The SHTF Radio You Need

[@ggggg4030]

My first mistake… I bought a handheld as my first radio. There was nobody in range, at least nobody responding (I live in a crowded suburb, amidst other crowded suburbs-go figure) The first contact I made was to myself after I bought a second handheld to confirm the first one actually worked. It was disenfranchising and everything was moth-balled for over a year. But ham radio opened up to me when I bought a 50 watt mobile ftm-300. Six months later, I got on HF, all in (radio, power, antenna, coax, etc)for $1,000 in 2022. My skills are still very limited, but I know enough and know how to use my reference material while I learn. It’s a long learning curve. So, if it’s a path you think wise to pursue, don’t delay another day.

[@GruntProof]

Awesome

[@paul7754]

Funny - I just 'liked' your comment on unlicensed radio use - good info here but both agree on 'licensing'...gee - now I'm confused. 👁

[@techmarc6996]

I've tried just listening in on a basic CB all across the country, all 40 channels. And for the most part, no one is even using this communication. Due to the popularity of the modern cell phone. GET ON THE Citizen Band fellas. Talk to each other!

[@texasjoe3261]

Thank You For Sharing This Valuable Information ! I Truly Appreciate Both Of You For Taking The Time To Share Knowledge.

[@MuzzleMike]

I like to set my UV21 up with my house J-pole . It is so clean sounding for a Fang radio. That same antenna lets me get out 75 miles plus on my 25 watt radio.

[@paul7754]

Good seeing Jarrod again with Stoker! Have a pair of Baofeng AR-152s and NC Scout's book. Just starting out. Sure wish someone like you guys would do some intro to radio comms videos - basic beginner stuff. Like many things radio comms will take keeping your hands on it to get good at it.

[@murphmurph2124]

Yep there sure is a whole lot of information here to take in on ham radio

[@paul7754]

@@murphmurph2124 Radio comms in general - basics - not teaching for license. License sounds like control of already FREE airwaves. What's next - license to breath or think? wink-wink😉😉

[@recon1986]

Only radio I have is a Uv-5r with a 26" antenna and an extended battery.. I cant rely on comms because I dont have people to use them with so I use it to tap into emergency frequencies to gather intel on whats going on in my area

[@PatriotsArk]

Great opportunity to learn comm knowledge,Thanks for sharing. This was helpful

[@slapoutindixie7537]

I really enjoyed this video… it was very informative… I’ve always had a CB around … but here recently I’ve been thinking of getting a ham set up and license. Y’all’s discussion was right on Q 😉

[@Hector-vx5yc]

Hi brother stokers!! How’s Hondo? Loving SHTF video!! Nicely done 👍🏿💯❤️🇺🇸 staying stoked!!

[@jwgbmp40]

Really enjoying this channel Devil Dog. Semper Fi.

[@murphmurph2124]

Newbie here I got my technician license good video good to know this stuff thanks fellas 👍 BTW I sure recognize the map in the background I live in the valley too 5:53

[@georgebradshaw474]

Hi Bill, You obviously have some background into Amateur Radio & propagation of radio signals. Suggest that all troops get their ham license (ARRL or HamStudy or…) and get on the air legally. It’s important to do that ASAP, get familiar with usage prior to SHTF. “Stay Stocked” and “Master Your Craft” which includes com’s, while you can. AC3EA

[@meanieband]

Great content. Thanks for sharing.

[@dennisseverns4014]

Just got my General Licence renewed for another 10 years.

[@paul7754]

Well now you can talk across the FREE airwaves...

[@dennisseverns4014]

@@paul7754 ????

[@dennisseverns4014]

@@paul7754 ???

[@dennisseverns4014]

@@paul7754 And have thousands of other people to talk to if I wish to. How about you?

[@paul7754]

@@dennisseverns4014 Only wish to talk to 'free' people - we always find a way. Say 'hi' to the FCC (and every other 3 letter fed agency) for me! 👁🌎

[@grimlfd2777]

What equipment would you recommend for a portable back system with a portable antenna?

[@jasonjepsen5581]

very cool guys if you have any questions about radios let me know, I'm always willing to help

[@mikemcdonald5147]

would've liked to have seen all the radios on your desk beside you I was sad not seeing them :(

[@thebear6751]

It’s a great monitoring resource

[@W0CES]

Great Video 73

[@goombakiwi]

Yesterdays IT outage "should" be enough of an example to learn about a system that doesn't have to connect to infrastructure.

[@Swish82]

Great video guys.

[@jerrypeal653]

Tube radio general coverage receiver at a minimum . That’s what people need , and refurbish it . A solar EMP will destroy a solid state rig.

[@dus777]

tubes are better because they can handle the voltages created by standing waves on the feedline.

[@q95oldies57]

Nice looking shack!

[@stahpit1971]

New sub here. Brandon sent me.

[@boknows3841]

I think that you need to stick to what you know, mainly the Cobra 29 and channel 19 stuff.

[@cavdvr99]

Just don't buy radios... Learn them intimately, because when SHTF hits, it's too late to learn. Learn the radio and its features, program it, frequencies. antennas, digital modes and cw.

[@davidalbright7335]

Absolutely. This is where the "I don't need no stinkin license" miss the boat. The process of learning and studying to take the tech, general, or extra exams gives you a solid foundation of how all the stuff works. Study the material. Take the exams. Be a real radio operator. KO4ZIV

[@davidwright5580]

Do they still use candy store for liquor store on the cb radio

[@WhiteBreadThunder-op6in]

That’s a big ten four, good buddy. I’m 10-10 on the side. White Bread Thunder, out. Over … rodger beep

[@markhaywood7307]

what is the radio on the far right- shack in a box ?

[@garrettagainpogo4902]

Looks like maybe FT991A

[@Variable19]

Jared your setup is top notch brother

[@98xj64]

I need to practice with mine but I don't have a license yet. Sucks

[@Alienshark]

You can still practice connecting to repeaters and listening to them and learning the lingo. Study real hard for a month and u can get your license

[@98xj64]

@@Alienshark i need to look up a video on how to connect to repeaters

[@98xj64]

@@Alienshark thanks for that Bub

[@Alienshark]

@@98xj64yeah I watched several and then I finally got it. There was just some simple east things that I wasn’t doing right. But once you do it once, it’s easy. Also you can contact a local ham radio club and they will help you out

[@lovemygear9677]

Do those amps go to 11?

[@WhiteBreadThunder-op6in]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@mihailvormittag6211]

👍

[@mikeanshit158]

I live in the mountains of california. When the power goes out all radio towers are on generation. That generation wont last long when shit hits the fan. Therefor wont these radios become worthless?

[@slapoutindixie7537]

If you are talking about repeaters I’m sure lots of ham junkies will set up temporary solar repeaters to fill in the gaps.

[@dus777]

Broadcast stations tend to need thousands of watts. We send messages with less than 5 watts on ham radio, consistently. Most broadcast stations have 72 hours, a week, maybe 10 days before they need fuel. Hams often have solar charging and can run almost indefinitely during daytime and as long as batteries work, at night.

[@pyeitme508]

Wow

[@Hector-vx5yc]

Just heard in the new that there was an attempt on Trumps life?! 😮

[@remo_williams]

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