The Best Comms Setup for Overlanding: Handhelds & Hardwired Radios

I run cb & gmrs in my rig. Cb is still the king for highway travel. I have the midland GXT 1000 radios too, for hunting and fishing trips. The battery packs suck! I use rechargeable AA batteries and a charger I purchased from Amazon, they last a lot longer than the Midland battery pack.

Problem is this Midland radion does not do split tones. Most Midland radios do not do split tones and that's a huge setback if you want to connect to private repeaters, etc.

for cheap "hand out" radio, why dont you just get 4 or 5 baofeng uv5r' or uv s9? $20-$30 and you can program in whatever channels you want. I understand liking nice stuff, but for something thats going to get beat up lost or broken, a throw away radio seems like better fit. plus you have the benefit of monitoring ham channels (ie fire and EMS) and in a life or death situation you could TX out.

“CB is outdated”…..😂😂 🤣

who can you talk to on the GMRS? I keep making contact with people who use their FRS radio to talk to their friends...

Stop walking around and jerking three camera so much, be smooth

A cell phone antenna is comms related.

Still running CB in the TJ (actually just installed a new unit) however that's more because I feel like in my part of Missouri there's enough activity to warrant having the CB still I don't get as much traffic on my GMRS though that might be down to the fact that it's a handheld unit

BAD CHOICE FOR ANTENNA'S!!

Quick heads up of you want more range on your portable radio (built in one) get a longer antenna. the gost antennas have terrible transmittions levels due to their hight. the bigger the antenna the bigger the range as a rule of thumb.

Eat Wheaties!!

Could have just bought the actual magnet mic attachment instead of ruining the back.

How much was your fcc license,? just got mine for 35 for ten years

Low power antenna? I think you mean lower gain. HAM radios are far superior is so many ways, you may want to do a bit of research. They just have too much power? Said no one ever.

Can someone answer what the dash channels are? My gmr2 has channels 1-22, but there are in between channels like 15-10 and 15-25 what does that mean?

I have to apologize before this newbie asks this question? Lol so I just received my gmrs fcc license and I want to know how/when to use your call sign? I don’t actually have a radio yet but I’m guessing you call out your call sign after you push the button then continue with whatever it is your wanting ti say?? Am I even close?? Lol

I been looking to find the dimensions on the MXT275 MICROMOBILE. Can you tell me what they are?

Hey Bro! Did you like the Rugged? I'm looking to get a GMRS right now. Need some advice. haha

Which model boots are these exactly? I see 5-6 different ones on their wbesite

I use the radiodity gm30 they use the same charger as my cell and last forever

Hello, nice video, can you please tell me the brand of awning you have on your truck, want to put one on my utility trailer! Thanks in advance! Jeff

Too much blabbering at the beginning

Another viable option is FRS (Family Radio Service) or MURS (Multi-Use Radio Service) can both be used without a license. GMRS is a great way to keep in contact and does reach farther than some other options. I personally am a ham radio operator (amateur radio operator). I personally would say if your already a ham, go ahead and use ham radio for your adventures there are a plethora of simplex channels you could use while off-roading. If you don’t, it’s like you said it’s kind of overkill unless you want to get your amateur radio operator license. Good luck with all your adventures! de KI5QPV

Which mount are you using for the tablet? Because I saw your setup video and is different than this one. Thanks.

I May have missed it but was is the range on these ?

Newbie here, are you able to connect the midland radios to the rugged

Try the Radioddity GM-30, Retevis RT-76P or Baofeng UV-9G as full power 4-5 watt, removable antenna GMRS radios. The each sell for $39.00-$45.00.

Have you noticed any interference with the magnet mic holder? I'm just wondering what the long term effects would be on the electronics

What hood mount is that?

Hey brother, what has been your opinion of the Rugged Radios GMR2 handhelds? Battery life, clarity, etc compared to the Midland GXT’s you were using. Thanks!

I’ve used a 115 to talk to a 100 both using stock antenna, 20 miles apart. I was parked on top of a parking ramp, but still.

Where did you tap in to power for the gmrs in the glove box

Love the Pornstash!

Are you sure this guy's is not a ham guy five minutes and he still talking about nothing

My apprehension about getting a GMRS radio is the limited range in emergencies.

What cell booster is that!

Love this channel and content! Thanks brotha!! Keep it up man!

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When are we gonna get an update video on that new addition to the front bumper?

Is there a certain GMRS channel you run while on the trail? Does everyone just scan all the freqs and wait for others to talk so they can lock on? I am guessing you don't hit any repeaters from the sticks.

One question, how did you stick your patches

will you be going to the mountain west overlanding expo??

Great vid Grant. Love how all you kit is so well organised and clean. Look forward to your Colorado video.

woah mustache looking extra these days

I agree, I feel GMRS is the way to go. And the licensing is extremely simple. Pay a fee, get your call sign and it covers your entire immediate family for 10 years. I have an MXT275 and the same handhelds. I've been kicking the idea of getting Wouxon KG1000G as an upgrade for the vehicle though. OB28709 WRMK219

Great Video, We switched over to all GMRS but I only have the handheld, up till now. Also, love how even the PewPew matches the rig!!!

great video. very helpful. I have been hanging on to my old CB all these years, but it may be time to add a GMRS radio. I'll keep the CB though, if for no other reason than the PA option, which I've had lots of fun with.

Run same 275, handhelds and Weeboost Drive Reach