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[*] posted on 6-22-2009 at 08:32 PM
VHF Handheld Radio Sale


For all of you Baja fishermen/women, boaters, anyone on or near the water or if you just want to listen to ship and boat radio traffic, Overton's (overtons.com) has the Cobra MRHH 300 handheld VHF radio, regular price $79.99 on sale for $39.99.

Features include:

Illuminated display and function keys
dual watch, scan and NOAA weather channels
weather alert
instant channel 16/9
all US, Canadian and international channels
select 1 or 5 watt output
operates on AA alkaline batteries

http://www.overtons.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?r=view&a...

[Edited on 6-23-2009 by bajaguy]




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[*] posted on 6-23-2009 at 02:00 AM


Thanks for sharing , look like a nice backup VHF radio and a good deal.



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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 11:06 AM


Just placed my order......Thanks for the info...



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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 12:41 PM


I have 2 of the Midlands, but placed an order for 2 of the Cobras......and compare the two



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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 01:08 PM


The specs say that the range is five miles maximum. That makes it more of a toy than a serious marine radio. You could communicate with nearby boats within a five mile range, but it hardly takes the place of an onboard marine radio. It is not a radio for contacting onshore family, friends or emergency services if you are out further than five miles.:no:



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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 01:16 PM


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The specs say that the range is five miles maximum. That makes it more of a toy than a serious marine radio. You could communicate with nearby boats within a five mile range, but it hardly takes the place of an onboard marine radio. It is not a radio for contacting onshore family, friends or emergency services if you are out further than five miles.:no:






You can add an external antenna and some height to get more range.....I have done that with my Midland model handheld




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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 01:22 PM


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The specs say that the range is five miles maximum. That makes it more of a toy than a serious marine radio. You could communicate with nearby boats within a five mile range, but it hardly takes the place of an onboard marine radio. It is not a radio for contacting onshore family, friends or emergency services if you are out further than five miles.:no:








You can add an external antenna and some height to get more range.....I have done that with my Midland model handheld


Thanks for the information. :yes:




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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 01:28 PM


Five miles? On an average day, barring fog etc. , you're looking at 'em.
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thumbup.gif posted on 6-24-2009 at 01:39 PM


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Five miles? On an average day, barring fog etc. , you're looking at 'em.


"looking at 'em" has been my best back up. :coolup:




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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 01:52 PM


My advice on fishing on the ocean, or a lake for that matter is only go out as far as you can swim back!!!:lol:



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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 02:07 PM


Make sure this HH unit will accept an external antenna, before you buy one with the idea of going that route. Many, especially the less expensive ones, will not.



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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 03:42 PM


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My advice on fishing on the ocean, or a lake for that matter is only go out as far as you can swim back!!!:lol:


my general rule, also!




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[*] posted on 6-24-2009 at 10:19 PM


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My advice on fishing on the ocean, or a lake for that matter is only go out as far as you can swim back!!!:lol:


Whattttttttttt? You're supposed to know how to swim:?::O:lol:




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[*] posted on 6-25-2009 at 06:04 AM


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Forever? Any mention of a rain-check?
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[*] posted on 6-25-2009 at 06:19 AM


Dennis.....should have mine by my next trip. I'll be at the Salon on 7-11 if you want to check them out.



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[*] posted on 6-25-2009 at 07:16 AM


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Quote:
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My advice on fishing on the ocean, or a lake for that matter is only go out as far as you can swim back!!!:lol:


Whattttttttttt? You're supposed to know how to swim:?::O:lol:


Will usually only prolong the agony.:biggrin::biggrin:

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[*] posted on 6-25-2009 at 07:54 AM


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Dennis.....should have mine by my next trip. I'll be at the Salon on 7-11 if you want to check them out.


Yeah....Thanks Terry. What's happening at the salon on Sat. the 11th?
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[*] posted on 6-25-2009 at 08:01 AM


Time for a Perm?



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