Not sure if promoting the use of Channel 16 as a GMRS chatter channel is a particulary great idea. In Marine radio it is the worldwide distress channel: Yes GMRS is a different service, but this smells like a bad habit to adopt when there are other options.
I guess if when you are on your boat and using a marine radio you get confused and think you are off-road, using a GMRS radio, this could be a problem. I know that happens to me all the time because of how similar being on a boat is to being in a 4WD vehicle..
Marine channel 16 is also the calling/hailing channel. So I don’t see much difference there. You make a contact on 16 and then you take you conversation to another channel.
I love the sarcasm. People are so emotionally charged to their radio religion (cult). I use which ever platform that I need to get the job done. It's about communication and not which religion you subscribe to.
Well Said & There Are At Least As Many Radio Snobs As There Are Gun Snobs Out There. As Long As You're Being Civil & Not Disrespectful, What Difference Does It Make?
I went from finding your content incredibly cringy, rolling my eyes whenever I saw one of your videos, to laughing my ass off and seeking them out. Well done. Well done. -A formerly sad ham.
I’ve been 4x4’n wrong this whole time!! We used channel 4; but it’s 4 TIMES 4 🤦♀️🤦♀️ Thank you for educating me on this scientific evidence! You are very funny and I’m learning a thing (or 4)🤣❤️🐞
The best radio you can ever get is the one you decide on buying for yourself. People always have opinion but I have found over the years people that have opinion are awful generous with someone else's money. Your videos are always spot on man.
Love your dry wit and sarcasm. Been watching all your radio vids and I hope you keep getting questions so you get keep doing more of them. Your channel has inspired me to learn more about gmrs, obtain my gmrs license, and I have an 805G on order. Will be looking into a mobile gmrs unit for my wife's Forester (already have a ham rig set up in my vehicle) and, hopefully, getting the fam to try it out. And yes, I'm a ham but do slam away as most hams deserve it. There are several gmrs repeaters in my area and I have received permission to use all of them. I must say, however, that I hear almost zero activity on them. Seems gmrs is more "purposed" to "deliberate" conversation between known parties. My perception is that nobody uses it just to say hi to others and get to know other hobbiests. Maybe you can do a video on that aspect and I can get a few more yuks from your channel?
I have found a new enjoyment just to watch for his “Sarcasm “. 😂🤣😂. No really, I learn so much about all this GMRS stuff as I am new to this radio stuff.
That was definitely scientific. Got my gmrs license last week, got a pair of gmrs radios on the way. Your videos are great! Gmrs is much easier than trying to have my wife get a ham license.
Nice my families radios are set to 16 , don’t remember how I landed on 16 as our family emergency channel , but nice to have a back up on that. I remember when there were CB clubs, yeah I’m that old
Knowing that I am your favorite viewer, and being somewhat of a suck-up, I just want to thank you for all your videos! I am new to all this and your videos are very helpful!
I missed the polls! Great video by the way. I use all three types. Had my dads CB he had in his truck from the 70s, so put it up and use it once in a while. Have HAM radios too and probably work that more often and now GMRS. I don’t know anyone local that has GMRS so it’s pretty dead really. It’s fun to have all three. I mostly got GMRS as my family doesn’t need to get a HAM license.
Same here! I have both, ham and gmrs licenses, i bought gmras radios for all the family, we have gmrs repeater near but hardly you can hear someone there. At least it give me the peace of mind if something happens we have another way to communicate.
His deadpan look and presentation is hilarious 😂. Very informative without all the narcissism from the Sad Ham crowd. They are still fussing about the " no code" technician.
I have a BS degree in engineering, that my friend is a degree in BS! 😂 I do like your thought pattern behind your “science” and agree with it. Although it may be the same science used behind the scenes for COVID-19.
For chatter between vehicles in a trail convoy, the case could be made to use the low power (5 watts max) simplex channels 1-7. This would keep the high power (up to 50 watts) channels 15-22 free for longer distance simplex or repeater use.
