Real World Test - Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio

[@bulldogbrower6732]

We are fortunate here in the US, we can use the 5 watt version on our GMRS channels. There are probably 20 GMRS radios from the Chinese market available to us. You people in the Uk need to petition your government for a hobby band which allows 5 watts on a handi talkie, with removable antennas,50 watts on base or mobile. We here in the United States pay $35.00 for a license, however there is no test. Nice Jacket !

[@MoorlanderEDC]

We have similar licence here for 5W called a Simple Radio Licence. It costs a bit more (£75) and lasts 5 years or so. Very similar to over there with your FCC licences. I think the Ofcom Simple Licence we have goes up to 25W radio. Anything below 5W we don't need a licence (or at least from what I understand - I'm sure somebody will correct me if I'm wrong) I should have some content out soon on the Varusteleka Smock. End of Feb/beginning of March are pretty busy here for me. We have the National Outdoor Show, British Shooting Show in the UK and IWA2024 in Germany coming up. It's like a late Christmas for me 😆 All my best buddy

[@Ashton.everydaycarry]

Pretty cool radios! But honeslty i just loved coming along for the hike with such great views. If im ever in the moorlands i will definitely check these spots out!

[@MoorlanderEDC]

The Roaches are an amazing place. From here you can walk to Lud's Church, home of the King Arthur tales Green Knight, and then the Three Shires Head. Amazing place

[@mark5.11]

I have six of these radios. We use them in all our outdoor activities, hiking, hunting, skiing, camping, convoys, and in my catering business. I love them. The long battery life eliminated my “battery anxiety”. The simplicity and ease of use is valuable. I have almost all the brands of radios available in the market, including ham radios, but these Rocky Talkies are my favorite. They’re almost perfect except for one missing feature - roger beep or even a short squelch sound in the receiving end. In a noisy environment, you need something audible to let you know that the other party is done talking and you can now press the PTT. I’ve observed my crew constantly “double up” because it’s hard to determine when the transmission you’re receiving has ended or not. This is the main reason all the other radios in the market have either a “roger beep” or an audible squelch to signify the end of transmission. Police, military, and even the cheap radios have this feature. I reached out to Rocky Talkie about this. Nate replied that “the extra noise is non-essential for climbers and skiers in which these radios are designed for”. In my opinion, this “extra noise” could be the difference between life and death in an emergency situation when the two parties are doubling up and not understanding each other. It makes me re-think why I should keep these radios when I am not a rock climber or skier.

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Now you mention the extra closing beep made me realise who these differ from others I've tried. I agree with you. If you're not used to saying 'over' at the end of your transition the exit beep is key. It's a small feature I feel they could add with a long press of a button or maybe press two buttons at once (and hold for a few seconds) to turn it on or off. Hopefully they'll add it in future iterations. Hope you're well and have a great weekend adventuring 🤙

[@ClosestNearUtopia]

Good point, but. *over will do fine as well, you dont need a beep, you need clear conversation. Also, always identify yourself, call yourself in for instance with, “CLAMP FOR MOUNTAINRESCUE” where mountain rescue would response in with “mountainrescue for clamp: How can can I help you, (over/bleep)” where you keep communicating in this style with a response like, “clamp for mountain rescue: I need help since I am lost goin offpiste from piste 9 at the intersection with piste 10 towards the right, over” This way, everyone will know to call you clamp, and clamp is lost, its simple alias everyone can remeber, and quick and clear for communication, a word every barely english speaker could repeat. Other suggested names for alliases are things not needed for a search or rescue, so deffenitely not “ dog, avalanche, cat, shovel, board” Remember more then 2 people could use the same channel, having a alias is important, you can keep up to date while listening and not disturb the communication traffic, also, wait for a moment to speak, and dont interrup after someone is called out for a response, just like closing off your message the right way keep the channel clear as possible for all use, wait for the information transfer is over, and then call out for whatever you want toward whoever you want. This way you will know, “teddy is on his way and closeby”, “the airbird is send of in the sky” Always keep known rescue channels safe, and dont use them for normal communications. *Over

[@Texasprepper]

Over!

[@tthappyrock368]

I'm reseaeching walkie talkies for emergency purposes. These seem like pretty good units. It was good to see them used in a real world application and the varying levels of performance based on the factors you encountered on your hike.

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Glad to hear it helped. I was thinking of a traditional 'here are the features' type of content and it dawned on me that for something like this showing them working was key. Glad it was appreciated. There's some of the great content out there where people have really pushed that line of sight performance

[@DarkFire515]

Looks like a beautiful part of the world. Looking forwards to these radios being available in the UK!

