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Discussion in 'Mid West' started by ajmogen, Apr 6, 2021.

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  1. Apr 12, 2021 at 3:47 PM
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    I took mine on a Sunday afternoon and was told that it would be issued mid week, but got an email with my callsign Monday afternoon.
     
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  2. Apr 13, 2021 at 3:57 PM
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    Recieved my email today

    I must be special took mine on Saturday and recieved it today 3 1/2 days
    now for the radio:spending:
     
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  3. Apr 16, 2021 at 7:41 PM
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  4. Apr 16, 2021 at 7:56 PM
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    I was watching that while eating lunch today. Still haven’t bought any comms myself besides an inReach Explorer+.
     
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  5. Apr 16, 2021 at 7:59 PM
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    I have one of those. It’s seen a lot of use over the time I’ve had it. All my big trips I run the tracking.
     
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  6. Apr 16, 2021 at 8:08 PM
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    I’ve only used it on one trip so far. I use Gaia for route planning and making tracks, but then also load the .gpx onto the inReach for redundancy. When I’m going in unfamiliar places I’ll usually track with the inReach too so I can get back to where I started if need be.
     
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  7. Apr 21, 2021 at 6:25 PM
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    Not a lot happens on GMRS. It's ridiculously quiet for the most part.

    There's a movement in some of the FB groups to designate Ch 18 on GMRS as an unofficial "overlanding channel". Someone is even making stickers.

    Minnesota uses Ch 16 (4×4).
     
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  8. Apr 21, 2021 at 6:38 PM
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    Ch. 16 makes sense to me lol I wonder where the push for 18 came from?
     
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  9. Apr 22, 2021 at 12:40 AM
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    I have stickers coming for 16 and 18,

    18 is just what one group was using and it’s spread to a few other groups. Either way it’s easy to switch up and down. I monitor 18 or scan.
     
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  10. Apr 23, 2021 at 9:24 AM
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    Add me to the CB users group. Running an old uniden unit. I actually got the guts to do a permanent install, even though it’s not and I mostly plan to use it for trips. Plenty of leg room for passenger as well. I used a mag mount antenna which worked well on the southern TWAT RUN. but planning for a firestick mounted on the roof rail like @Thatbassguy has.

    Got a buddy hassling me to take the ham test, so something like that might be in my future.

    I also like the GMRS option purely for the range.


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  11. May 22, 2021 at 6:29 PM
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    I just traded my truck in last night and left my cb mounted in it. A sexy new CB is on its way!
    Just need to get a tailgate mount , 25’ of wire and a 3’ Firestick! (Maybe 4’)

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  12. May 22, 2021 at 7:08 PM
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    Debating Rhino rack antenna mount on prinsu vs. welding a mount onto my front hoops. Opinions welcome rr43196_13_1000.jpg
     
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  13. May 22, 2021 at 7:53 PM
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    I’m not a expert! Lol

    I like the roof rack mount idea.
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    The old cranky bastard at the Pine Cone truck stop said to mount the antenna on the front bumper for the best reception.

    Once I get all my stuff together maybe James can do a tune on my CB or roll out to the Madison area.
     
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  14. May 23, 2021 at 9:07 AM
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    That settles it, Roof mount ordered.
    I figure the higher the antenna, the better reception.
     
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  15. May 23, 2021 at 9:12 AM
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    I think @Atrox1529 has a mount on his roof rack.
    GMRS I think.



    Since my New Cb is on the way…….
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    Anyone have a Midland 75-822 with a auxiliary mic?
    I’m looking at buying
    Midland AVPH10 Shoulder Speaker Mic With Swivel Clip
    https://www.walcottradio.com/midland-avph10-speaker-mic-p-3399.html

    My plan is to use the cigarette plug and just disconnect antenna (roof top magnetic/rear mount Firestick) and leave in the armrest when not in use. I thought the aux mic would be a good idea with it hooked to a antenna and plugged in the power port at the same time.
    Any help would be great
     
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    I hadn't though of using an aux mic. I usually have the radio in the left cup holder or my lap on group rides. The radio has a belt clip on the back so you could try clipping that to your shirt, but it may be a touch cumbersome.
     
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  17. May 23, 2021 at 1:44 PM
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    I was thinking with my manual either a remote mic or headset version.
     
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  18. May 23, 2021 at 4:03 PM
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    from the price it looks like your not getting the one Amazon.com: Midland Radio 75-822 Portable Mobile CB Radio, Large LCD Display, Keypad Lock, Plug and Play, Rugged Construction, Up To 40 Channels: Sports & Outdoors
    This two-in-one CB radio is portable and lightweight, and can be converted to a mobile radio
     
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  19. May 23, 2021 at 4:34 PM
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    Same one I ordered
    Just a different vendor with a lower price!
    $90 Midland 75-822 40 Channel CB-Way Radio
    https://www.amazon.com/Midland-75-822-Channel-CB-Way-Radio/dp/B00000K2YR

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    found the boom mic
    Midland® – 22540 CB Radio Headset Speaker with Boom Microphone – Over Ear Headset with Adjustable Band – Switchable PTT/VOX Function
    https://www.amazon.com/Midland-22540-Headset-Speaker-Microphone/dp/B00004U8JS
     
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