High Power SHTF Walkie-Talkie - HYS 25 Watt UHF Radio - The Ultimate Survival Radio - UHF, GMRS, HAM

[@TheNotaRubicon]

- You can get a set of the two HYS 25-Watt Walkie Talkies here: amzn.to/3HonFE0 ---- Link to the programming cable i use: www.buytwowayradios.com/wouxun-pco-001.html?cmid=amsreGRvTmttM0k9&afid=MTc0SmRGN2tRQW89&ats=U1JhSVo3MnlyNzA9 ---- You can download the software to program the radio here: www.amazon.com/clouddrive/share/oZpDhaIxiRyq0zan8TOd9NLFBPZ1udskJ7GBe5iukjz

[@danfurlong]

will the cable work with Windows 11?

[@german69692007]

@@danfurlong yes

[@thetravi1348]

No one told me how addictive this hobby is. I started in radio 6 months ago, licensed for 2 months now, and I started with a lowly UV-5R and Randy informing me about GMRS. Flash forward to today and I have 27 different handhelds, a 25w mobile in my girls car, a 50v2 in my car, a 50v2 as a base station, a spectrum analyzer, swr meter, a ton of antennas I don’t need, and all the accessories. I’ve been ordering a radio every week, Sunday my retevis RB-17P arrives. I’m so bad that I spend my time at night studying RF, Cold War numbers stations, GMRS, and even ham. I joined my local amateur radio club after getting ahold of them on their repeater (wouldn’t recommend just got lucky). I think my girlfriend is right and I may need therapy. Thanks Randy!

[@austinthornley1272]

I feel it too

[@kpaulsen01]

Most impressive that you have a girlfriend!!

[@joeheat5414]

I can afford to do all of the above...I know exactly what you are saying. I was going to buy a bigger house and shop and just start hoarding all new equipment and hire someone to set it all up. See if I could fill the shop up with cool stuff. Get a few different antennas. Or i could just keep studying and never catch to the experts.

[@NickWindham]

I hear you. I graduated from cheap handhelds to more expensive ones. This week I ordered 50w mobile systems and bigger antennas to increase my FARS.

[@stephenszabo2361]

How do you like the RB-17P?

[@DjangoFreeman866]

PLEASE don't allow this to distract you from the fact that "In 1972, a crack commando unit was sent to prison by a military court for a crime they didn't commit. These men promptly escaped from a maximum security stockade to the Los Angeles underground. Today, still wanted by the government they survive as soldiers of fortune. If you have a problem, if no one else can help, and if you can find them... maybe you can hire The A-Team."

[@apartasecurity5806]

This Channel should GO HUGE! This guy is hilarious and informative at the same time! He OBVIOUSLY knows his stuff. I was able to laugh AND learn. Keep up the GREAT work!

[@Dirtydigger]

I just ran across this guy tonight yeah he is out there and the same odd sense of humor I have some people just don’t understand .

[@TomRolfson]

He doesn't know it yet, but I'm going to offer him a syndication contract. (My buddy who syndicated Oprah did pretty well, if Randy and I can swing a fraction of that, we'll give away GMRS radios to make HAMS get another license.)

[@OhighoGrows]

​@@TomRolfson I'll take a GMRS radio 😉

[@hooks4638]

The first time or two I watched his videos I found him annoying, especially the "affiliate link below" thing. I missed out on the humor because I let it bother me so. However, could tell he knew his stuff so I kept on watching him. It was the 3rd video exactly that I became a fan. He really is f-ing hilarious and definitely an original.

[@tomcurran8470]

Did you see the one where he had Admiral Rachel Levine on the screen in the background? He watched too much Monty Python.

[@huf67]

I used to come to this channel for radio knowledge, now I just come for the comedic overlay

[@locotico71]

He is funny. Love the videos

[@mwood7910]

These radios are beasts. I programmed the first 9 channels for gmrs 15-22 and one repeater channel. Mine transmits full 25 watts at the pre programmed channels 10-12 on high and approximately 23 watts on the remaining 4 channels on high. On gmrs channels mine transmit at approximately 20 watts on high, 10 watts on medium and 5 watts on low. Very heavy duty, and work well with a cheap baofeng external mics.

