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GMRS

What are GMRS Radios?

GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) is a U.S. licensed radio service for short-to-medium distance two-way communication, using UHF frequencies (around 462/467 MHz) for handhelds, mobiles, and repeaters, offering more power and range than FRS radios, popular for family, off-roading, and group activities, with a family license covering the user and relatives for a fee, requiring no test.  Licensed & Family-Friendly: A single license (currently $35 for 10 years) covers the applicant and immedia
FRS

What are FRS Radios?

FRS (Family Radio Service) is a popular, license-free two-way radio system in the U.S. for short-distance communication, using small, handheld devices similar to walkie-talkies for family and group activities like camping or hiking. Operating on UHF frequencies (462-467 MHz) with 22 channels, FRS radios are easy to use, inexpensive, and don't require an individual license, making them great for personal use, though their range is limited (around 1-2 miles) due to low power (max 2 watts) and no r
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So many choices we have for communicating with everyone in the club/group/adventure. CB Radio is the most old school and cheapest and WAS the most popular radio found in anything offroad. Ham Radio is probably the rarest of radios in the offroad community.  Just way more intense. FRS is the blister packs you get from Walmart, Meijer, Target.. basically in any store you see the two way Family Radios.  About the same distance as CB but more portable.  Typical output is .5 watts but they are allo

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