marine radio

Hi guys wanted to get some advice on a marine radio. there is a radio for sale for 49$ at cabelas Cobra® MR HH125 Handheld VHF Radio? has anyone heard or used it?  What is the difference in the radios out there?  Recommendation and comments appreciated.
Thanks

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=36425.0

Do a search too.

you get what you pay for
 
August 2, 2008
 


1st one work good til it got dropped in 2ft of water for 15 seconds. It came up dead. I called Corbra and they sent out a replacement. That one didn't work at all!
I sent it back with a note to scrap the unit.

Thanks guys for the replies!  I am going to most likely get the Cobra HH 330 Floating Handheld VHF Radio.  its around $130.  Has anyone used that model before.
 

You can get a Standard Horizon for about the same price.  Mine has proven to be "bullet-proof" over the the years. 

Thanks fish n brew
What model # is your horizon?

I think he has the same one that I have the 750S.  I've been using mine for about 3 years now and very happy with its performance.  Below is the link for more details about this model:

http://www.turtlemarine.com/standardhorizonhx750s.html

Mine's an older HX500S.  It's waterproof but it doesn't float like some of the newer models.  I always keep it clipped to my PFD so flotation isn't an issue for me.  All of the reviews I have read indicate the highest level of satisfaction with the Standard Horizon brand.  I will buy another when my current one dies.

Thanks guys!
Sailfish, Unfortunately the site  you sent me is out of stock.  It's the best price I've seen.
By the way you had a mini x malibu right?  I am trying to add  a rod extender to the front two holders. Do you know of any that will fit?
thanks again
Ken

Thanks guys!
Sailfish, Unfortunately the site  you sent me is out of stock.  It's the best price I've seen.
By the way you had a mini x malibu right?  I am trying to add  a rod extender to the front two holders. Do you know of any that will fit?
thanks again
Ken

I used to own the Mini-X but it's now belongs to a good friend here on NCKA.  There are plenty of room on the Mini-X to add a flush Scotty rod holder.  I'll check to see if I still have pictures of my old Mini-X with flush Scotty rod holder installed and post here for you to see.

Check out Mike's old post.  This might be what you're looking for...

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=11659.msg108999#msg108999

If it's not water proof don't buy it.

I speak from experience...



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