[@csailor7632]

What are the channels 10-12 frequencies? And what are the frequencies for the 4 remaining channels? I'm interested in purchasing these radios but I haven't found a list of the pre-programmed channels so that is why I'm asking. Thx

[@mwood7910]

@@csailor7632 channels 10-12 were preset to 401.995, 402.995, and 403.995 all with 88.5 tone. Channels 13-16 are preset to Random frequencies from 421-425 mhz. The original first 9 channels were from 428-435 mhz with 100 or 88.5 tones which I didn’t test wattage on.

[@richardbunker9433]

was it easy to do this?

[@kaharinash830]

I am new to this vast landscape of radios for SHTF commo, does the radio put out 25 watts out of box based on the channels you change it to, or is it something you need to program after the fact? I was planning on talking to my friend 20 miles away but didn't pick up a programming cable for it yet and I'm wondering if I should get one first. Sorry if I sound slow lol

[@MSDeiter1]

Where can I get the free sofware to do the programming ?

[@markcaldwell778]

The self brick feature is pretty useful. If you're using them on building sites etc and don't want workmen wondering off with your radios.

[@jimf1964]

Yeah, I was thinking of any events where people helping out are handed radios.

[@jimmymay3370]

@@jimf1964 we’ve used “borrowed” radios for special events (concerts and other festivals) that I believe used this feature for just that.

[@LutherKin]

Built a dog house

[@__GALLANT__]

"wandering"

[@marktheaardvark7208]

I’m buying this radio just for the wwwhhhiiiiiip antenna

[@TonyFromChicago_]

The self destruct, when I was in the Army their was a feature like that on our handhelds, in case a genius lost it or forgot to turn it in. Extra layer of security. 12 hour security shift, that radio was only good for 12.5 or 13 hours.

[@cadreops6067]

Beat me to it, yes comsec is a thing. 👍👍

[@keyoflife24]

I would also add for rental purposes. Some companies rent their radios out, and to prevent theft, and use beyond the rental period......you can lock them out.

[@innercityprepper]

You never fail to make me laugh. Delivery is so funny! I am actually thinking about a set of these.

[@mikestone9129]

This radio reminds me of the old Motorola Police radios. 25 watts is awesome, gotta get me a set. And as always, well done Randy. You are the "Man" when it comes to GMRS.

[@haroldbell213]

I got Motorola scanner. But I can do longer pickup police channels It was a killer good great scanner Now it.just collects dust.

[@321southtube]

Radio looks interesting. As usual, you present yourself well and get your point across. The information and opinions you give out is valuable. The production, editing and sound are good. Lastly....you crack me up and I enjoy every video. Thanks so much.

[@wendiig0]

HORY SHET!!! 25 Watts in my hand? Now I know how Peter North feels.

[@banzaiib]

I shouldn't get that joke... but i do.

[@huf67]

@@banzaiib ... Same here 😏

[@gadsdenconsulting7126]

Lol

[@sockeatinggolden8316]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@4sl648]

The antenna description made me think of a Tony Duncan joke, but the nurse just came in.

[@anthonymorelli67]

First video of yours that I have watched and hope to see more,I'm researching radio's and trying to figure out what somebody who knows nothing about radio's and the FCC, Prepping and survival,enjoy the way you teach us newbs the world needs more people like you.

[@Chris_KS5KY]

Wondering if an external speaker mic, that all the chics dig, would overcome the low audio issue. Another great video.

[@ScottMitchell2]

It comes with 25 less beatings 😂😂😭 You're killing me! 🤣

[@grigorirasputin5020]

I thought that was awesome, too!

[@jamesbryan3253]

Chinglish,lol

[@RobertGhost]

I love a bargain!

[@bryanstaten5585]

So much penetration!

[@TheEquestriancolt]

I WAS SOLD on THAT

[@ecleveland1]

The "Brick" feature is to help prevent internal theft. If the employees know that it won't work after 24 hours unless it is reset at the business they don't steal them and take them to a pawn shop.