I agree and want to add that using higher power, in close proximity to others, could damage the radios. Depending on the quality of the radio(s), the RF can damage the receive circuitry.
They really need to! Additionally, they need to keep manufacturers from selling blister pack Wal-Mart radios capable of transmitting on the formerly licensed-only frequencies like 15-22. Doing that was high stupidity on the FCC's part, IMHO.
Great video... I was looking for one of those Wouxun GMRS radios and couldn’t find them. Everyone was sold out. So I picked up a KG UV9D Plus... already had a non plus version... they make really good radios, I like the quality. Heck, I am sitting on my couch now and hitting the repeater and taking to people all across the country.
Randy, you're a genius. I was blind, but now I see the light. This video is indisputable evidence that channel 16 is the best channel to use for GMRS. Unless you're using a UV-5r, as that would be violating FCC guidelines and result in a strongly worded letter.
With regard to Hams writing comments on your channel. I think it us a complement that they are listening to you. You are obviously imparting information of value to them or they would not be listening. Just wanted to try to reframe things in a different perspective. And 73s to you because I am a also ham.
The Command Center scene in Live Free Die Hard has the radio that will reach the most people in dire world ending scenarios according to the computer hacker that owned the commend center. John McClaine was laughing his ass off about the tech nerd having a CB and then wound up needing one towards the end of the movie to call in the Calvary. Apparently anything but MURS radio which would actually function just fine but what good is that if nobody is on the other end.
It would be nice if there was still a recognized calling frequency or Channel where people can connect than pair off for more private conversations very useful and crowded areas.
Channels 8-14 are reserved by the rules for handheld radios, thus mobile and base radios do not transmit on these channels. Narrowband FM may be received on an FM receiver, albeit at a lower volume. FM may sound overmodulated on a NBFM receiver. Note that GMRS power is limited to 50W TPO (Transmitter Power Output) on 15-22 and the repeater inputs, 5W ERP (Effective Radiated Power) on 1-7 and 0.5W ERP on 8-14. So in theory you should include feedline loss and antenna gain in calculating power on 1-14. Ham rules are just as confusing with a 1500W PEP TPO limits on most bands but 100W PEP ERP on 60 meters. In practice most hams use a 100W transceiver on 60 and GMRS uses 5 watt radios on 1-7 and assume insignificant antenna gain.
Thank you so much for leaving the typical " _I am so smart I am going to show everyone by answering questions that nobody asked_ " type of comment that most normal, socially-adjusted people hate. We are all so impressed with how smart you are that I am going to leave your comment pinned to the top for everyone to see - you win the gold-star!
@@TheNotaRubicon this guy said something nerdy in a really neutral way. Is it info I'll use? No. Is it info someone asked about? No. Is it info that's kinda interesting and related to the video? Yeah. Would someone find it more interesting than I did? I'm sure. Regardless, it's a bummer to be mean to someone that said something nerdy, even if other nerds were mean to you another time.
For those who think "ham" is an acronym and should be spelled "HAM," the best radio and channel is Channel 1 on a blister pack FRS/GMRS (which actually ARE acronyms btw) radio. It's indisputable; science doesn't lie.
I don't know how I'm going to handle all this scientific data you keep on putting out! Feel like I'm back in school, gotta go get my pen n note pad for your vidjas!
That's amazing - your "science" sounds an awful lot like the crap we hear coming out of DC. It must be absolutely accurate, without any misinformation, unquestionable, and requires no thought or powers of reason. Wow, I am amazed.....( if you pin this one, you didn't get the joke :) ) You called it though, there will always be some rummy that will produce a comment worthy of the "Pinned" award. Jimmy H stepped right into it in this episode.
Ammron has said that certain channels are for "preppers". As for other "platforms" (cb, frs, gmrs, etc...) as well. My mag [mutual asst. group] uses gmrs, frs & cb for our back up comms.
Loving these videos and and your ever present and "subtle" frustration with all those with whom you find yourself somewhat forced to interact with. The price for a public presence I suppose. Anywho... thank you for all of the great content and the laughs. Hope to run in to you out in the trail some day. Be well and stay safe.
