CB's are just tools! They are not by nature GOOD OR BAD:) The value of the CB's is directly correlated to the knowledge & ability of the user of the CB.
1. Ch. 13 is not the channel for RVers who want to talk to other RVers:(
2. Ch. 17 is primarly used on the west coast, Ch. 19 is primarly used in all the other states.
3. The SQUELCH knob will filter and allow you to control what you want to hear or not hear.
4. Swearing and bad language---I hear far more unexceptable language in Jr. High schools and High Schools:(
To control your exposure, ask for the specific road conditions or locations of "bears" you want and then turn up your SQUELCH knob!
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