[@Big88Country]

Well, when your camp is overrun by the enemy camp, you don't want them to get a radio and listen in on your private transmissions! So setting the self destruct is a must! Love the condescending tone! New subscriber, and that's a great shirt too! I find that my cup is empty all the time these days! :)

[@jonathanstein6056]

I’m brand new - I know Jack about radios. I came across your channel and BOY, do you make this stuff fun (and funny)! I think I might take the time to learn more about this stuff! Thanks!

[@michaelt.3805]

Great review as always, Randy. Thank you for your time.

[@bigbillkeeys]

I listen/watch your channels with a sense of humour and tongue in cheek because a lot of what you say about hams is true. Now I'm a G7 UK ham licenced now for 50yrs and the old boy network was and is still prevalent in the world of ham radio. You hit the nail on the head and with what you are saying - remember not all hams are like this - there are some of us that just want to explore the hobby and have fun - and having fun is what we're doing watching you on KZbin - keep it up. 73's and farewell

[@MargateFL33063]

That radio looks great! Better than most business band radios. Reminds me of the legendary Motorola P200.

[@noimnotarobotcanubeleiveit7024]

lease is a great idea. it lets you hand them out for event management and have a better chance of getting them back. also you can protect your settings

[@mrradio2187]

"Getting it in" and "Getting it off" Very satisfying description!

[@Chris-ro8ft]

“Penetration….. Walls, Trees, Skulls…” LMAO 🤣 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@djapache1]

Thanks! The price for fcc license for gmrs has gone down already. I just got mine for $35.00 just to let you know. And let others know. I'm waiting to receive my HYS 25 WATT RADIOS IN 4 DAYS. THANK YOU FROM APACHE

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Thank YOU!

[@KT4RAM]

Just looking at the front of the HYS 25W Handheld radio, it already has a solid 5 Bar Signal Strength even before you add the battery and antenna. Way cool! 😎 Actually it appears to be a fairly decent value especially if you get not one but two folded suggestion manuals! 👍 Thanks for the review of another decent SHTF radio(s)

[@VicGreenBitcoin]

Great! I love a high power radio! I have a office 35 meters away and PMR i can hear sometimes a small static, I hope this set will cure all statics.

[@DP69264]

Not sure about that radio, but in the military we have the "self-destruct" feature for a situation of possible capture so the encryption and all data can be cleared fast. Prevents the mean guys from having access to our comms. Always love the vids.

[@noimnotarobotcanubeleiveit7024]

er... you are the baddies. didnt anyone tell you?

[@johnmclain250]

@@noimnotarobotcanubeleiveit7024 How do you know? He never said WHICH military he's in. :P

[@AlAl-wu7mp]

I had high hopes with this walkie Talkie. I got a pair from Amazon. I am in the Low country of S.C. no mountains or large buildings but alot of trees. I wanted to go 12 miles as the crow flies. I was able to go about 4 miles I did radio checks along the way. I wanted it in case the power went out during a hurricane, and I needed to get in touch with my handicap son. My experience anyway. You have a great KZbin channel!

[@johnmclain250]

And that was on the high powered channels? As this video suggests 4 miles was for the low/med powered channels.

[@ke8mattj]

A HT with a fan and self-bricking function? I'm sold! No enemy of mine in teotwawki will use my HT against me!

[@forrestwilber9423]

This guy does a great job at what he is doing.

[@TribbleBot]

"We're gonna test that" ProjectFarm would be proud.

[@ZeroDayJames]

sheeeeesh!! The price of these things went up to $210.00 for the pair. Famous Randy over here combined with inflation kicking my ass. I'm trying to get some HTs to hand out to family/friends for SHTF to communicate with my base station. These are a little pricey now but seem to be the best choice I've come across other than mobile setups. Thanks for another helpful video

[@LynnDixon]

I like it. It would be damn perfect if it was water resistant / proof. But, thats probably because it needed the active cooling of the fan. Would be a great SHTF radio for sure.

