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 Best method to communicate with shore in case of emergency
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09/18/07 06:18 PM
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IWannaCatchFIsh
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You people on the coast. I'd like to take my boat out 15-30 miles offshore. Worried about emergencies. My cell phone worked 7 miles out (in bay) last trip to POC. However I'd like to have a backup and be able to send a emergency message if I"M out farther. What's the solution, SSB, CB, GRMS???
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Re: Best method to communicate with shore in case of emergency
[Re: IWannaCatchFIsh]
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09/18/07 06:25 PM
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Allen Ehlers
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Re: Best method to communicate with shore in case of emergency
[Re: Allen Ehlers]
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09/21/07 05:01 PM
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RBarnett95
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VHF Radio.. Seatow and coast guard montior it all the time..
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Re: Best method to communicate with shore in case of emergency
[Re: RBarnett95]
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09/28/07 06:02 PM
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Mudshark
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Keep an undersized fish, that alwasy seems to draw attention from the GW..I am sure he would tow you back in.
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Re: Best method to communicate with shore in case of emergency
[Re: Mudshark]
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09/29/07 11:58 AM
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91cajun
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Re: Best method to communicate with shore in case of emergency
[Re: Mudshark]
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09/29/07 10:59 PM
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rvrrat14
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Keep an undersized fish, that alwasy seems to draw attention from the GW..I am sure he would tow you back in. Now that's funny right there!!!!!
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Re: Best method to communicate with shore in case of emergency
[Re: rvrrat14]
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10/02/07 12:12 PM
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PvilleAngler
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Marine radio. Do not rely on CB or cell phones. They both have a limited range of around 5 miles. Don't get a handheld (around $100), you need a unit with a bigger antenna for range. There is a Cobra with a 36 inch antenna for $120 (a great buy). http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores...mp;cmid=PP_P0_2PS- Have a professional install it. Mounting the antenna is critical, you cannot just bolt it anywhere.
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