Not sure if promoting the use of Channel 16 as a GMRS chatter channel is a particulary great idea. In Marine radio it is the worldwide distress channel: Yes GMRS is a different service, but this smells like a bad habit to adopt when there are other options.

@TheNotaRubicon

3 жыл бұрын

I guess if when you are on your boat and using a marine radio you get confused and think you are off-road, using a GMRS radio, this could be a problem. I know that happens to me all the time because of how similar being on a boat is to being in a 4WD vehicle..

@buzz25

3 жыл бұрын

Marine channel 16 is also the calling/hailing channel. So I don’t see much difference there. You make a contact on 16 and then you take you conversation to another channel.

@jamesh1707

3 жыл бұрын

@@buzz25 The difference is that 16 is actively monitored by the US Coast Guard and it is an offence to misue the channel.

@andrewyoung-n8ary

3 жыл бұрын

I wish I could like NotARubicon’s response to this more than once.

@randomweirdo2701

3 жыл бұрын

So what about CB channel 16?

Love the dry humor, despite being a HAM. Keep em comin!

@mikebussy3334

3 жыл бұрын

But are you a sad ham? That is the question.

@68LP13

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikebussy3334 clearly he is not a sad ham, he is a happy ham due to liking and wanting more ;)

Mary Ann all the way!

@boscou2

3 жыл бұрын

Yep !

@ITILII

3 жыл бұрын

No not Mary Ann, or Ginger......Mary Ann AND Ginger ftw baby !

@78tag

2 жыл бұрын

@@ITILII I like your style but I think your response would probably get put in the "didn't understand the question" category. :)

I shaved with the sarcasm in this video. It's razor sharp.

@stephaniecurlee6936

3 жыл бұрын

Omg too funny

I love the sarcasm. People are so emotionally charged to their radio religion (cult). I use which ever platform that I need to get the job done. It's about communication and not which religion you subscribe to.

@thewatcher5271

2 жыл бұрын

Well Said & There Are At Least As Many Radio Snobs As There Are Gun Snobs Out There. As Long As You're Being Civil & Not Disrespectful, What Difference Does It Make?

I’ve been 4x4’n wrong this whole time!! We used channel 4; but it’s 4 TIMES 4 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️ Thank you for educating me on this scientific evidence! You are very funny and I’m learning a thing (or 4)🤣❤️🐞

@beaker2000

2 жыл бұрын

16 is 4 times better than channel 4, it was so obvious...

@bobbybarnes1652

Жыл бұрын

Mo Power! 4x Mo Better!

I don't recall Randy being this funny in person...you've found your stage brother lol

I just subscribed. Got my GMRS license. Now I’m studying for my ametuer radio license

I went from finding your content incredibly cringy, rolling my eyes whenever I saw one of your videos, to laughing my ass off and seeking them out. Well done. Well done. -A formerly sad ham.

Growing up with a CB, channel 19 was always the local group chat channel.

I greatly appreciate your GMRS series. I am now licensed and will be using GMRS on our trip this weekend. Keep up the great videos!

Love your dry wit and sarcasm. Been watching all your radio vids and I hope you keep getting questions so you get keep doing more of them. Your channel has inspired me to learn more about gmrs, obtain my gmrs license, and I have an 805G on order. Will be looking into a mobile gmrs unit for my wife's Forester (already have a ham rig set up in my vehicle) and, hopefully, getting the fam to try it out. And yes, I'm a ham but do slam away as most hams deserve it. There are several gmrs repeaters in my area and I have received permission to use all of them. I must say, however, that I hear almost zero activity on them. Seems gmrs is more "purposed" to "deliberate" conversation between known parties. My perception is that nobody uses it just to say hi to others and get to know other hobbiests. Maybe you can do a video on that aspect and I can get a few more yuks from your channel?

@chrisrogers8733

Жыл бұрын

I have found a new enjoyment just to watch for his “Sarcasm “. 😂🤣😂. No really, I learn so much about all this GMRS stuff as I am new to this radio stuff.

I only watch your videos because of your infectious smile and constant laughter.

Randy, I really enjoy your videos, not only are you informative, but your science and your witticism is second to none, lol.

Just found this channel. I just got my gmrs radios. This was a great production !!!

The wit you inject into the subject is awesome

“You might have to read some words, but it’s there.” Truer words never spoken. Thanks for the video from a HAM trying his best not to be a dickhead.

@albynospyder4120

3 жыл бұрын

And thats where he lost some people. Lol 😆

You are like a strong magnet. I'm drawn to the wit and wisdom of your channel. 🧲

I learn something every time you post, I added #16 ....I'm not a licensed ham yet ...I'm just getting into all this. Thank you 😊

Great video... I was looking for one of those Wouxun GMRS radios and couldn’t find them. Everyone was sold out. So I picked up a KG UV9D Plus... already had a non plus version... they make really good radios, I like the quality. Heck, I am sitting on my couch now and hitting the repeater and taking to people all across the country.