[@eventhisidistaken]

...if you are sheltering at home it could still be useful to broadcast a message to others with less powerful radios. They could still hear you, even if you couldn't hear them.

[@jorgeanaya7669]

They make special waterproof bags specifically for radios like these. Put your radio in the bag and put it in your radio pouch.

[@revgen11]

Randy is correct about attaching and detaching the batteries. It's much harder than it should be. To pry the battery off the radio, I use a butter knife while laying the radio flat on a table.

[@mr.viewer6988]

Your videos are very helpful and informative for us radio geeks/nerds!🤓

[@jmr]

Lease time is an attractive option for operational security when you use encryption. Not so much on a radio without encryption. Since I didn't hear you mention encryption I'd bet that got tossed in for marketing purposes. Amp hours is deceiving when you don't take voltage into account. This battery has three times the energy of a 4000ah battery in your cell phone. Watt hours is a better comparison. There's a general rule for radio. Only use as much power as you need. Do that and you should get pretty good talk time.

[@ephjaymusic]

The roger beep is comprised of the notes D, F# and B - which is a B minor chord. Just in case anyone was wondering.😊 Thanks for the video Randy!

[@tomstulc9143]

Well know but how did you come up with intonation. Did you run it by your tuner. Or do you have perfect pitch.

[@ephjaymusic]

@@tomstulc9143 I have good relative pitch. I knew it was a minor chord in first inversion and so I hit the note A on the piano next to me. Then I corrected afterwards to a B.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Good reason for a self Destruct ON a radio would be if you constantly use it Outside in remote Locations that if you drop it or Loose it That when somebody Picks it up they can't use it Similar to Cell phones now you can set if your pass code or password is put in wrong 3 times You can setup the phone to Wipe all the data so your information isn't Stolen. Hope the information helps Randy 10:50 @NotaRubicon Productions

[@Archer-bf4uv]

Thanks for the review, just ordered 2. Price is now $209 + taxes. Buying for emergency situations.

[@PrometheusDigital]

I bought their camo version of the same radio for $169 today plus they'll sell you spare batteries if you request them.

[@boatingman11]

How did I miss this? My wife and I are torn. This is a great video, but now I have to buy two new radios. I'm overjoyed but she's doing her best wet hen impression.

[@donaldoc]

Thank You , for the, "manly" review, of this radio, Sensei Randy...👌

[@eurothrasher2823]

"24 hr self destruct" requiring re-programming is very useful when/if enemy ends up with your coms....helps in prevention of their disrupting / disabling your coms. Good for recon unit / scout.

[@sonofnone116]

I could see the self destruct being useful for a rental company. Once your rental agreement is up, if it kaputs, you're more likely to get the radio back. Also, since it is a business radio, i could see it being useful for keeping control of the radios. If you're only supposed to have a radio for a few hours, say to hand out to contractors working onsite, then you could get them to shut up at the end of their shift. If it no worky, they have to bring it back, so it doesn't go missing from the tool room all the time (not that anyone ever permanently borrows stuff from company stock)

[@teamdougherty]

The self destruct feature is handy for places that rent radios. Go to a rental place rent a couple of jeeps or SXS they may offer a radio rental as well.

[@bobbycook8641]

The lease is probably for when these are used by employees. If lost or stolen they become unusable after the lease isn’t renewed.

[@televisionarchivestudios1130]

Yes, that makes sense

[@tomdangerfield8734]

Hello Mr. Notarubicon. Sir, I just viewed this video and have watched several others from you, and man I just love the way you do these informative videos! I am now a real fan! Thank you for all you do and keep it up Sir!! Faithfully following, Tommy Dangerfield

[@ToolFoolz]

Self destruct makes a ton of sense for leaning out radios at events or to somebody who is not a permanent employee. This motivates the return of the radio as well. Just my "expert" ideas...

[@travelsouthafrica5048]

renting or loaning

[@Texas1FlyBoy]

The "lease time" might also be useful if the radio is to be used only during an event. The "self destruct" would enforce that they are not used outside of the established time limits.