It's not complicated at all. You key the thing and talk . And wait, and wait ...and no one will answer. I have scanned the GRMS and FRS and heard two people talking, but not to each other! Dead as a door knob...
There are millions of GMRS users that use new old stock surplus radios that are certified for Part 90. Maiinly GMRS repeaters are FCC part 90 accepted, but I have not heard the FCC cracking down for equipment other baofens not beening FCC Part 95E accepted. I use to use a Motorola MAXTRAC and HT 1000 for GMRS. Now I use Connect Systems CS 800D MOBILE and CS 700 Handheld, which are FCC Part 90 accepted. I don't care as long as I am considerate and courtious
GMRS all the things! Love the videos about GMRS I recently got on the Santiago repeater and will be getting a mobile unit soon. Thanks for all the information.
Marine band 16 is a vhf calling channel. Boaters with marine vhf radios are required to monitor ch 16. I think 16 makes perfect sense as the go to channel for gmrs. Boaters, who favor many other outdoor activities like 4x4, might naturally choose gmrs 16 as a contact channel or emergency channel.... however, in the boating world once a contact is made, unless the discourse is brief, the users are encouraged to move to another channel to continue their chat. That's good information in 15 paragraphs or less... did I win a gmrs radio, or perhaps the pin of shame.
I hooked up my new gmrs radio and set it to scan with the squelch on lowest setting and have yet to hear anyone talk. Our house is on a hill so line of sight reaches for miles. Bought a couple of HTs for my son and I to communicate while riding motorcycle but don't have the proper headsets yet. Guess we should be happy that the airwaves aren't crowded.
I legit hated your videos at first, but now I can't stop... Your flat affect kills me. I'm a ham, and not the least mad. I have a GMRS license also... Each serves a unique purpose.
Science !!!! It's what she blinded me with. LOL So this explains why my Radioditty DB20 has that whiny little tone when I key up on those channels. Makes sense now. Thanks for the science.
THANKS FOR THE EDUCATION ON THIS. GMRS IS NOT USED IN CANADA AS FAR AS I KNOW. FROM WHAT I WAS TOLD, THERE NO GMRS REPEATERS IN CANADA. RECKON I WAS BORN IN THE WRONG COUNTRY. OOOOOOOOOH WELL! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, SIR!!!! AH, COFFEE TIME!!!!!
Not sure if promoting the use of Channel 16 as a GMRS chatter channel is a particulary great idea. In Marine radio it is the worldwide distress channel: Yes GMRS is a different service, but this smells like a bad habit to adopt when there are other options.
I guess if when you are on your boat and using a marine radio you get confused and think you are off-road, using a GMRS radio, this could be a problem. I know that happens to me all the time because of how similar being on a boat is to being in a 4WD vehicle..
Marine channel 16 is also the calling/hailing channel. So I don’t see much difference there. You make a contact on 16 and then you take you conversation to another channel.
@@buzz25 The difference is that 16 is actively monitored by the US Coast Guard and it is an offence to misue the channel.
I wish I could like NotARubicon’s response to this more than once.
So what about CB channel 16?
Mary Ann all the way!
Yep !
No not Mary Ann, or Ginger......Mary Ann AND Ginger ftw baby !
@@ITILII I like your style but I think your response would probably get put in the "didn't understand the question" category. :)
Love the dry humor, despite being a HAM. Keep em comin!
But are you a sad ham? That is the question.
@@mikebussy3334 clearly he is not a sad ham, he is a happy ham due to liking and wanting more ;)
I love the sarcasm. People are so emotionally charged to their radio religion (cult). I use which ever platform that I need to get the job done. It's about communication and not which religion you subscribe to.
Well Said & There Are At Least As Many Radio Snobs As There Are Gun Snobs Out There. As Long As You're Being Civil & Not Disrespectful, What Difference Does It Make?
I shaved with the sarcasm in this video. It's razor sharp.
