On Mon, 12 Sep 2005 08:29:24 -0400, "Win Heagy"
wrote:

Hi,

I'd like to get a small, portable HT type radio for my wife (a non HAM)
in case phones, etc., fail. What can you recommend? It should be small
enough to carry daily, but get an honest 2-3 mile range (depending on
terrain).
We've tried several of the FSR type radios, but none get anywhere near the
advertised range. Any suggestions?

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Thanks,

Win


Look for a CB handi-talkie with as close to 5 watts output as you can
get. It might do 2 or 3 miles, depending on circumstances and battery
charge or if you're willing to climb up a tree...

bob
k5qwg