Knowing that I am your favorite viewer, and being somewhat of a suck-up, I just want to thank you for all your videos! I am new to all this and your videos are very helpful!

My favorite KZreadr! Cheers from Denver CO!

GMRS all the things! Love the videos about GMRS I recently got on the Santiago repeater and will be getting a mobile unit soon. Thanks for all the information.

The 4x4 is the best explanation ever. Just started learning about GMRS Thanks

Yet another....awesome presentation! Thank you!

Thanks for enlightening me. Great Video.

Makes complete sense! Thank you good sir for your infinite wisdom and knowledge.

@78tag

2 жыл бұрын

Don't forget the "science".

i love your sense of humor... good, info, good job.

The best radio you can ever get is the one you decide on buying for yourself. People always have opinion but I have found over the years people that have opinion are awful generous with someone else's money. Your videos are always spot on man.

That was definitely scientific. Got my gmrs license last week, got a pair of gmrs radios on the way. Your videos are great! Gmrs is much easier than trying to have my wife get a ham license.

Nice my families radios are set to 16 , don’t remember how I landed on 16 as our family emergency channel , but nice to have a back up on that. I remember when there were CB clubs, yeah I’m that old

Love the channel. Thanks for posting

Well,, you can’t argue with science! Informational and entertaining! Thanks Randy!

Man you are killing it with the radio reviews… keep’m coming.

I totally enjoyed this video. Keep making them! 😀👍

Love videos, as a Ham,and radio guy in general,thank you for the info and the laughs

Funny and very informative for GMRS beginners like me. Thanks!

Another great video! I appreciate the dry humor and sarcasm! Love it! Keep up the great work!

As informative as they are entertaining! Thank you for making these!

Great post, your nailing it !

I have a comment... I appreciate the information! Thanks, got my GMRS station license just like you described I would!

I love your deadpan sarcasm , ( and the info you provide ) carry on Brother.

Loving these videos and and your ever present and "subtle" frustration with all those with whom you find yourself somewhat forced to interact with. The price for a public presence I suppose. Anywho... thank you for all of the great content and the laughs. Hope to run in to you out in the trail some day. Be well and stay safe.

Another great video. I love your humor.

I missed the polls! Great video by the way. I use all three types. Had my dads CB he had in his truck from the 70s, so put it up and use it once in a while. Have HAM radios too and probably work that more often and now GMRS. I don’t know anyone local that has GMRS so it’s pretty dead really. It’s fun to have all three. I mostly got GMRS as my family doesn’t need to get a HAM license.

@xtianocubano

2 жыл бұрын

Same here! I have both, ham and gmrs licenses, i bought gmras radios for all the family, we have gmrs repeater near but hardly you can hear someone there. At least it give me the peace of mind if something happens we have another way to communicate.

4x4 is16. I am having flashbacks to elementary school😂 Thanks for breaking all this down, I appreciate the videos and the help.

Your videos are helping plan a Neighborhood Radio Watch. Thanks for everything. Retevis vs. Wouxon? After watching your reviews, that's my next venture as you seem equal on both.

The music is perfect for the dry humor!

@78tag

2 жыл бұрын

It is as it should be - I didn't even notice it.

I hope I see you out on the trail. You're a funny dude. Great videos

Another great video Randy!

uv-5r for the win, that is all. hope you have a blessed day. really enjoy the vids

make so much sense. no wonder i was off-road on my 2x2 and talking in GMRS ch4 transmitting on 4 watts

that is how you do deadpan. Bravo!!! Likeded and subscribeded

I really am enjoying your videos and have used your links to make purchases, you're welcome. Besides being informative I enjoy the humor. I even cringe a little bit when you stroke your favorite radio. But besides that you do a great job creating and editing the videos. Very well done indeed! Are you as much fun sitting around the camp fire after a hard day of 4-wheeling? I'd like to see that too :-)

Dry wit appreciated, as with all your videos. Keep on Jeep'n ...

You crack me up. Love the channel !

My new favorite KZread channel! Funny, informative, and you're not even Canadian. Or are you?

i like that you've refined your awesome radio character over the years

@TheNotaRubicon

Ай бұрын

all i did was stop taking my medications

BTECH GMRS-V1 GMRS Just bought the btech gmrs v-1 off one of your videos Thank using for offroading

Thank you!!!

Thanks, good stuff

I learned a lot on the channel wattage thanks

Great humor and the infor si why I subscribe to your channel.

