need a liscence to operate a CB. You can soup one up but its illeagal and the FCC can fine you a buttload for using it at a higher output than the standard 4 watts. The weak 4 watt output will do very poorly behind stone ridges, especially handhelds. They are basicly 'line of sight' operation range with those dinky 6 inch antennas.

Borderline candidate for being moved to off topic. I'm a little move happy tonight.

joshik

http://www.media-north.com/4wd/cb.htm