I am looking at buying a two-way hand held radios and was wondering if anyone could recommend a good brand, model and what features to look for?

Thanks of the help,
FIT

Paul,

How are they going to be used? Can't beat Motorola, but they are the priciest. However, you can get lots of snazzy features. I'm not convinced that each feature has a truly needed benefit. Right now Costco is selling a Cobra (I think) set that has all the basic features plus the rechargable batteries and a recharging stand, all for around $79 for TWO!

I have some cheap ones now that I use while fishing. If whomever I'm fishing with wants to communicate and if I remember to take them out of the truck. I also have the Motorola 250 with the additional 38 privacy codes. That feature helps a bunch. The 250 costs around $79 for one. If I were in the market today, I'd get the ones at Costco. I'm pretty sure they have 14 ch and 38 codes. Great deal but I'm just not sure of the brand, but I do remember it is a 'good' brand.

If you're the type who wants the best, Motorola is what you want.

Steve

Paul I have the old school Motorola and it seems about as clear as a 2 way radio can get. As far as options go the only one I would say I like it locking channels so you dont accidently change your channel or code while on the water. I have had 2 for a couple years now but dont use them as much as I should. It would be cool if more had them so we could all talk smack while hook'n up :)

Hey Paul

Big 5 sporting goods has a two way radio
on sale right now for 79.99 brand Cobra
pr1000 norm 129.99. Has up to 5 mile range,
15 gmrs channels, Operates on 6 aa batteries,
2 year warr. You may want to check it out.

Best Fishes
Gene :)

Is that for one or two radios?

That would have to be each. I bought mine 3 years ago for a little over $100ea.

I think that is a bit more than I want to spend, Maybe I should just get two tin can's and some string (grin)

I called Big 5 and Yea.. each.

Gene

I'll check to see what they have. I seem to recall them having single Motorola's for around $70, and sets of Cobra's (2 handhelds) for about that same price.

I'll let you know what I find!

I wish I would have saw yer post earlier. Next time you go to Costco let me know.I need you to check into something for me.

I might be going this week, do you want me to check something for ya?

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