Omg too funny
I went from finding your content incredibly cringy, rolling my eyes whenever I saw one of your videos, to laughing my ass off and seeking them out. Well done. Well done.
-A formerly sad ham.
I’ve been 4x4’n wrong this whole time!! We used channel 4; but it’s 4 TIMES 4 🤦♀️🤦♀️ Thank you for educating me on this scientific evidence! You are very funny and I’m learning a thing (or 4)🤣❤️🐞
16 is 4 times better than channel 4, it was so obvious...
Mo Power! 4x Mo Better!
@@beaker2000LOL!
I don't recall Randy being this funny in person...you've found your stage brother lol
I just subscribed. Got my GMRS license. Now I’m studying for my ametuer radio license
I greatly appreciate your GMRS series. I am now licensed and will be using GMRS on our trip this weekend. Keep up the great videos!
The best radio you can ever get is the one you decide on buying for yourself. People always have opinion but I have found over the years people that have opinion are awful generous with someone else's money. Your videos are always spot on man.
“You might have to read some words, but it’s there.”
Truer words never spoken. Thanks for the video from a HAM trying his best not to be a dickhead.
And thats where he lost some people. Lol 😆
Love your dry wit and sarcasm. Been watching all your radio vids and I hope you keep getting questions so you get keep doing more of them. Your channel has inspired me to learn more about gmrs, obtain my gmrs license, and I have an 805G on order. Will be looking into a mobile gmrs unit for my wife's Forester (already have a ham rig set up in my vehicle) and, hopefully, getting the fam to try it out. And yes, I'm a ham but do slam away as most hams deserve it. There are several gmrs repeaters in my area and I have received permission to use all of them. I must say, however, that I hear almost zero activity on them. Seems gmrs is more "purposed" to "deliberate" conversation between known parties. My perception is that nobody uses it just to say hi to others and get to know other hobbiests. Maybe you can do a video on that aspect and I can get a few more yuks from your channel?
I have found a new enjoyment just to watch for his “Sarcasm “. 😂🤣😂. No really, I learn so much about all this GMRS stuff as I am new to this radio stuff.
You are like a strong magnet. I'm drawn to the wit and wisdom of your channel. 🧲
That was definitely scientific. Got my gmrs license last week, got a pair of gmrs radios on the way. Your videos are great! Gmrs is much easier than trying to have my wife get a ham license.
First video from this guy I've seen.
30 seconds in: Is this guy an idiot?
40 seconds in: This guy is hilarious. I get it, and I'm subscribing :)
I only watch your videos because of your infectious smile and constant laughter.
Nice my families radios are set to 16 , don’t remember how I landed on 16 as our family emergency channel , but nice to have a back up on that. I remember when there were CB clubs, yeah I’m that old
Knowing that I am your favorite viewer, and being somewhat of a suck-up, I just want to thank you for all your videos! I am new to all this and your videos are very helpful!
The music is perfect for the dry humor!
It is as it should be - I didn't even notice it.
Growing up with a CB, channel 19 was always the local group chat channel.
i like that you've refined your awesome radio character over the years
all i did was stop taking my medications
Randy, I really enjoy your videos, not only are you informative, but your science and your witticism is second to none, lol.
uv-5r for the win, that is all. hope you have a blessed day. really enjoy the vids
Funny and very informative for GMRS beginners like me. Thanks!
My favorite RUclipsr! Cheers from Denver CO!
4x4 is16. I am having flashbacks to elementary school😂
Thanks for breaking all this down, I appreciate the videos and the help.
The 4x4 is the best explanation ever. Just started learning about GMRS Thanks
I missed the polls! Great video by the way. I use all three types. Had my dads CB he had in his truck from the 70s, so put it up and use it once in a while. Have HAM radios too and probably work that more often and now GMRS. I don’t know anyone local that has GMRS so it’s pretty dead really. It’s fun to have all three. I mostly got GMRS as my family doesn’t need to get a HAM license.
