TJ Fest 2021 - Moab (April 24 – May 1, 2021)
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I don't see a reason to cancel, I'm sure other rigs will be there that have either HAM or CB as well.
If I've left anything important out of the "trip requirements", please let me know:
https://tj-fest.com/event/trip-requirements/
I think that's the basics though.
https://tj-fest.com/event/trip-requirements/
I think that's the basics though.
No, just grab a set of these, they'll do GMRS:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DB7TSY5/?tag=wranglerorg-20
Or any similar GMRS capable handheld. Cheap, easy, and with the way things are going, you should switch to GMRS anyways. From all I read, that is really where things are going. HAM is good but not everyone is going to study and take a test, but CB is archaic.
I think some HAMS feel the GMRS crowd are the "lazy kids" in the class. For me, it's a good stepping stone. I'm trying my best to get past the 20th century, lol!
I think the problem you will always have with HAM is that the hardcore guys will use it for sure, but most people aren't going to want to be bothered with studying for a test, then having to go somewhere and take the test.
I'm not saying it's difficult or anything, I'm just saying that there is a convenience factor, and if a good GMRS radio can get you even 15 miles of range with obstructions and hills, that is more than the average Jeep owner would ever need.
For the HAM guys, the MARS mod looks like the solution.
My goal for this year is to get as many people as I can off of CB.
I'm not saying it's difficult or anything, I'm just saying that there is a convenience factor, and if a good GMRS radio can get you even 15 miles of range with obstructions and hills, that is more than the average Jeep owner would ever need.
For the HAM guys, the MARS mod looks like the solution.
My goal for this year is to get as many people as I can off of CB.
To add to what @Chris said, some of us are so deep into our builds we haven't had time to get our HAM license. It's always been my intent to get HAM for my TJ but I'm cutting it so close to getting my TJ done that I now might be coming out in my LJ instead. I just don't have the time outside of work and family to focus on getting my HAM license, instead I'm spending every spare moment I have on trying to get my TJ ready instead.
Are those all UHF channels for GMRS?
CBs have been around a long time and a lot of Jeeps in Moab and other places still have them.
Yes. I may have been using the channel 16 frequency on my ham last weekend to talk to the "lazy kid" a few posts up.
I wouldn't consider myself hardcore, but I did take 50 or so practice tests on a ham study app before taking the test.
Due to COVID, the test for a HAM license can be done online. - Silver lining of the new world order?
I won’t get rid of my CB, I’ve never had an issue using it in the trails. Until now. It’s what everyone I know uses.
I wasn't going to be the one to stir the pot, but since you mention it, cb is far from dead in the few spots I have wheeled
Waiting for it to arrive, but I ordered this antenna:
https://midlandusa.com/product/micromobile-mxta26-6db-gain-whip-antenna/
this radio:
https://midlandusa.com/product/mxt400-micromobile-2-way-radio/
this cable:
https://midlandusa.com/product/micromobile-mxta24-low-profile-antenna-cable/
and an external speaker:
https://midlandusa.com/product/21-406/
Use code "MOBILE10" for 10% off.
Where do you plan to mount the antenna? That’s my dilemma, I don’t need antennas everywhere.
I'm going to have to fab up a bracket to replace the one on my MORryde hinges and make it big enough to fit two antennas. That's what I am thinking at least.
I dumped my hard-mounted unit and bought a handheld. The funny thing is I think I'm getting the same performance out of it.
I have the same handheld CB you have, and it has almost the same range as my Cobra. I plan to keep the handheld for those that prefer to stay in the 20th century. We don't want them to be lonely on the trail, lol!
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