[@lancedooley7558]

I sure hope Wouxun can make one too but with a keypad. I'd throw whatever money they want. Great vid.

[@RexR256]

You had me at 20% less Beatings!

[@Matt-fi1sz]

I love watching your videos. I am new to GMRS and your videos have been helpful. Thank you.

[@tjjohnson4848]

Seems better to have the power and not need it, than to need it and not have it. If the feds want to restrict it, then it's probably something you should have. I appreciate the excellent review; live long and prosper!

[@Barracuda48082]

Back to this hys handi..25 watt at 20+ miles, from your back yard up on mount olympus (haha) to your pal down in the low valley..so line of sight was not an issue..you were utilizing the inluded 15" sma female or male whip. Point here is if an adaptor was used, connecting to the proper band antenna mounted up at roofline down in the calley valley, will the distance be comparable to the actual test? 🤔 Apr 14 Mod the condensor mic element . My uv6r reaquired a element right out of box, 9 cold solder joints on the k jacks, speaker function. Spacing between jacks was less than the speaker mic male pins therefore breaking the solder connections of pc board, but was repairable..so now the uv 6r sets on the shelf collecting dust since a battery is very pia to find. Btw, it does do both the ham 2m, 70 cm AND our fav jeepster, trucker, biker and prepper band..gmrs . 👍👌😊

[@Factory400]

You can also use it to make popcorn in a pinch.

[@D.Eldon_]

Few SMA antennas for handheld radios are made for this much power (many are only 5W and better ones, like the Nagoya NA-771, are still only 10W). So I'm surprised HYS used an SMA antenna connector for this radio. I'd prefer a BNC connector and HYS makes BNC antennas for handhelds that handle more power. So I'd recommend that users, who buy this radio and plan to use a different antenna, get a Female SMA-to-Female BNC adapter with a good mounting collar for strength. If you want to switch to a GMRS-tuned antenna, HYS makes a nice 1/2-wave 15.3-inch BNC whip which is tuned to 462-467 MHz that is rated for 20W that would probably be sufficient in light of the power measurements you are getting. I adapted all of my 10W TIDRadio TD-H8 and 10W Baofeng AR-152 radios to BNC and use HYS 20W BNC antennas with them.

[@brianmiller1098]

You are definitely the most amicable person I've seen on KZbin

[@leroydrayton1910]

Just wanted to give an update I went to RT systems that I am operator told me about and download the software for the radio it goes above and beyond it's $30 but worth the money and Mr. Rubicon I wanna thank you you put a great video

[@KamauNwabudike]

"Ingress", "penetration", "tight", "hard to get in". Why do I feel like leaving money on the table and smoking a cigarette? 😂😂😂

[@404-Error-Not-Found]

I'lL hAVE YOU KNoW That I gOt my HaM lIcenSE yeSTeRdAy AnD nOw i'm saD

[@sartainja]

You are no longer an outlaw! 🤬

[@michaelwalsh3474]

😂

[@dandetande288]

😂😂😂

[@juliomercedes6729]

😢😢

[@EndoliteM4trix]

Hahahaha

[@seanschaffer9484]

I'm subscribing just for the snark and innuendo. Most radio channels are dry and not entertaining at all. I found this review to be very moist and entertaining. Excellent work!

[@13andsim]

@ 1:49 the second "penetration" gesture was unexpected and made it FUNNY AF (imo hahaha). Awesome breadth of practical radio information. One of the few radio Go-To channels and i like the humor :).

[@arcanoflowz]

As a military veteran/security guy I could only imagine self destruct would be helpful in the event you were held up for an access key, or something like that and needed some sort of duress switch to prevent the enemy from contacting anyone on your team possibly. I guess if you had to be super sneaky and couldn’t announce that you’re in trouble out loud maybe that would be the only way

[@pantherpaw9]

FCC limits the power for hand held radios to 5 watts for safety reasons; however, as a HAM myself I happen to know “someone” who has two 8 watt hand helds and loves them. 😅 The safety concerns are real if you’re using them continuously and for long periods of time. I seriously doubt short transmissions, like those encountered in a SHTF situation (calling for help, etc.) would be dangerous. It is also highly likely that the radio isn’t actually radiating the full 25 watts (marketing 😊)

[@VernonWallace]

Would a handheld external mike correct the problem you had with build in mike?

