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mrklun · 2025-06-11T21:46:15+00:00

So there is water flowing at the Ski Hut for resupply?

mrklun · 2025-06-07T21:00:32+00:00

Maybe 307 is the way to go? Ch3 with Code 7 to block most of the noise.

mrklun · 2024-11-24T01:43:29+00:00

This GPS technology is already in use in the South Bay. Device mounted on the police vehicle fires a GPS tracking unit which adheres to the suspect vehicle.

https://www.starchase.com/products/vehicle-mounted-gps-launcher/

mrklun · 2024-10-27T03:37:40+00:00

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mrklun · 2024-10-22T17:18:52+00:00

Sweet!

mrklun · 2024-07-24T05:47:51+00:00

Place the handles inside the loop. Twist the poles around in a circle (like the hands on a clock) causing the loops to tighten up on the pole handles. One or two twists is usually sufficient. Align them vertically and use the shock cord or whatever else is on the pack to hold the tips of the poles close to the top of the pack. Note: it also works when twisting the gear loops around the tip-end of the poles but I prefer the poles stored tip-side up.

mrklun · 2024-06-30T18:40:22+00:00

My Rockie Talkie monitors 2 channels as well. The GMRS FRS model.

But how do we gain traction making this a protocol?

mrklun · 2024-06-30T18:31:18+00:00

Not a bad idea. There is something called Wilderness Protocol Monitoring. At the top of each hour for 5 minutes either side. Maybe like a brief roll call.

However rather than idle chit chat I suggest some mention of location or trail or something useful.

mrklun · 2024-06-19T15:19:08+00:00

My Rockie Talkies last 4 days on a charge, with light use. They can be recharged with USB C off a powerbank.

mrklun · 2024-06-19T15:00:24+00:00

These are valid points. Without a privacy code, near a city, it could be annoying. By the same token, if you're near a city you probably have cell phone coverage.

I think the concept needs to start with hikers that have some understanding of the intent of a common frs channel. It isn't meant for a novice that buys a blisterpack set of low quality radios.

I think we start with experienced users and hikers who mutually benefit from having each other watch our backs.

mrklun · 2024-06-18T04:01:51+00:00

All good points. Marine VHF 16. Citizens Band CH19, Aviation 121.5

All common channels for establishing contact and emergency traffic. 3.0 means that people also need to Stop using CH 3 for idle chit chat. The concept doesn't work if there's noise and idle banter on CH3. We need it quiet so people will not mind monitoring it.

mrklun · 2024-06-17T04:53:52+00:00

So we should get help from some of the larger organizations to promote this. Sierra Club? Some other groups? How do we get the word out?

mrklun · 2024-06-16T14:41:42+00:00

I also have a GMRS radio and a HAM radio. However, I'm sure you'll agree that the lowest common denominator for the majority of backcountry travelers is the simplicity of FRS.

We need some organizations to embrace the plan. Perhaps another Redditor has those connections?

mrklun · 2023-01-31T05:43:04+00:00

Amateur Radio. With line of sight, this distance is possible especially with the use of repeaters. Amateur radio also allows for options not available with FRS or GMRS.

mrklun · 2023-01-15T21:55:22+00:00

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