[Rhodes22-list] VHF Radio - request suggestions

[jimjim02]

Thanks David,
this is very helpful information - I'll probably go with the Icom suggested
by Practical Sailor.

Have a good one - and thanks again.
Jim




David Bradley wrote:
> 
> Jim, more info...
> 
> Practical Sailor did their review in July 2005.  Here is the abstract.
>  You'll need to buy the article or dig up a back issue for more.
> 
> Best Fixed-Mount VHF: Icom M302
> With better basic audio and transceiver performance, the Icom M302
> surpasses more full-featured competitors in our test of units under
> $160. Standard Horizon's Quest is a close runner-up, and Raymarine's
> Ray 48 comes up short.
> 
> 
> The Icom 502, shown here, is the larger sibling of the M302, which
> prevailed in our tests.
> 
> VHF marine radios remain the most common and useful communication
> devices found aboard recreational boats. And for good reasons: They
> are inexpensive, have no monthly user fees, and can be used for
> routine voice traffic as well as emergency calls. Plus, with the
> advent of Digital Selective Calling (DSC) several years ago (see
> sidebar), limited digital information can now be sent via VHF. Other
> methods of communicating by voice, via cellular phone, for example,
> have become popular and do have a place on a boat—just not as the
> primary communication tool.…
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Tue, Apr 8, 2008 at 10:07 PM, David Bradley <dwbrad at gmail.com> wrote:
>> Jim, I think the ICOM units for about $300 have been highly rated. PS
>> did a review within the last year or two.  I have the West Marine 600
>> - saved a bunch of money but not thrilled with it.  In hindsight, I'd
>> say it is not the place to save a little.
>>
>> Dave
>>
>>
>>
>> On Tue, Apr 8, 2008 at 9:59 PM, jimjim02 <jamesldickson at aol.com> wrote:
>> >
>> > I have Stan updating a Rhodes 22 for me right now. Part of the plan is
>> to
>> > have a radio delivered to Stan to have him install it for me. He's
>> going to
>> > add an antenia to the mast - can anyone suggest a reasonable VHF Band
>> Radio
>> > - I was planning on getting one through West Marine.
>> >
>> > Just wanted to see what brands or radios other use and suggest.
>> > Thanks Jim
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