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Old 05-16-2014, 03:05 PM   #18
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I am thinking about buying a portable VHF radio for the boat. Much to my surprise there are many portable models available for less than $100 bucks. Does anyone have suggestions? What is the range of the portables?
The range is limited by the antenna and the output, If you want the most reliable vhf set -up, you will buy a 25 watt radio and a antenna that is rated at a high db spec. Most handhelds can be connected to the higher db antennas at very little cost. Handhelds are wonderful for those with more than 1 boat or with pwcs.
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