How is the 2-way radio performance? We are planing a big trip to Utah and we are looking for a good gps/2 way radio that wont break the bank
508354
They are a very nice unit that wont break the bank. The GPS system has been very useful when looking for others, the radios are very reliable but as you move through gullies and around hills, the radio has trouble connecting to the other radios. This is a common occurrence with most radios
508355
We used ours in the mountains and the voices were crystal clear and the range was great. I can't really say how far away but we have used many other radios in the same area that didn't have the range or the clarity the Garmin does.
508356
Stephanie, the Rino 120 have a very good radio range. We use ours all the time while hiking in Utah. I would never leave my vehicle without one in the desert.
990839
I didn't buy a GPS yet. Maybe I'll ask Santa for one. I think I would buy the 265w.The refurb. price is right, around $90.00 . The reviews are 4+ stars. Ckt. City hada new one for $90. ,plus postage I think. I was hoping Consumer Report would havean updated report on Gps's in Dec., but none. I don't know what a 765 even sellsfor. I don't drive much anyway. But, I think I would use it. Thanks for asking.
1120504
Yes n better radio,guaranteed receive n transmit is great on long range.up to 30- 50 miles.on both.
197467
The Bushnell Backtrack works very well in the mountains, provided you have a good view of much of the sky. Note that you can only save 3 waypoints, and that you have to actually be at those places to save them. Then you can navigate back to them. You cannot read coordinates off a map and enter them into the unit (as you can with most other GPS devices). Last year I went to Sunrise parking lot on Mt. Rainier and saved a waypoint on my Bushnell Backtrack at my car. Then I watched it as I hiked to Fremont Peak and back, and it always gave me the distance and direction back to my car. The terrain was clear and open all the way, being at near 6000 ft and above treeline all the way. On the way back, it indicated I had arrived when I was only about 10 feet from the car.
1411827
Not that I have seen, I honestly would not recommend this radio with a gps, although it is nice , the gps does not work well, it o lt works if your destination is less than an hour or so away, I tried to use the Gps from North Carolina to Florida and it would not calculate a route till I was 45 min away from my destination in florida
1205152
I have not used mine that much to date but had no trouble picking up signals. The cab cover may be an issue since it may cause the same effect you get passing under an overpass with satelite radio. I have a travel trailer so I don't have that situation with my truck. Only compllaint is that it could not locate the Golden Nugget Casino in Las Vegas. Had to use Nav on wife's cell app to get directions to casino.
459240
I bought the Onyx Dock and play Radio with home kit. I could get no signal inside my house. I thought having this set up would be great because I could use it in car and in the house. When I couldn't receive a signal I sent it back. Have heard other people say they couldn't get a signal as well. I have a Grace satelite radio and it works on batteries and power. Gets great channels and no cost. It is a little bulky to take with you in car but it will go there.
1123932
I have just played with it locally. It will plan from current location to where ever you want to go. We will be road tripping in our RV in Feb and will give it a side by side test with our older Garmin. ROGER
732955
Works very well. I have bought 3 so far, 1 for me and 2 for family. I have a very good gps with maps but I usually carry the backtrack while hiking or hunting. Backtrack will work good for you if you just want to get back to where your car is.
690356
Yes Absolutely. This is the best and most versatile GPS I have ever had. However don't expect a lot from the traffic reports as there are not a lot of radio stations available. The updating is easy.
2124443
Check with Goal Zero on their website. They were really helpful when I had questions. I had 2 battery sucking Garmin GPS/Radios on a month long trek last summer. I love these units and recommend them highly! Cheers
1292636
I drive truck, but still use an auto GPS. I was considering upgrading to a truck model before Christmas, but the prices for them wasn't discounted much. I did do a bunch of research, though. From everything I read, it sounds like none of the models are perfect, and some are a waste of money. The one that seems to have the least complaints, and a decent amount of features, was the Garman 465T.
545761
No I bought one and installed myself the radio qulity is horrible!!!!! The gps is fine but it takes long time to find the way. And when I installed it it wouldn't completely fit so I had to trim a small part of the big thing. We'll good luck if you deceide to buy that and have fun
2014240
The PL 660 is a very good radio.. I have had mine around 2 years now and have had no problem with it. I am very perticular about reception on all the bands and this radio does an excellent job.. AM and FM reception is great... Shortwave and Side Band work very well and I also can pick up many airplanes both near and far.. It is more sensitive than my Bearcat Scanner SC 150 and I was suprised about that..It puts me to sleep every night and when I go somewhere I just unplug it and take it with me.. Battery life is fine with the rechargable batteries... Save your money and get a PL 660...It is all the radio you will ever need...
1754913
Ive been using this radio for the last 2 or so weeks. blue tooth is nice. usb is sweet. i dont know about the steering audio control. Im guessing your talking about a setting window where you can balance out trbl bass etc but i havent found one. I do however think this is worth picking up for the price.
719090
Depending on where you are, it sometimes takes a really long time to get its gps feed. I don't know if that is a problem with this device or if the signals are just too weak on some places. But I have used it for bike rides, hikes, skiing, running, and mud runs. When it gets a sattelite feed it works great.
1903574
Good morning! I am apologize to inform you that I have never used it for that is particular function. However, the GPS function is astonishing! It has been used all through the US and South America with no problem! I hope this helps!