Same here! I have both, ham and gmrs licenses, i bought gmras radios for all the family, we have gmrs repeater near but hardly you can hear someone there. At least it give me the peace of mind if something happens we have another way to communicate.
His deadpan look and presentation is hilarious 😂. Very informative without all the narcissism from the Sad Ham crowd. They are still fussing about the " no code" technician.
Thank You. I just set 462.575 (channel 16) on my GMRS-V1 ,,,,, Lock it in ! WRKK201 OUT !
The wit you inject into the subject is awesome
Makes complete sense! Thank you good sir for your infinite wisdom and knowledge.
Don't forget the "science".
Your absolute lack of giving a shit has earned you a subscriber.
I have a BS degree in engineering, that my friend is a degree in BS! 😂
I do like your thought pattern behind your “science” and agree with it. Although it may be the same science used behind the scenes for COVID-19.
Oooooo. that's harsh.
@@sferg9582 but no less true.
For chatter between vehicles in a trail convoy, the case could be made to use the low power (5 watts max) simplex channels 1-7. This would keep the high power (up to 50 watts) channels 15-22 free for longer distance simplex or repeater use.
I agree and want to add that using higher power, in close proximity to others, could damage the radios. Depending on the quality of the radio(s), the RF can damage the receive circuitry.
I guess it depends on how long the convoy is and how far apart segments of the convoy might become separated from the rest of the convoy.
@@dereklea1183 no
I followed your advice about having the rodger beep on. Turns out it was actually keeping a lot of people from responding. 😂 Thanks for the sarcasm. 😂
In all seriousness, if someone refuses to talk to you because your RogerBeep is on, you probably don't want to talk to them.
I learn something every time you post, I added #16 ....I'm not a licensed ham yet ...I'm just getting into all this. Thank you 😊
Randy; your off the cuff comments are second to None!!!! Please keep them coming…..
I have a comment... I appreciate the information! Thanks, got my GMRS station license just like you described I would!
As GMRS gets more popular, I hope the FCC expands the channels out to 40... Just like they did to CB back in the 70s from 23 to 40 channels..
It was many times more popular decades ago.
They really need to! Additionally, they need to keep manufacturers from selling blister pack Wal-Mart radios capable of transmitting on the formerly licensed-only frequencies like 15-22. Doing that was high stupidity on the FCC's part, IMHO.
"...If you disagree, I don't care!" LMAO!!! I love this guy! (NOHOMO!)
I totally enjoyed this video. Keep making them! 😀👍
4x4=16 ... it's science! I love these videos!
make so much sense. no wonder i was off-road on my 2x2 and talking in GMRS ch4 transmitting on 4 watts
Great video... I was looking for one of those Wouxun GMRS radios and couldn’t find them. Everyone was sold out. So I picked up a KG UV9D Plus... already had a non plus version... they make really good radios, I like the quality. Heck, I am sitting on my couch now and hitting the repeater and taking to people all across the country.
I dig pretty much all radios, but am leaning towards cb (as a backup) and gmrs for day to day use.
Man you are killing it with the radio reviews… keep’m coming.
I had no idea different channels had different power output. Going to 16 now!
Thanks for enlightening me. Great Video.
Just found this channel. I just got my gmrs radios. This was a great production !!!
My new favorite RUclips channel! Funny, informative, and you're not even Canadian. Or are you?
Just Outstanding! Keep up the good work. Mary Ann for the win!!!!!
Another important factor is the frequency or channel the antenna is tuned to that would be the sweet spot to get max bang.
Randy, you're a genius. I was blind, but now I see the light. This video is indisputable evidence that channel 16 is the best channel to use for GMRS. Unless you're using a UV-5r, as that would be violating FCC guidelines and result in a strongly worded letter.
BTECH GMRS-V1 GMRS
Just bought the btech gmrs v-1 off one of your videos
Thank using for offroading
Hilarious guy! You would be a credit to ham radio. Have Mariam and Ginger, have GMRS and Ham License. Wont take long to do training for general class
With regard to Hams writing comments on your channel. I think it us a complement that they are listening to you. You are obviously imparting information of value to them or they would not be listening. Just wanted to try to reframe things in a different perspective. And 73s to you because I am a also ham.
