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Location: Kodiak, AK | I've got a Lowrance LVR-850 (I think that's the model). I got it for free, and I like it alot. I like that it's wired to mate up with my Lowrance on the console and will accomdate the....aw crap.....I can't remember what it's called....it's the thing where your radio has the individual ID number and you can be identified and located via that number. Not many small boats utilize it, and I can't say I do much either, but it is hooked up and should I ever need it, it's there.
As far as hand held, I have an iCom M-72. Which is a 6w radio, which is the most legally powerful hand held. It doesn't float, but I've got it on a leash tethered to my life jacket should I be in the water. They both work great.
But any name brand radio will do you well. iCom, Uniden, Raymarine, Cobra, will all do fine. You get what you pay for. Don't be afraid to spend a bit, because you'll be glad you did. Think about it....you're likely talking on it because you "need" something, and not for chit chat conversation. |
