Comms - all around best option?

[youonlywish]

So, here's the scenario...


On a hike, want some secondary communications systems with the 'outside world'. Two-way is preferable.

Or, stuck in a snowstorm on the highway - an accident up the road or similar.

How well would a handheld CB radio / weather radio perform in this situation?

I don't even begin to have time to take a HAM course... looking at this as a secondary option.

[Wilson]

HAM is your only serious option for radio communications.

For emergencies, I'd look into getting a Spot sat messenger and/or a GPS phone.

[Scratch]

At least out here, some people do use CBs, but they are not near as prevalent as they once were.

I would recommend a good HAM, as in an emergency, SAT phone or SPOT messenger may not be a viable option.

[slushee]

What's a spot messenger? How much do they cost? I've been looking for across-city comms that can be kept in a bag or purse as well but nothing seems to be able to fit the bill.

[Wilson]

Spot Messenger isn't something you use to communicate with people casually. It's for GPS tracking and emergency beacon use.

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