Just Outstanding! Keep up the good work. Mary Ann for the win!!!!!

Like your videos thank you Brother

You are funny...and informative!

Another important factor is the frequency or channel the antenna is tuned to that would be the sweet spot to get max bang.

I don't know how I'm going to handle all this scientific data you keep on putting out! Feel like I'm back in school, gotta go get my pen n note pad for your vidjas!

I want a gmrs license and radio but dont really understands it still so I keep seen your vids to learn more

Thank you!

Thank You. I just set 462.575 (channel 16) on my GMRS-V1 ,,,,, Lock it in ! WRKK201 OUT !

Your sarcasm is the best!

I followed your advice about having the rodger beep on. Turns out it was actually keeping a lot of people from responding. 😂 Thanks for the sarcasm. 😂

@TheNotaRubicon

Жыл бұрын

In all seriousness, if someone refuses to talk to you because your RogerBeep is on, you probably don't want to talk to them.

Hilarious explanation 👍🏼

His deadpan look and presentation is hilarious 😂. Very informative without all the narcissism from the Sad Ham crowd. They are still fussing about the " no code" technician.

You are hilarious. Subscribing.

Great info👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

First video from this guy I've seen. 30 seconds in: Is this guy an idiot? 40 seconds in: This guy is hilarious. I get it, and I'm subscribing :)

It would be nice if there was still a recognized calling frequency or Channel where people can connect than pair off for more private conversations very useful and crowded areas.

@lukeflanders8953

6 ай бұрын

I suppose you could scan then request they change to a different channel.

Great stuff here!👍👍😎🇺🇸 16 it is then!👍👍😎🇺🇸 The science is definitely on your side.

You are hilarious. Thank you.

I dig pretty much all radios, but am leaning towards cb (as a backup) and gmrs for day to day use.

Your ready for Prime Time... Brilliant 🧐

I love your style

BRILLIANT !

For chatter between vehicles in a trail convoy, the case could be made to use the low power (5 watts max) simplex channels 1-7. This would keep the high power (up to 50 watts) channels 15-22 free for longer distance simplex or repeater use.

@dereklea1183

3 жыл бұрын

I agree and want to add that using higher power, in close proximity to others, could damage the radios. Depending on the quality of the radio(s), the RF can damage the receive circuitry.

@grigorirasputin5020

2 жыл бұрын

I guess it depends on how long the convoy is and how far apart segments of the convoy might become separated from the rest of the convoy.

@spacecoyote6646

2 жыл бұрын

@@dereklea1183 no

Ammron has said that certain channels are for "preppers". As for other "platforms" (cb, frs, gmrs, etc...) as well. My mag [mutual asst. group] uses gmrs, frs & cb for our back up comms.

Randy; your off the cuff comments are second to None!!!! Please keep them coming…..

I have a BS degree in engineering, that my friend is a degree in BS! 😂 I do like your thought pattern behind your “science” and agree with it. Although it may be the same science used behind the scenes for COVID-19.

@sferg9582

3 жыл бұрын

Oooooo. that's harsh.

@Rubie_the_Black_Widow_Subie

3 жыл бұрын

@@sferg9582 but no less true.

Randy, I am really liking your videos but I was disappointed that there was no pinned comment yet! And yes, Marianne for the win as it is science!!

Can't argue with the science!!!! The government so!!! Love your posts!

Quite briliant to listen to you when you turn off your dryness of humor.....still your sense of humor is just amazing

Your absolute lack of giving a shit has earned you a subscriber.

you one funny guy !! thanks

Can has always worked fine for my friends an I.. I have ground straps all over my Jeep and tuned my antenna and it gets 10 miles of range.

Randy, you're a genius. I was blind, but now I see the light. This video is indisputable evidence that channel 16 is the best channel to use for GMRS. Unless you're using a UV-5r, as that would be violating FCC guidelines and result in a strongly worded letter.

love it , when r you going on a tour with your stand up show ? when ? 👍🏻 16

I gotta tell you this . . . Great Stuff Here !!! I just picked up 2 Baofeng UV-F8 handheld transceivers. Will listen on all bans. Will broadcast on 16. Why? Perhaps because I hold a patent on the Flexivent accessory for Jeep soft windows? No. Just wanted to mention that. 😉 I'll use 16 because it's the Chinese Number for Jesus. Go look at it. It's true. Really. Thanks for the great dry humor, excellent information and constant digs on the arrogant among us. Psst . . . sometimes that's me but I need a knockdown when it happens. Glad I ran across your channel.

@whadeffa

3 жыл бұрын

Google? We don't need no stinking Google! 462.575

Mercy sakes this here's the" Rubber Duck" and I love your videos 10-4.

You are so funny love it