VHF & GPS Handheld Radio Unboxing & Review | Standard Horizon HX890

[@joescott701]

I've been using the older 851 model since 2011. I really beat the radio up on patrol with the CG Auxiliary as well as my own boat it still works after 12 years of abuse on the original battery. I just ordered a new one, and there was little doubt about what brand I was buying.

[@mattinayak]

I love it brudda! Thanks for doing this review! I was on the fence between this one and the Cobra and this was super helpful! Keep the content coming my man! Glad that the tourney this weekend was great! Love to see it! 🔥

[@FishingWithHeath]

Glad it could help! It's still going strong. I love it.

[@Salty_004]

yep %100 correct, need to register your MMSI #. Great review!

[@FishingWithHeath]

Thanks!

[@dude999642]

The Pleasure Channel. Yes, I utilize that channel (on Dish Network) all the time, and it's my favorite channel. Every Saturday night.

[@FishingWithHeath]

Oh boy!

[@HamTechRadioScannerDrones]

Sounds like u had fun thanks for Video.

[@FishingWithHeath]

I did!

[@spinfishingtr]

I have been using for over a year. Screen easily scratches, need a screen protector. Charging dock issues. Generally not a bad transciever.

[@FishingWithHeath]

No dock issues for me as of yet. Hopefully not anytime soon!

[@thomasmartin8580]

You should have it tethered to your pfd. If you go in the water without whats the point if you can't press the emergency button.

[@FishingWithHeath]

I would say if I'm inshore - 50/50 on if it's tethered. If I'm offshore, it's always tethered to me.

[@diagorasmoustakas249]

So many people they experience a condensation on the screen ,do you experience that .I am thinking to buy this one or icom m37 .

[@FishingWithHeath]

I haven't yet on this model.

[@RINNTY]

Nice video, good advise And instructions, Thanks

[@FishingWithHeath]

Thank for watching and commenting!

[@briansupermag3918]

Can you get MMSlI number for a kayak? I am like you i kayak fish up in nj and have this vhf coming tomorrow. I hope i can get that number and set this up properly. Who do you get in touch with to get that number to register this vhf? Thx good review

[@Dazdigo]

Yes you can, they have a paddlecraft option when registering with Boat US. Just watched a video showing it.

[@FishingWithHeath]

I believe so!

[@arachnofan73]

Can you actually navigate with it?

[@FishingWithHeath]

You could. It's tedious.

[@arachnofan73]

@@FishingWithHeath guess so with no actual map.

[@dude999642]

Great video.

[@FishingWithHeath]

Thanks Dale!

[@jn-xs9ug]

Thx 4 the review! Did that battery last all day for u out there? What yak was that? Looks like had a drop in Mirage like drive. Glad ur out there having a blast with ur Bros and thx for sharing with us all!! How was that Boil?

[@FishingWithHeath]

Hey! It did last all day. I'm on a Hobie PA 12 and the boil was fire!

[@CJ-gh5wq]

Is there a fee for the distress gps?

[@FishingWithHeath]

Yes

[@maxwellmark]

@@FishingWithHeath There is a one time fee of $25 to register your number with the USCG. If you have a Boat US membership, there is no fee. You may be responsible for fees related to a rescue or boat tow but DSC is an automatic feature of the radio and there is no further charge.

[@MarkTwain-my3zt]

How much does it cost to register mmsi #?

[@FishingWithHeath]

Not sure. Check Google for that one.

[@Duxa_]

You really arent supposed to use VHF for chit chatting. Its a life saving device and is regulated. For example you arent allowed to use it on land unless communicating with a boat. Channel 16 is the monitoring channel. If you need Coast Guards thats where you call for it. I recommend everyone get aquainted with each channel's designation. There are very few channels for just talking. You cant just pick a random one and go there. Even if noone seems to be on it, the frequency could be interfering with governmnet/military. There are whole blocks that are for military use only. Also, keep in mind, because its not for chit chatting, there is no encryption. Everyone can hear everything you are saying if they are on the same channel.

[@FishingWithHeath]

We were on the pleasure channel. There are multiple pleasure channels available.

[@alexanderefron7342]

There are no "military" marine vhf channels aside from 22a coast guard. Yes you should be on a pleasure channel to chit chat, in most areas you can get away with using some of the commercial channels too just be aware of what is used for what in your area for example 05a, 10, 12, 14 are all common vessel traffic service channels and should be avoided near large ports. 13/16 are for calling ships, 67 calling mississippi river, 22a is coast guard, 70 is dsc. In large ports ships will talk with their tugboats on the 60s-70s commercial channels. A lot of the other channels are not used in most areas. This is all general info and may vary in your local area.