Dry wit appreciated, as with all your videos. Keep on Jeep'n ...
Quite briliant to listen to you when you turn off your dryness of humor.....still your sense of humor is just amazing
Waving a hand from my tech bench. WRWS512
Prepper’s should be using channels that can reach the most people
The Command Center scene in Live Free Die Hard has the radio that will reach the most people in dire world ending scenarios according to the computer hacker that owned the commend center. John McClaine was laughing his ass off about the tech nerd having a CB and then wound up needing one towards the end of the movie to call in the Calvary. Apparently anything but MURS radio which would actually function just fine but what good is that if nobody is on the other end.
Well,, you can’t argue with science! Informational and entertaining! Thanks Randy!
It would be nice if there was still a recognized calling frequency or Channel where people can connect than pair off for more private conversations very useful and crowded areas.
I suppose you could scan then request they change to a different channel.
i love your sense of humor... good, info, good job.
I love your deadpan sarcasm , ( and the info you provide ) carry on Brother.
Channels 8-14 are reserved by the rules for handheld radios, thus mobile and base radios do not transmit on these channels. Narrowband FM may be received on an FM receiver, albeit at a lower volume. FM may sound overmodulated on a NBFM receiver. Note that GMRS power is limited to 50W TPO (Transmitter Power Output) on 15-22 and the repeater inputs, 5W ERP (Effective Radiated Power) on 1-7 and 0.5W ERP on 8-14. So in theory you should include feedline loss and antenna gain in calculating power on 1-14. Ham rules are just as confusing with a 1500W PEP TPO limits on most bands but 100W PEP ERP on 60 meters. In practice most hams use a 100W transceiver on 60 and GMRS uses 5 watt radios on 1-7 and assume insignificant antenna gain.
Thank you so much for leaving the typical " _I am so smart I am going to show everyone by answering questions that nobody asked_ " type of comment that most normal, socially-adjusted people hate. We are all so impressed with how smart you are that I am going to leave your comment pinned to the top for everyone to see - you win the gold-star!
@@TheNotaRubicon this guy said something nerdy in a really neutral way. Is it info I'll use? No. Is it info someone asked about? No. Is it info that's kinda interesting and related to the video? Yeah. Would someone find it more interesting than I did? I'm sure. Regardless, it's a bummer to be mean to someone that said something nerdy, even if other nerds were mean to you another time.
As informative as they are entertaining! Thank you for making these!
Can't argue with the science!!!! The government so!!! Love your posts!
I use channel 15 because it's the beginning channel to use 50 watts or at least that's what i was told.
My dad directed Gilligan’s Island. Fact!
For those who think "ham" is an acronym and should be spelled "HAM," the best radio and channel is Channel 1 on a blister pack FRS/GMRS (which actually ARE acronyms btw) radio. It's indisputable; science doesn't lie.
I find those dweebs who spell ham "HAM" as annoying as the ones who end every transmission with (a usually effeminate sounding) "over".
Another great video! I appreciate the dry humor and sarcasm! Love it! Keep up the great work!
I like GMRS for regular use and 17 or 20 meters for ham radio. Hot spots work but thats just skype with no video. Im 70 and I prefer Mary Anne
I don't know how I'm going to handle all this scientific data you keep on putting out! Feel like I'm back in school, gotta go get my pen n note pad for your vidjas!
"You might have to read some words", Love it.
Your sarcasm is the best!
That's amazing - your "science" sounds an awful lot like the crap we hear coming out of DC. It must be absolutely accurate, without any misinformation, unquestionable, and requires no thought or powers of reason. Wow, I am amazed.....( if you pin this one, you didn't get the joke :) ) You called it though, there will always be some rummy that will produce a comment worthy of the "Pinned" award. Jimmy H stepped right into it in this episode.
