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Bob and Susan
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people don't use cb's...they used to
there's no more travel trailers and motorhomes like there used to be either...
once the "older generation" is too old to travel...those will be gone
all i'm saying is the world is changing...faster than you think
i'll bet a kid doesn't even know what a "radio" is...(no coaxing)
no one has a "radio" in their house
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bajabuddha
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Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan  | people don't use cb's...they used to
there's no more travel trailers and motorhomes like there used to be either...
once the "older generation" is too old to travel...those will be gone
all i'm saying is the world is changing...faster than you think
i'll bet a kid doesn't even know what a "radio" is...(no coaxing)
no one has a "radio" in their house |
At San Lucas Cove most everyone had cellphones, but we had a VHF net that EVERYONE used. You could chat back and forth with several people at the
same time that you can't do on a cellphone, and it was fun to listen in on the 'boat chatter' of those out yellerin'. Also used for public
announcements for the community. Do that on your smartphone.
"there's no more travel trailers and motorhomes like there used to be either... once the "older generation" is too old to travel...those will be gone"
is flat BS, bob. I know you want to be the next "Mulegé Authority", but not only are you off-base, you're OFF TOPIC.
This thread was about a VHF net in Concpcion, that's why the OP made an additional thread, which pretty much got answered exept for the channel
number.
Nomania strikes again.
I don't have a BUCKET LIST, but I do have a F***- IT LIST a mile long!
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gnukid
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Bob, VHF is a tool to monitor Baja marine/coastal group network, social, safety, fishing, racing and we encourage everyone to carry one that is
waterproof and floats too. In the case of emergency it can save a life and in daily use it can save you money and time. VHF is an extremely popular
tool for BCS boaters and ranchers too. Please do not make the mistake of discouraging VHF use. VHF 22 La Paz at 7am for news and 8am for "the net".
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Bob and Susan
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you are right...
I always have one on the boat when it launches
its required
but for land use its "old fashin'd"
as for "chat'n" with several people on a cell phone...certainly you can do that...you better "learn" your phone
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bajabuddha
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| Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan | you are right...
I always have one on the boat when it launches
its required
but for land use its "old fashin'd"
as for "chat'n" with several people on a cell phone...certainly you can do that...you better "learn" your phone
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You too should stick to what you know....... everything.
I don't have a BUCKET LIST, but I do have a F***- IT LIST a mile long!
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bajabuddha
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bump
I don't have a BUCKET LIST, but I do have a F***- IT LIST a mile long!
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David K
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If he is over on the peninsula (his stated objective) he will have a pretty clear shot of the entire west side of the bay beach areas and Mulegé.
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SFandH
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Where is it?
Will it be working soon?
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chippy
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Another reason vhf isn`t going away is after the initial investment of a couple hundred dollars its FREE.
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chuckie
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Pretty hard to text 4-500 people that you have some gas tanks for sale...Truckers still have CBs and use them. I have 2 radios in my home...Local
farm news and events are not covered on network TV...
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shari
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Mood: there is no reality except the one contained within us "Herman Hesse"
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when we camp in the Mulege area, we always tune into that net. They announce the channel on channel 16 just before 9 in the morning and I think it was
channel 21 or 22. It is a wonderful net with lots of participation with an excellent weather forecast.
While most fishermen and folk have cell phones now, they are limited in coverage as mentioned, they are often out of battery and the service
falters..which is why many still have and use VHF radios especially in emergency situations like hurricanes, boat accidents etc. You may think it is
outdated technology, but they save lives and are an excellent backup to the cell phone service.
If you are getting rid of your radios, we will take them off your hands as our Proteccion Civil volunteers always need more radios.
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Bob,
From your point of land, where is this new cell tower located on the compass?
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SFandH
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Good point!
You can't broadcast with a cell phone, thank goodness.
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| Quote: Originally posted by chippy | | Another reason vhf isn`t going away is after the initial investment of a couple hundred dollars its FREE. |
Dittos ...
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