Hello all,

I've got a new Standard Horizon handheld VHF that I've only had out on the ocean once, but heard nothing on channel 69/16 for the hour I had it on. After speaking with customer service they assure me it's working because I get the weather channel loud and clear, but I'd like to know first hand it's receiving and transmitting properly. I live in the South Bay and would love to do a radio check if I knew someone else who had one close by (I know, never use emergency channels). Does anyone have any suggestions to test this thing out before I head back to the salt? Thanks!

I've combed through a bunch of threads and haven't been able to find anything on how guys rig the bead chain to a crescent sinker. All of the bead chain swivels I've seen come with solid rings on each end. If the crescent sinker is also solid are you using a split ring to connect the two? Any other information/tips about rigging for salmon mooching is also appreciated. Trying to get versed before it heats up. Thanks!