Handheld or Fixed mount VHF

[John Jones]

Not anal.  It's the only way to go.

[John Jones]

Speaking of radio checks:

This has really made a difference on Ch 16 around here.  No need to be a member.

http://www.seatow.com/boating_safety/ARC.asp

[gran398]

Thanks for letting us know, was unaware. Looks like ch 27 or 28 just about anywhere will get the job done.

Now won't need to bother the Coasties.

Good deal.

[Skoot]

First off, Thanks guys for all the help/feedback on this subject.  You guys spoke Loud and Clear   that a Fixed mount unit is the way to go.   So after researching a few units I decided on the Standard Horizon Eclipse DSC - GX1000S http://www.standardhorizon.com/indexVS. ... Archived=0 Sounds like a good unit to me. Got it for a great price, and the $10.00 Off rebate helped as well.

Also MarshMarlowe196 Antenna Suggestion post couldn't have come at a better time. A lot of good info in there.  I ended up getting the Shakespeare 3' whip, Style 5241-R http://www.shakespeare-marine.com/anten ... nna=5241-R that will mount on my grab rail.  Should be approx 7.5' off the water.

Thanks again for all the help.