Marine Radio? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

HobieScot · 07-30-2015, 09:53 PM

Well I tried to revive my old VHF to no avail so it seems that I find myself in the market for a new one.

Can you guys recommend a new brand/model that I should look into. I looked at West Marine today and I was looking on Amazon and it seems that they all seem to have the same basic features. The main difference is price. Ranging anywhere from $70-$300.

Are there any brands to stay away from? Any features that are a must have other than the obvious being waterproof.

Thanks in advance for your help

fishbullie · 07-31-2015, 07:35 AM

I was looking into this and think the floating feature is one of the best thing to look for. Waterproof doesn't seem to cover the battery area on most units....

Big Wave Dave · 07-31-2015, 07:51 AM

I've lost two. I recommend the floating type. One of mine sunk, the other fell off while I was busy gaffing a fish. Didn't notice till much later. I am debating whether or not to buy a third one. If I do, I think I'll duct tape it to the side of my head.

DanaPT · 07-31-2015, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Wave Dave

I've lost two. I recommend the floating type. One of mine sunk, the other fell off while I was busy gaffing a fish. Didn't notice till much later. I am debating whether or not to buy a third one. If I do, I think I'll duct tape it to the side of my head.

I keep mine leashed to the kayak in one of those water proof bags. I Take the radio on all my outings all the time.

Anyone scan channels while NOT fishing? man, my guilty pleasure.

HobieScot · 07-31-2015, 09:34 AM

I've never used a VHF for kayaking before, only on boats for emergency purposes.

Is there a Chanel that other kayakers tend to use?

07-30-2015, 09:53 PM	#1
HobieScot Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Posts: 370	Well I tried to revive my old VHF to no avail so it seems that I find myself in the market for a new one. Can you guys recommend a new brand/model that I should look into. I looked at West Marine today and I was looking on Amazon and it seems that they all seem to have the same basic features. The main difference is price. Ranging anywhere from $70-$300. Are there any brands to stay away from? Any features that are a must have other than the obvious being waterproof. Thanks in advance for your help

07-31-2015, 07:35 AM	#2
fishbullie Junior Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 11	I was looking into this and think the floating feature is one of the best thing to look for. Waterproof doesn't seem to cover the battery area on most units....

07-31-2015, 07:51 AM	#3
Big Wave Dave Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: San Diego Posts: 137	I've lost two. I recommend the floating type. One of mine sunk, the other fell off while I was busy gaffing a fish. Didn't notice till much later. I am debating whether or not to buy a third one. If I do, I think I'll duct tape it to the side of my head.

07-31-2015, 09:34 AM	#5
HobieScot Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Posts: 370	I've never used a VHF for kayaking before, only on boats for emergency purposes. Is there a Chanel that other kayakers tend to use?