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Marine Radios

  • Phone and Live Chat Available This Saturday!

    Buy Two Way Radios will be open for business Saturday, December 18, 2010 from 12 Noon to 5 PM EST. If you need assistance please give us a call at 1-800-584-1445. You can also send us an e-mail, visit our forums or enter our live online chat by clicking the button below and we will be happy to assist you!

  • Last Minute Gift Ideas from Buy Two Way Radios!

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    If you're like me you are probably still doing a bit of holiday shopping. If you are searching for a fun and useful gift, a set of walkie talkies may be the perfect present. For the last few weeks we have been working with friends and customers to help them find the best radios to give to loved ones. Two way radios are always a big hit with kids of all ages! From those who are just discovering the joys of radio, to the outdoor enthusiast, to someone looking to stay in touch with a spouse or relative, a set of two way radios is truly a gift that keeps on giving.

    We discounted several items just for last minute holiday shoppers, such as our ever popular Midland GXT1000VP4 Radios With Headsets and Charger and the full featured Motorola TALKABOUT MR350R. You can browse our full list to find just what you need! In addition, we are also offering a FREE $15 earbud with most Motorola Talkabout radios! It's our way of saying thank you for shopping with Buy Two Way Radios and it's a little something extra to put in your present at no extra cost!

    This year, wrap up your shopping fast and easy. Browse our selection of new, discounted and top selling products. As always, don't hesitate to call us toll free at 1-800-584-1445, send us an e-mail or enter our live online chat if you have any questions or need a bit of help shopping for the perfect gift!

  • A Marine Radio for the Lake this Summer!

    Now that summer is here we are getting quite a few calls about marine radios. We have several models that are perfect for summer boating.

    Midland Nautico 1VP VHF Marine Radio: The Midland Nautico 1VP VHF Marine Radio is a very basic, entry-level handheld model. While we cannot recommend it for more involved boating, it is great for use on small lakes.

    Midland Nautico 3VP VHF Marine Radio: The Midland Nautico 3VP VHF Marine Radio is a slight upgrade from the 1VP model, prefect for those needing a bit more range.

    Midland Regatta 1B/W Marine Radio: The Midland Regatta 1B Marine Radio is for those that want a fixed radio instead of a handheld model. The Midland Regatta comes in black and white and is a good entry level marine radio.

    Cobra Marine MR-F80B Two Way Radio: The Cobra Marine MR-F80B Two Way Radio is a powerful, full-feature, fixed mount, marine radio. If you want a lot of range, and need a flexible communications system for your boat, the MR-F80B may be what you have been looking for!

    Icom IC-M34 VHF Marine Radio: The Icom IC-M34 VHF Marine Radio is the best handheld marine radio we carry. This is a very durable and reliable radio. The IC-M34 is also an ideal back-up or emergency radio.

    If you have any questions, give us a call 1-800-584-1445 or send an email.

  • Icom M34 Marine Radio: Now Shipping!

    A new radio just showed up here at Buy Two Way Radios, the Icom M-34 Marine Radio. This a great addition to the other marine walkie talkies we carry. The M34 is what you would expect from Icom, a tough radio that is made to last. In a marine enviroment, having a reliable radio is one of the most important items on your boat.

    The IC-M34 is a 5 watt VHF radio that is very water resistant (1m depth for up to 30 minutes). The radio has what Icom calls the AquaQuake feature. It uses a vibrating sound to help remove water from the speaker grill.

    The radio will even float, making it great for a ditch bag.

    It has a large, easy to read backlight display and large buttons so it should be easy to use on a moving boat. The IC-M34 has the ability to set a favorite channels for quick channel changes, and also has instant access to channel 16 or 9.

    The Icom M34 is light weight and compact for a marine radio. This makes it ideal for use as a backup radio, or even for use on craft that do not go far from shore. The M34 has a removable antenna so you can connect it to a larger fix mounted one as well to increase its range.

    If you have been looking for an Icom marine radio, give this one a look. Please contact us if you have any questions.

  • Midland Marine Radios: Now Shipping

    We now have some new marine radios from Midland, and since we have already gone over the reasons for having a radio for your boat, Here is a short description for each one (Contact us if you have any questions or to help find the right radio for you.):

    Midland Nautico 1: This is a nice basic marine radio that has US, Canadian, and international marine channels, NOAA weather alerts, and even has a watertight storage bag.