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Yes!

[@dr.lexwinter8604]

NotARubicon single handedly tripled the price of this handset. Sick of paying the round eye price, never do that, wait until it goes back down.

[@nyquil762]

Brother, your videos are the best. Thank you

[@leroydrayton1910]

I ordered one of these radios. It's a great radio don't get me wrong. I download the software, but at this point according to the pamphlet, it's Simplex only and I have been trying to connect to my repeater. With no luck, and I've even been in touch with the factory they claim this particular model, same one you have will connect with a repeater and so far I've had no luck however, I did order the software and cable in case what timeline is add a day I will give you an update and let you know

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Unless they have changed it, this radio can connect to repeaters but you have to program the repeater on a channel using the cable and software.

[@harley2236]

​what handmic do you recommend to compensate for the low gain issue?

[@TarrinLupo]

I am very new to using a GMRS radio and am a noob. Without the machine you hooked up to read the wattage how would I figure out which low settings to use. Could you list a few of the frequencies that would be full power so I could just use those ones. TY, btw you are my new favorite channel, so funny.

[@cedarhamilton]

Yes, I love his sarcastic sense of humor. I am not sure what I like most, good information or good humor. I like his videos. Now for a self appointed KZbin 'expert' to attempt to answer your question: This radio demonstrated is not a GMRS radio. GMRS radios are specially certified and marketed as GMRS radios. The radio he demonstrated is actually a commercial band radio. While these radios can be programmed to listen to GMRS radios, they are not intended for or allowed by the FCC to talk on GMRS frequencies. Also, GMRS and commercial licenses are two different things. Some radios that can use GMRS frequencies are restricted for listening only. If you want to talk on GMRS, get a GMRS license and radio. If you want to skip the licensing, get an FRS or CB radio. Using a commercial radio on GMRS can be complicated, requiring special programming and having legal issues. I hope that answers your questions. This guy has tons of great videos, with new ones coming out all the time. Happy watching.

[@jaybarr3307]

On most all radios each channel can be programmed with either high or low power. Hence, the channels using high power will be the ones you decide on.

[@TarrinLupo]

@@cedarhamilton Thanks for all the info. I have been studying and learning a great deal from his old videos. I actually ordered these and am hoping to get my GMRS as soon as the price drops to $35. It was still $70 a few days ago.

[@TarrinLupo]

@@jaybarr3307 Thanks for the simple answer, ty.

[@patricklonski]

@@TarrinLupo I used the Notarubicon instructions for the license and received my number is under 24 hours. Sadly still paid the $70.00

[@dennisbarton7373]

Me like-um critique! My brother was a ham ..... over 60 years ago, which gives me absolutely NO expertise in this area. That being said, I do realize that 25 Watts is a damn site more X-mit Power than your garden variety CB. Therefore, I will endeavor to purchase one pair of the afore mentioned HYS 25 Watt Walkie Talkies for use in an 'emergency" situation! I are now a subscriber ..... Moochas Grass-e-ass!

[@anyaivanova]

My favorite channel! I also know nothing about radios :)

[@HomegrownHeretic]

This is the first video of yours that I've watched instantly Subbed... That's fkn funny

[@banzaiib]

I don't understand why 5 watts is the biggest, dedicated GMRS handheld offered. Seems like there's a market there for one that puts out 10 or more

[@1D10CRACY]

The sad hams are pretty confident anything above 5 watts can be dangerous to your health. ;)

[@wmhoward2249]

GETTING THE FCC TO TYPE ACCP THE UNIT FOR MANUFACTUR IS THE PROBLEM, INPORTED RADIOS THAT ARE NOT TYPE ACCPT, ARE BLOCKED BY CUSTOMS

[@pantherpaw9]

