How many use HAM vs C/B for rig to rig etc?
Ladies and Gents, The subject of C/Bs gets brought up every so often and is debated whether or not folks still install and use them. But, not many mention too much about HAM radios. I know and under...
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KK4PLD here.....
Well someone mentioned not all bands are useable, not true, there are antennae that will cover a variety of ham bands, albeit very expensive to install you can get out and reach many folks if the install is done correctly.
VHF/UHF I have done cross country and not many repeaters are in use unless you are on during the rush hour periods, still fun.
If you are caravanning out a CB is good to maintain contact without any licensing requirement. It all depends on what you want to do and how much money you want to spend.
I have no CB's installed and and will be putting in a VHF/UHF system in my new-to-me truck so I can talk with my local cronies.
YMMV
Well someone mentioned not all bands are useable, not true, there are antennae that will cover a variety of ham bands, albeit very expensive to install you can get out and reach many folks if the install is done correctly.
VHF/UHF I have done cross country and not many repeaters are in use unless you are on during the rush hour periods, still fun.
If you are caravanning out a CB is good to maintain contact without any licensing requirement. It all depends on what you want to do and how much money you want to spend.
I have no CB's installed and and will be putting in a VHF/UHF system in my new-to-me truck so I can talk with my local cronies.
YMMV
