Rapid Radio Users?

[maxtrouble]

Does anyone use Rapid Radios? They look pretty impressive.

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[Steins1979]

I had no clue that you should actually pay fees for using a walkie talkie. With use them at my job, and I thought that you just pay for the set.

 

[maxtrouble]

I had no clue that you should actually pay fees for using a walkie talkie. With use them at my job, and I thought that you just pay for the set.

The Rapid Radios are a regular walkie talkie set and also use the LTE cellular telephone network to transmit USA wide. Multiple radios can be in the group. Seems perfect for SHTF scenarios.

More research needed before purchasing...

 

[Steins1979]

I’ve seen Rapid Radios around, and they do look solid. I use a digital pocket radio myself, and it's been super handy for quick, reliable comms on the go. Pocket-sized radios like these are especially convenient since they’re easy to carry, and you don’t need a license or extra fees for most models.

 

[beerthief]

The Rapid Radios are a regular walkie talkie set and also use the LTE cellular telephone network to transmit USA wide. Multiple radios can be in the group. Seems perfect for SHTF scenarios.

More research needed before purchasing...

so if SHTF and you think cell phones will be ok and up and running ?

 

[Treefrog]

so if SHTF and you think cell phones will be ok and up and running ?

Cell phones were down for at least four days here (in Western NC) after hurricane Helene came through. Some carriers' towers were more robust than others and their service was restored sooner.

Power was off for a week, as was cable and internet service for most. Water is still off for many of us here.

I wouldn't rely on a radio that needs cell-phone towers to function. The GMRS and ham radio communities have made a big difference when it comes to getting info out and steering resources to where they've been needed.

Cheers,

J~