I have a submersible ICOM handheld as a back-up for my Simrad fixed base unit.
I take it on whatever boat I fish/travel on, because its small in size, lightweight and powerful, and i never know when I might require it?
I can get very good reception 6-7nm from a shore based station and about the same from other boats who may be out beyond me.
The battery is superb and holds its charge seemingly forever.
When in use I just loop the hand sling over the centre-rigger holder on my tee-top, there its out of the way from the action and 'catches' any calls withing its range.
Mick B
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Date Joined: 20/08/06
Icom Handheld
I have a submersible ICOM handheld as a back-up for my Simrad fixed base unit.
I take it on whatever boat I fish/travel on, because its small in size, lightweight and powerful, and i never know when I might require it?
I can get very good reception 6-7nm from a shore based station and about the same from other boats who may be out beyond me.
The battery is superb and holds its charge seemingly forever.
When in use I just loop the hand sling over the centre-rigger holder on my tee-top, there its out of the way from the action and 'catches' any calls withing its range.