There’s the concern about whether RF causes any problems to your brain, I’m supposing those might be the types of studies you mentioned that you couldn’t find any evidence of this. But the other issue is that it is possible to be physically burned by excessive exposure. So I wouldn’t disregard the concerns entirely, but better to proceed cautiously and use your good judgement and just don’t talk so long. Great Video! Great Price! Also, just because it seems to have the 25 watts on the carrier, doesn’t mean you have to use it all the time. This radio would probably make the 30 mile trip to the repeater on medium or even low. Always use the lowest power possible and most importantly Have Fun!!!! 🤩

[@nubwagon3758]

Why does every video of yours seem it's about 2 seconds away from being a porno? Never change.

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Probably because porno is all I can porno about think.

[@Sam2sham]

I always like Randy's videos, but my only complaint is that he makes me want to spend money on the products he reviews. Nice Radio.

[@charlesemge3824]

Love your reviews - Fantastic! Thanks!

[@CriticalThinker-42]

Measured TX power would be within the accuracy range of the Handheld and the meter used. Good Vid!

[@TheKapampanganExperience]

That shirt reminds me of my buddy’s shirt that said, for rent by the hour , lol

[@vincentlabossiere1422]

Your info is administered with generous amounts of sugar(humor) Great job!

[@HardcoreFourSix]

THe best? feature is the big battery...run it at 5w for a LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONG time

[@presidentelectjerryodom3889]

I'm more addicted to his presentation skills

[@ryantoomey611]

I am curious if the antenna will hold up in the long term. Most handheld antennas are only designed to handle a maximum of 10 watts otherwise the loading coil can burn up. Also, the low mic audio could just simply be because the radio is set to narrowband FM by default and you talking on a wideband channel, which will cause your deviation to be too low.

[@souljuh4539]

Funny ✅ Informative ✅ Subscribed ✅ Very nicely done. I just started looking into handhelds. Thank you sir!!👍🏾

[@UptownCats]

I appreciate how you demystify context with relation to Radio communications. As a complete beginner, I find your videos helpful. Direct and simple is also my preference. I was considering buying the Wouxun KG-935G which I understood was your favorite radio. Then I discovered this video. Would you recommend the HYS 25 above the KG935G? GMRS License? Please share your thoughts. Many thanks.

[@TheNotaRubicon]

I recommend the radio that best fits your specific needs and preferences.

[@UptownCats]

@@TheNotaRubicon Thank you for your prompt response. They both appear to be evenly appropriate for my application. They both appear to be good quality product ...so the question is which one offers an advantage, or an edge, over the other? This is all very new to me. Of all the videos I've seen, yours are the most helpful and with the preferred simplicity of clarity. BTW. I looked on the FCC webpage and found nothing with relation to license pertaining to this type of radio. If It is not a major imposition, would you be able to link me to the topic on that website? At your convenience, of course. With Many Thanks.

[@LastTrump7]

@@TheNotaRubicon67 year retiree who hasn’t been in the CB a world since 1979. Want to get back into it but everything has changed so much and I forgot what I did know. I want to be able to talk out of my local area. I don’t want to go through the process of ham radio licensing. I’m on a SS low fixed income so like to keep the budget low as possible. Would prefer a base station or mobile with power pack. I had a Cobra SSB with a Starduster antenna back then. Farthest I talked was Newfoundland. I don’t understand all the talk of 10, 11 ..etc meters or am/fm. Prefer radio and antenna for $200 under. Is that possible. Don’t want to rule out Ham combo but don’t want the licensing. As you can tell by this question I don’t know much and forgot what I did know.

[@stevebutler8387]

Great video. Today, all my family cellphones went down across 3 different systems. I need 5 of these to leave in our vehicles for this type emergency. Could i purchase 5 of these and keep all on same station, could we converse if cells go diwn? Thank you for any advice.

[@wjf213]

Can you charge the battery or operate the radio from the 12v cigarette lighter in your vehicle or just the wall charger? Keep up the great work.

