Moab 2016 - official thread for details, etc....: 05/14/2016 12:00 AM - 05/22/2016 12:00 AM

[BigSwede]

FRS uses different frequencies than CB, and is limited to 0.5 watt (basically a "walkie-talkie"). I have been with groups that use FRS and for yakking in a tight convoy they work okay. They are fine for transmitting 100 yards or so but cannot be relied on for more than that.

CB is limited to 4 watts and so has greater range than FRS, maybe 5 miles depending on terrain.

My local Midwest Overland group has gone to 2-meter (VHF) ham radio for greater range than CB, running 55-75 watts can reach out 15-20 miles depending on terrain, but that doesn't do you any good unless the guy on the other end has one too.

So in the end it comes down to whatever everybody can agree to use, unfortunately none are compatible with the other and it is actually illegal to make a radio that does more than one type. As a result I carry 3 kinds of radio in my Trooper

The Moab group uses CB.

[CatFish]

Kevin and I do not have CBs yet so we will be bringing FRS radios so we can at least talk to people that have radios and those that bring both.

[BigSwede]

I guess I can put some batteries in my FRS radio... but you should just get a Midland 75-822 and a magnetic antenna... "installs" in a minute (power from the cig lighter) and you can take it out later just as quick when you don't need a CB.

I was on a trail once with folks that had FRS, CB, or ham. Like to drove me nuts keeping track of which of the three radios to reply on.

[CatFish]

I guess I can put some batteries in my FRS radio... but you should just get a Midland 75-822 and a magnetic antenna... "installs" in a minute (power from the cig lighter) and you can take it out later just as quick when you don't need a CB.

I was on a trail once with folks that had FRS, CB, or ham. Like to drove me nuts keeping track of which of the three radios to reply on.

I will try and find a hand held CB, any suggestions on stores that would have them in stock, to late to order anything on line.

[tysamigo]

I guess I can put some batteries in my FRS radio... but you should just get a Midland 75-822 and a magnetic antenna... "installs" in a minute (power from the cig lighter) and you can take it out later just as quick when you don't need a CB.

I was on a trail once with folks that had FRS, CB, or ham. Like to drove me nuts keeping track of which of the three radios to reply on.

I will try and find a hand held CB, any suggestions on stores that would have them in stock, to late to order anything on line.

I ordered mine today and am having it shipped to the motel. It will likely arrive on Saturday (Monday at the latest) w/ground shipping. I am there all week so if it DID arrive on Monday, it's ok for me. You could do the same but I would select 2 or 3 day shipping.

The Midland that BigSwede suggested is:
http://www.buytwowayradios.com/produ...nd-75-822.aspx

The Cobra (comes with the antenna) that Jo suggested earlier is:
http://www.buytwowayradios.com/produ...-roadtrip.aspx

Both are affordable and either can be shipped and received in time if you ordered by tomorrow and shipped with 2-3 day shipping.

Of course I'm sure that there is somewhere in Denver or Moab where you can also buy one.

[JoFotoz]

Amazon Prime can get you a Cobra Roadtrip by thursday

Jo

[CatFish]

Amazon Prime can get you a Cobra Roadtrip by thursday

Jo

Lots of places can get them to me before Friday but the shipping is almost as much as the item, some local places have the Cobra radios so I can get them, I was hoping to get the midland 75-822 because it has more features and is slightly smaller. I will figure something out and have a radio for the trip.

[JoFotoz]

Well sure...

I was simply pointing it out/ wondering if you had Amazon Prime already as many do ...

Cause then..its a great deal...and to your door in time.


jo

[BigSwede]

Truckstops often carry some CB equipment, but who knows if they would have what you are looking for...

[CatFish]

The truck stop near Kevin's work had a HH-Roadtrip and the Sportsmans warehouse near our house also has the same one so we should be able to get them tomorrow.
Thanks for all the info I would not have known which ones to look for if you guys had not told me about them. We have the majority of the stuff done for the trip, both VXs are lifted, have working lockers and 33" tires, we both are getting much needed alignments Friday and Kevin will do his 500 mile engine break in oil change before we leave. If all goes as planned we will meet Steve, Tyler and anyone else that wants to meet and drive up with us on Saturday morning.

[BigSwede]

It's cool that the Cobra Roadtrip comes with a magnetic antenna, saves a few bucks. The Midland is a little slicker in that the antenna connects to a pigtail at the bottom rather than the top of the radio, but both will get the job done.

[VXorado]

I have the cobra handheld without the magnetic antenna that I use for comms when I'm outside of the VX (spotting, hiking ahead, etc.). I also tend to loan it out when someone doesn't have a radio on the trails. It works pretty well but definitely has trouble with longer distance signals out of the cab. I think the magnetic antenna would be super beneficial.

[CatFish]

I found one Midland 75-822 today. We need 2 CBs so we may also get the Cobra with the antenna, they have one at store near by. Only a few days to go.

[mcaramb@rocketmail.com]

Are Drones allowed in the park? Was thinking of bringing mine to shoot video of us all tearing up the trails

-Mike

[mcaramb@rocketmail.com]

Hey Folks, I've got a big family suite room booked at the Apache from Mon thru Saturday. Originally I was gonna pick up a friend in Sedona but she cancelled last minute, so now it's just me.

From what I understand it's got a kitchenette and two queen sized beds, although they are both in one room.

So... if anyone would like to cancel their reservations, be roomies, and split the cost...I'm game. I'm asking $40 a night.