dand Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Hi, Does anyone have any good suggestions for cheap 2-way radios that work well. Me and a mate want to do a bit more long distance and it would be good to have some communication as we're riding along. I found a cheapish set on maplins (around £50) but wondered if anyone had used any others? Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyBuk Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 I use Puxing PX-888 UH 400-480Mhz UHF. These have been used in the UK, parts of Europe and even in the Alps whilst skiing. We haven't had any problems and they seem to have a good range. We got them off ebay and are shipped from Hong Kong I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dand Posted March 30, 2012 Author Share Posted March 30, 2012 Are they Push to talk only or voice activated too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyBuk Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 They are both, but to be honest, if you are using them on the bike then it is best to use the ptt button as vox can be very sensitive with the wind noise (or if your buddy starts singing to himself...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dand Posted March 30, 2012 Author Share Posted March 30, 2012 Haha true that. Ok will have a look at them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ttaskmaster Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 PMR446: Midland Alan PMR456 Midland G7 or G8 CB: Midland 42 Multi (this is the one I have) Intek H-512 Intek H-520 PMR's max range is about 1.4km. CB can reach to 10 miles! Both should have the option for 2-pin headset adapters and allow you to use handlebar mounted PTTs, etc. There are bluetoothy things as well, but they cost a bomb and I'm still not convinced. PMR is OK, but you get what you pay for. Pay low, get shite. I've had crap performance from some as close as 3 yards! CB is a bit easier. The rig is more expensive, but SO much cooler!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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