Hey all,
I'm interested in getting my Tech Certification and getting into HAM Radio, I like the idea of talking to others in the area (as well as the world) and having a backup comm. option if needed. I've found some links and references and have started reading up. What I haven't really found is a recommended list of radios for new HAM's. I'm definitely going to get my Tech Certification and may or may not go for the General Class License.
What would you guys recommend? I'd like something portable that is fairly durable and will be able to work in both the Technician level and General bands. Preset memory options would be nice as well as FM/AM/police band but that's not a requirement.
What do you guys recommend? I'd say keep it under $150 but if it's worth it I will buy it.
Thanks,
FG12351
I'm interested in getting my Tech Certification and getting into HAM Radio, I like the idea of talking to others in the area (as well as the world) and having a backup comm. option if needed. I've found some links and references and have started reading up. What I haven't really found is a recommended list of radios for new HAM's. I'm definitely going to get my Tech Certification and may or may not go for the General Class License.
What would you guys recommend? I'd like something portable that is fairly durable and will be able to work in both the Technician level and General bands. Preset memory options would be nice as well as FM/AM/police band but that's not a requirement.
What do you guys recommend? I'd say keep it under $150 but if it's worth it I will buy it.
Thanks,
FG12351