    Midland Nautico 3: This radio has US, Canadian, and international marine channels, NOAA weather alerts, meets JIS4 water proofing requirements, and a removable antenna

    Regatta 1B and 1W: This transceiver is able to transmit at 1 watt or 25 watts and includes all US, Canadian, and international marine channels. The Reggata 1 has 10 NOAA all hazards weather alerts, meets JIS7 specifications and is water submersible. It includes DSC digital selective calling, channel scan, emergency channel 16/9, distress button, PA function, and a GPS data connector. It can also be permanently mounted.

    The Nautico 1 makes a great backup radio, but I would prefer the Nautico 3 as my regular handheld and the one I would put in my ditch bag. The removable antenna on the Nautico 3 is another great feature, just hook up a longer antenna and you should get even more range. We do wonder a bit why the Regatta is water submersible though.

  • A Radio for my Boat, Part 3

    What kind of marine radio should I get? Let's face it, there are a lot of choices available. We hope you at least now know that just one radio may not cover every situation, but should you just have two hand held marine radios?

    For many of you, hand held marine radios are the perfect solution. You do not go far from shore, or stay out very long. You may even want a set of GMRS radios as well for shore use. However, for many of you a more powerful radio is the way to go.

    Not only can you mount one of our marine transceivers so it is easy to find, and well, not sliding all around, they also have some great features. With selectable output (1-25 watts) they give greater flexibility and range than most handheld sets. You also connect them to an external antenna which gives you a lot more range than any hand held radio can provide (dependent on the quality of the antenna of course).

    Add to this the features now available in modern VHF marine radios such as NOAA alerts, channel scan, and dual channel watch, all combined in a rugged, compact design that meets JIS7 waterproof standards. So go and give a look at our Cobra Marine MR-F55, or Cobra Marine MR-F80B radios and contact us with any questions you may have.

  • A Radio for my Boat, Part 2

    In our last post we talked about some options for boaters who enjoy small rivers and lakes, well this time it is for those that are out in the open water. We have a nice selection of marine radios here on our site, but how many radios do you need on a boat?

    Most of you think that all you need is perhaps a nice hand held VHF two way radio or fixed transceiver. Often this is all you need to basic communication, especially when you are not going far from shore.

    However, have you thought about a radio for your ditch bag? You do have a ditch bag correct? If the answer is "no" or "what is that?" you really may want to learn more about one. Essentially a ditch bag, or overboard bag, is an emergency kit you take with you in a worse case situations such as abandoning ship. It should contain some basic survival equipment and should be a waterproof bag or container. (For more information on what you should have in your ditch bag, there are a lot of online resources that can help.)

    One of the most important items you can have is a VHF hand held two way radio. Most marine radios are water resistant, but you should also have the radio in its own waterproof bag or container. Being able to send out a radio message to recue searchers in an overboard situation is lifesaving. In an emergency you may not have time to search for a radio (or you have one that is installed), much less gather all the survival gear you may need. A well prepared emergency ditch bag, that is easy to get to, should be one of the most important safety items on your boat.

  • A Radio for my Boat, Part 1

    Now that spring is here, it is time to talk about radios for your boats. Our current line of VHF Marine Radios is great for the majority of boaters, and we are planning a few articles about them right now.

    Today though, we are going to look at a slightly different segment of boaters. The ones that may not realize they could utilize two way radios, thought they had to use VHF radios only, or have special equipment.

    There are a lot of avid boaters out there with houseboats, pontoon boats, fishing boats, and personal watercraft. Most of these are used in small lakes and rivers and seldom taken far from a base camp or boat landing. Well then, why not use an FRS and GMRS radio? That way you can use them on shore at the camp site, boat landing, etc... where you cannot legally use a marine radio. Also, anyone can use an FRS radio, and family members are included in the GMRS license.

    For a houseboat, two way radios are a great addition. When family and friends want to use some of the personal watercraft you brought along, two way radios will enable them to stay in contact with the houseboat and each other. This would also be great for those on overnight campouts on shore to stay in contact with those on the boat.

    Do you like to take your fishing boat with you when you go camping? Two GMRS radios will provide extra convenience and a lot more security when you are able to communicate with others back at the camp.

    With the NOAA weather alert ability of some radios, you can also be warned of any sudden changes in the weather.

    Are you in a small marina, or a houseboat community? A repeater and a few GMRS radios may be a perfect addition. This would give you extended communication range, and provide a simple safety feature for everyone that cell phones may not provide.

    In no way should you substitute a couple of FRS or GMRS radios for a true marine radio for most uses. They do not have the range or features needed. However, for a weekend boater on a small lake, they may be a good option. A two way radio that can also be legally used on shore is an attractive addition.

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