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We used a couple Baofeng's and some Canadian Tire FRS radios on the run yesterday. Worked out well. I think I'd just recommend people buy one or the other. As long as the radios are FRS/GMRS capable. Easiest way to go really.
 
asutherland said:
You're technically not supposed to, but yes it can be done. The Baofengs also have a Narrow band setting that (hypothetically, if you were to do it) should be used.
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On the last Whipsaw run I did a couple of years ago, the logging trucks were MF'ing our small group for not having radios and calling our km markers.
I was monitoring them on my ham radio so knew where THEY were, but they were not pleased about us. It was not a comfortable situation.
Not sure the answer other than doing what you're not "technically" supposed to. I'm open to suggestions though.
 
bj70_guy said:
On the last Whipsaw run I did a couple of years ago, the logging trucks were MF'ing our small group for not having radios and calling our km markers.
I was monitoring them on my ham radio so knew where THEY were, but they were not pleased about us. It was not a comfortable situation.
Not sure the answer other than doing what you're not "technically" supposed to. I'm open to suggestions though.
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It's one of those cases of the laws for provincial/federal not really working well together. FLNRO gives permission to use the RR frequences to the general public for this reason exactly. But industry canada insists on people licensing a commercial radio (not a ham radio) for use on those frequencies. So ideally (to follow the letter of the law) you'd buy a commercial radio, license it for use with industry canada (Around $45 a year) and program the RR channels in. If you were a licensed ham you could also program whatever frequencies 144mhz-148mhz you wanted into it as well. The drawback is with the commercial radio you can't just dial in whatever frequency you want when you're out in the field. Which, as a licensed amateur radio op, is annoying and inconvenient :)

If you're being respectful and professional and calling in your KM, PERSONALLY I don't see anyone having an issue with it. But that's my opinion.
 
FYI...I have a contact who is offering me a deal on a set (I think 5 or 6) of Baofeng GT-5's if anyone (or the Club) is interested. Apparently barely used and 50cents on the dollar, but I can get more specific pricing if people (or the Club) is interested.

I personally use a GT-5 and find it quite nice. Dual scan/listen to channels option is nice.
 
Ok everyone...chime in cause here's the deal I can get us.

I NEED TO KNOW BY TOMORROW (Monday) so I can order enough. The club may purchase some but if anyone wants a personal radio then please let me know so I can buy bulk.

Caveat: My neighbor who imports these is who I am getting these through as he deals with a warehouse from Asia direct. Not always the "best" price, but he's built a relationship with them and I feel it's best to go with someone you trust. Also, he can program the radios for free for us and put the logging channels and such on there.
Also, he buys all types and tests them out to see which are good or not and he's settled on this type for all around ease of use and robustness.

1. Cost: $60 USD


2. Includes:

- Baofeng GT-3TP (TP stand for tri-power of 3/5/8 watt options.

- Extra large capacity battery (3800mah)

- Heavy duty aftermarket antenna (the one it comes with is fairly wimpy in comparison, trust me, I know).

- Accessories standard with the kit are an earpiece and 120v charging station.


3. Extra optional accessories:

- heavy duty cordura carryin case

- 12v car charger

Not sure of the cost of these at this point.


So, if you want one for yourself then PM me. I will probably bring in a few extra just because as well.

And if you want to import yourself and save a couple bucks then that's also a great option.

Although, it would be great to have as many rigs using the same radios and programmed identically so as to not cause confusion.

One last thing. If anyone is interested in a cab mounted (65 watt) unit, they're about $300.
 
For those of you who didn't get in on the buy from PeeZed, you can still order the same radio from Radioddity.com....

10 Pack 2015 Baofeng GT-3TP Transceiver + 1 Programming Cable Two-Way Radio, Accessories | Radioddity

There's a lot of "straight from China" sites selling these, I can vouch for these guys, first radio I bought from them was a dud... they had me run a few tests to prove it was toast, then I return shipped to them... they replaced immediately and even paid the return shipping! :)

Oh, also, the comment above about having the same programming on them is a great idea. I believe you can use the open source CHIRP program on any of these radios.
 
Got the radios (GT-3TP with 3800mah large capacity battery and HD antenna) today and I may have either 1 or 2 available as all the rest are spoken for already.

Landed cost with local logging traffic and FRS channels installed is $75 CAD.

Also, the car charger is included and not an additional accessory :-)

I can't guarantee that these will be available for very long as family and friends are also expressing interest, so please PM me and we can go from there.

I can always order more too.
 
Yes they offer the course here, Les Dawes is the instructor, great guy.
http://www.cvars.com/
Believe it is by donation but you would have to confirm.

Dates and Times

The next Basic Ham Radio is Sept 27, 2016 in Duncan.. The course will be five sessions held on four evenings and a Saturday during the day. To register, please contact Donna Sassaman Tel 250-661-7751, emailva7chs@gmail.com or for more information on the course, please contact Les Dawes, Tel 250-510-6305 or email va7cbn@cvars.com

Cowichan Valley Amateur Radio Society Training
 
They do the different types as far as I know. Vhf, uhf, ham. I don't know enough about it, email and ask!
 
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