Ammron has said that certain channels are for "preppers". As for other "platforms" (cb, frs, gmrs, etc...) as well. My mag [mutual asst. group] uses gmrs, frs & cb for our back up comms.
Randy, I am really liking your videos but I was disappointed that there was no pinned comment yet!
And yes, Marianne for the win as it is science!!
Loving these videos and and your ever present and "subtle" frustration with all those with whom you find yourself somewhat forced to interact with. The price for a public presence I suppose. Anywho... thank you for all of the great content and the laughs. Hope to run in to you out in the trail some day. Be well and stay safe.
Mercy sakes this here's the" Rubber Duck" and I love your videos 10-4.
I had a hard time following all the science in this video. Using GMRS sounds so complicated.
I am gunna get a ham radio.
That’s a ten 4 or should I be saying what’s a 10 for ?
It's not complicated at all. You key the thing and talk . And wait, and wait ...and no one will answer. I have scanned the GRMS and FRS and heard two people talking, but not to each other! Dead as a door knob...
There are millions of GMRS users that use new old stock surplus radios that are certified for Part 90. Maiinly GMRS repeaters are FCC part 90 accepted, but I have not heard the FCC cracking down for equipment other baofens not beening FCC Part 95E accepted. I use to use a Motorola MAXTRAC and HT 1000 for GMRS. Now I use Connect Systems CS 800D MOBILE and CS 700 Handheld, which are FCC Part 90 accepted. I don't care as long as I am considerate and courtious
No one is coming to inspect your radio, use whatever you want lol, responsibly
GMRS all the things! Love the videos about GMRS I recently got on the Santiago repeater and will be getting a mobile unit soon. Thanks for all the information.
Yet another....awesome presentation! Thank you!
Marine band 16 is a vhf calling channel. Boaters with marine vhf radios are required to monitor ch 16. I think 16 makes perfect sense as the go to channel for gmrs. Boaters, who favor many other outdoor activities like 4x4, might naturally choose gmrs 16 as a contact channel or emergency channel.... however, in the boating world once a contact is made, unless the discourse is brief, the users are encouraged to move to another channel to continue their chat. That's good information in 15 paragraphs or less... did I win a gmrs radio, or perhaps the pin of shame.
Love videos, as a Ham,and radio guy in general,thank you for the info and the laughs
I hooked up my new gmrs radio and set it to scan with the squelch on lowest setting and have yet to hear anyone talk. Our house is on a hill so line of sight reaches for miles. Bought a couple of HTs for my son and I to communicate while riding motorcycle but don't have the proper headsets yet. Guess we should be happy that the airwaves aren't crowded.
I legit hated your videos at first, but now I can't stop... Your flat affect kills me.
I'm a ham, and not the least mad. I have a GMRS license also... Each serves a unique purpose.
that is how you do deadpan. Bravo!!! Likeded and subscribeded
What about the Channels "LADD 01 - 154.100" "LADD 02 - 158.940" "LADD 03 - 154.325" ?
Science !!!! It's what she blinded me with. LOL So this explains why my Radioditty DB20 has that whiny little tone when I key up on those channels. Makes sense now. Thanks for the science.
Mary Anne ever day of the week and twice on Sunday!
"We are right, they are wrong. The arguments on this program can not be broken" - Andrew Wilkow as a GMRS guy probably
Being a ham for 46 years and having 9 HT’s that’s all I need one more radio…. God help me😂
Love the channel. Thanks for posting
Wonder if you have a flat tire on your rig. It is not a 4x4 anymore but a 4x3, do you use channel 12?
Can has always worked fine for my friends an I.. I have ground straps all over my Jeep and tuned my antenna and it gets 10 miles of range.
THANKS FOR THE EDUCATION ON THIS. GMRS IS NOT USED IN
CANADA AS FAR AS I
KNOW. FROM WHAT I WAS
TOLD, THERE NO GMRS
REPEATERS IN CANADA.
RECKON I WAS BORN IN
THE WRONG COUNTRY.
OOOOOOOOOH WELL!
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK,
SIR!!!! AH, COFFEE TIME!!!!!