Climbing in the mountains is as much about managing risk and communication as it is about strength and technical skill. In many cases, your phone won’t work. A good walkie-talkie (or two-way radio) can be a lifeline: for coordination between climbing partners, alerting in emergencies, coordinating when one rope team is out of sight, or […]
Heading out for a hike and want to stay connected with your group, even where cell service is a distant dream? A walkie talkie is your trusty sidekick! Unlike your smartphone, which might give up in the wilderness, walkie talkies keep you in touch on trails, in mountains, or deep in the forest. But how […]
When you’re out backpacking, staying connected is a big deal, whether you’re trekking with buddies or going solo. Walkie talkies are a solid choice for keeping in touch and staying safe on the trails. But with so many models out there, picking the right one can feel like a hassle. So, I’ve dug into the […]
Chinese-made Baofeng radios have gained widespread popularity among amateur radio enthusiasts worldwide due to their versatile features, ease of use, and affordability. Popular models include the Baofeng UV-5R, Baofeng , UV-82, and BF-88E. However, what is allowed in China is not necessarily legal elsewhere. In this article, we’ll examine whether these popular radios can be […]
PMR (Personal Mobile Radio) – is a standard for unlicensed radio communications, used in Europe, but prohibited in the United States and Canada. Depending on the country, the number of channels and terms of use may vary. PMR channels Since 2018 this communication standard includes 16 channels (before there were only 8) with a step […]
The LPD (Low Power Device) channels are dedicated for civilian communication within the UHF frequencies, as much as PMR446, another free band. LPD channels are located in the frequency range 433.075–434.775 MHz and include 69 channels with a step of 25 kHz. You can see them in the table below. Many countries allow the channels to be used without […]
Morse Code Tables For more than a century, Morse code — a technique for sending messages using a series of dots and dashes — has been a crucial part of communication. Even though there are speedier ways to communicate these days, Morse code is still useful for walkie-talkies, amateur radio, and emergency communications. Its history, […]
Radio stations became widespread during World War II when the need for fast communications over long distances increased. In those days, a stationary radio was used, but it was huge, and communications men carried such 2-way radios after their officers. Walkie-talkies also already existed, but they were far from a modern compact walkie-talkie we have […]
What is a portable device that can transmit your voice through the air, but is not a mobile phone? It seems you’ve heard something about an outdated appliance called “radio”… wait a minute! Does it still exist? Oh, yeah! It exists and it’s not going to die anytime soon! Walkie-talkies versus cell phones Two-way radios […]
A quality walkie-talkie for skiers is not a matter of prestige or luxury, but safety. After all, it allows not only to coordinate movements and communicate with friends, but also to warn of danger, and in an emergency situation to give an SOS signal to save the owner’s life. So, you should choose your walkie […]
