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This inexpensive, handheld VHF radio is a great backup for a fixed unit or serves you well in a kayak, on a paddle board or when out fishing within 2 or 3 miles from the shore. Though it’s compact and easily tucked into a pocket or cargo tray, it has one of the largest screens for its class. It has what you need when in distress with a reliable build and transmission capability at a really affordable cost.
Things we like:
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Crazy affordable -
An amazingly compact device, great for narrow waterway navigation and harbors
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Good battery life
Things we don't like:
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Only 3-watt transmitting power limits range, making it good for mainly coastal activity in short range of other vessels or traffic
Specs & Features
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 4.5 x 2 inches
- Weight: 1.1 lb
- IPX7 Submersible Waterproof
- 1w/3w transmitting power
- Up to 10 hours battery life
- Channels: All USA, international & Canadian marine channels, all NOAA weather channels with alert
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Things we like:
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Crazy affordable
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An amazingly compact device, great for narrow waterway navigation and harbors
-
Good battery life
Things we don't like:
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Only 3-watt transmitting power limits range, making it good for mainly coastal activity in short range of other vessels or traffic
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