[@donalderickson-si8ww]

of so thay will be a different version

[@willhenwood1425]

Great video, enjoyed it. Am considering the foundation radio training thanks to it. Just a quick note; the countryside code says 'leave gates and property as you find them', so you should leave a gate open if you found it open.

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Very true, thanks for the heads up. I guess I should have said 'if you've opened a gate to cross a field, make sure you close it behind you' 🖖

[@jboomadmill]

Don't forget the wallabies! Love the Roaches, great video mate.

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Haven't seen one in a while. I hope they're all good and thriving 😂

[@garyblackerby3226]

Very helpful for me. Thank you for this content.

[@farangtravels3956]

Radio communications protocol saves a lot of confusion Moorlander. Out 😂

[@MoorlanderEDC]

It took me forever to think of the daft radio names lol... too much brain needed to sat out. Over

[@Zulval0r]

Loving the call signs

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Mrs Moorlander said she was delaying speaking as she was laughing at them 🤣

[@donalderickson-si8ww]

thay are given to use by the F C C that is your phone number for your radio I am W R X N 824.

[@stewartfooter3580]

Great vid mate!

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Kobalta]

Watch out, this is illegal in Europe! Here for the "walkie talkies" the PMR446 is the standard with 446 MHz, max 500mW, fixed antenna. In the US for similar purpose different frequencies and standard are used, the FRS or the GMRS, this device belongs to this and so the US or Canada. From the PMR's wikipedia: "PMR446 radios use frequencies that in Australia, the U.S., and Canada are allocated to amateur radio operators, and military radar systems. Instead, the U.S., Canada and Mexico use the Family Radio Service (FRS) system, which provides a similar service on different frequencies, around 462 and 467 MHz. These frequencies are allocated to the emergency services in Europe, notably the fire brigade in the UK, police in Russia and commercial users in Australia. Interference with licensed radio services may result in prosecution." The Rocky Talkie mentions it (slightly) at their FAQ: Can I use my radios outside of the USA? > While your radios will definitely work outside of the US and Canada, radio regulations vary, so we always recommend looking up the local radio regulations for your destination country. Can I purchase outside of the USA? > As a small company we are working hard to expand our regions of sale, however due to radio frequency regulations we are currently unable to sell our products outside of the USA and Canada. We don't have any firm timelines to begin selling outside of those countries but please stay tuned!

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Thank you for this extra information. I agree everybody should definitely check local laws 🤙

[@exAirMover]

ML, in the thumbnail pic for this vid, are the radios on a Helikon Range Beanie by any chance? Its a Great warm hat 👍 I have used on several windy and woolie UK training areas and mountains during cold weather in the past. I'd give that beanie 10/10 👍

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Oh, no. But very similar. That's from a similar company called M-Tac. It's their Grid Fleece beanie - amzn.to/3ULS9sV I have some winter hat content planned 😂

Interesting and as another viewer wrote, here in Europe (in Belgium for sure) max for PMR-446 is 0.5 W so more is forbidden :) By the way, nice place even if ti seems terribly windy ... same like in Peak District I see (see the backpacking videos from the good fellow Paul Messner :)) I like the smock vest but it is too pricy and it is too military style for me (sad that they have no more colors) for me so I've chosen the Leo Köhler BW KSK one in black (so little more civilian and same look than the Helikon-Tex SAS that you reviewed)

[@pratchsiri7153]

Great continuous wondering 9cm just the body correct ? with the antenna total how long is it ? Thank you

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Yes, correct. If you check the Rocky Talkie sight they have the exact measurements with the antenna

[@T_rainz]

Mac forest. Where i take my dog many times. Not far from where you was. I reckon the granite at the top was a cause of interference on the frequency.

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Small world ey, you're a wee stones throw from me. I work in Macc in one of the old Mills. Makes sense with the granite

[@donalderickson-si8ww]

for me it juts another 2 mile child locater for mom at 1/2 of a watt

[@leesmi7585]

Hmm, Moorlanders handle being grey squirrel? More bald Eagle at that altitude ?? 😂

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Bald eagle to blue tit 😂

[@JamesWilliam70]

Being A licensed Ham here in the UK I use various HF./VHF/UHF radios. But when out with the missus I give her a little DPMR radio that i programmed myself as most are on the analogue PMR 446 it makes it a little more private. Yep dogs off the lead shit everywhere without the owners knowing, so it's kind of irresponsible and inconsiderate also. Cheers!

[@--RSL--]

😂😂 i bought 4 of these and never bothered w anything else, anyone who says they’re not “real radios” is a jackass. Never an issue w mine and the batteries are replaceable.

[@alnofaly11]

Yur best butifull