[@TheKapampanganExperience]

Radiation ☢️ is a bad thing my dr. Said my stomach is so big due to my 5r radiation ☢️

[@mikewilsher1005]

Interesting radio - Thanks for another great review. So the "electronic lease", If the radio is encrypted, which you did not mention that it was (or was not) so this may not apply, then a "lease" could protect your encrypted comms should the radio be lost or fall into the "wrong hands". I can't thing of any other good reason for the "lease".

[@wmhoward2249]

I WISH THEY MADE A VHF UNIT, BUT I DON'T SEE ONE LISTED

[@fritzkabeano1969]

That other manufacturer he mentioned used to make a VHF version.

[@inthso362]

I paid $25 for a front row seat to this comedy show, and it was funny, but he's kinda a one trick pony. Does he ever do any subjects but radios? Great video, your humor is obviously better than mine. I'm learning a lot, getting licensed next week.

[@truestpain]

There is a LEIXEN version of this with a digital screen and i think it holds about 500 memory channels. Same amount of watts, still think its UHF i believe. Would you be willing to do a review/educated background of the radio with the consideration if its worth having producing 25watts? I have read in a few areas its good for a really bad SHTF scenario (probably) but to use regularly might be dangerous? Is that an accurate assessment? Keep these videos coming!

[@BrekMartin]

Why a prepped would be interested in UHF radios baffles me.

[@GreekoNico]

I agree a review of the Leixen or HYS UV-25D (display version of this radio) would be awesome

[@Lopan2k]

Your contempt is palatable and makes me laugh. Just subscribed and look forward to learning this new hobby.

[@HardcoreFourSix]

LEIXEN UV-25D Strong Power 20W 136-174&400-480MHz Radio Portable Walkie Talkie Anyone try this one??

[@davidaix5771]

Yeah it puts out 20 to 25w no joke I have one

[@jimdemetri8168]

I got two recently. Great radios. Forget about 5 watts absolutely useless in city's for simplex. I got 10 miles easy in built up city

[@eyrie08]

By far, the most entertaining nerdspeak I’ve heard in quite some time. But, I have a question. Would a second set of two (2) radios TX and RX connected to the first pair?

[@TheNotaRubicon]

If they come with the same RX/TX codes, then yes. I assume they all come with the same codes, but i dont know this for a fact. If they dont, you can reprogram them with the software and cable.. But, they probably do.

[@derekneu6524]

I ordered two sets a while ago. They got here yesterday, and I can confirm that all 4 are very talkative buddies.

[@alouettedemer5366]

I assume Conrad was driving on a straight road for 25 miles, thus making it a line-of-sight distance measurement? Thank you for this video, I didn't know about this radio, so I'll buy a couple. Amazon has them for $209.99 now, still a great bargain.

[@franklinanderson7618]

25% less beatings... Lol!

[@ernestrichardson40]

Hello Randy, Just to bad that it isn't-Repeater capable gmrs ht But my kg905g Comes in TODAY!

[@michiganmikeupnorth]

Many fars ...that good😀

[@TheSparrowLooksUp]

That self-destruct feature was obviously included because the designer saw Die Hard and thought Hans Gruber could have done a better job at op-sec.

[@sondrayork6317]

25 watts for a walkie talkie? I'm a licensed ham and have been for over 19 years, 25 watts is usually seen in small base or mobile stations, plus at certain frequencies, you can actually get burned by that much power. if this video is true, i can see my using it as a small simplex repeater lol. using an outdoor antenna of course, never the stock duck lol.

[@TheNotaRubicon]

OMG, WoW!!! OVER 19 years? LICENSED?! We are all very impressed! Are you allowed to write prescriptions?

[@ronlandy221]

😂🤣😭

[@derekneu6524]

Would this be one of the elusive "sad hams"?

[@ezchargeful]

Anyone who can talk about battery holders and the weather on the drive home to 10 different people every day. Your no expert to me. Great video nar

[@rod462]

OOOH BOY !! Ya'll Must B a newby on tha Chan'l.. NEVER mention ya'll ar a ham.. You WILL git redikuill'd. Whut a rednek. Git dignyfyed liik me