Give up CB for Ham?
 

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Give up CB for Ham?
 

On 5 Jul 2006 12:59:29 -0700, wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

By all means replace it and forever leave CB behind. While you're
at it don't forget to remove rec.radio.cb from your newsreader.

Give up CB for Ham?
 

wrote in message
...
On 5 Jul 2006 12:59:29 -0700, wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

By all means replace it and forever leave CB behind. While you're
at it don't forget to remove rec.radio.cb from your newsreader.

Seems to me this original question appeared here about 4 months ago or so!
Is it my news reader replaying OR is someone else "reposting"?

Give up CB for Ham?
 

clfe wrote:
wrote in message
...
On 5 Jul 2006 12:59:29 -0700, wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

By all means replace it and forever leave CB behind. While you're
at it don't forget to remove rec.radio.cb from your newsreader.

Seems to me this original question appeared here about 4 months ago or so!
Is it my news reader replaying OR is someone else "reposting"?
he retroling right along

Give up CB for Ham?
 

clfe wrote:
wrote in message
...
On 5 Jul 2006 12:59:29 -0700, wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

By all means replace it and forever leave CB behind. While you're
at it don't forget to remove rec.radio.cb from your newsreader.

Seems to me this original question appeared here about 4 months ago or so!
Is it my news reader replaying OR is someone else "reposting"?
he retrolling right along

OTOH since the troll is so stale I am enjoying some of the now well
thought responses as quite clever

Give up CB for Ham?
 

On Wed, 5 Jul 2006 17:56:18 -0400, "clfe"
wrote:

wrote in message
.. .
On 5 Jul 2006 12:59:29 -0700, wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

By all means replace it and forever leave CB behind. While you're
at it don't forget to remove rec.radio.cb from your newsreader.

Seems to me this original question appeared here about 4 months ago or so!
Is it my news reader replaying OR is someone else "reposting"?

It's the same story over and over. Usually an outcasted ham posts
to rec.radio.cb in this derogitory manner. It's a amateurish attempt
to self justify their superiorirty. They simple put down others in
order to bring themself up.

The only problem is this. If they were truly superior they would never
feel the need to do this. When they resort to putting CB down it does
just the opposite of what they think. It exposes an inferior feeling
and their self conscienceness to it.

Give up CB for Ham?
 

wrote in message
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On Wed, 5 Jul 2006 17:56:18 -0400, "clfe"
wrote:

wrote in message
. ..
On 5 Jul 2006 12:59:29 -0700, wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

By all means replace it and forever leave CB behind. While you're
at it don't forget to remove rec.radio.cb from your newsreader.

Seems to me this original question appeared here about 4 months ago or so!
Is it my news reader replaying OR is someone else "reposting"?

It's the same story over and over. Usually an outcasted ham posts
to rec.radio.cb in this derogitory manner. It's a amateurish attempt
to self justify their superiorirty. They simple put down others in
order to bring themself up.

The only problem is this. If they were truly superior they would never
feel the need to do this. When they resort to putting CB down it does
just the opposite of what they think. It exposes an inferior feeling
and their self conscienceness to it.

Maybe it is me, I must be missing "something". I started out with CB - got
into Ham AND Electronics due to my admiration of the latter. Both services
have their place. Each "does" have it's share of lunatics. There "used" to
be a channel here where EVERY NIGHT - about 4 or 5 would do NOTHING but
fight. That makes no sense to me. They threatened to fire bomb each other,
kill each other, kick each other's ass, etc. It was plain ridiculous. A
waste of money on Radio equipment, electricity, etc. I've heard some hams
get on air and do just as goofy of things. Me, I prefer to get on whatever
band, have a nice conversation and call it a day. Just like any group, be it
groups of humanity, cops, "professional driver", doctors, lawyers, etc......
we ALL have our bad apples. That will never cease.
Why not try to "enjoy" life with out the provocation relating to radio -
etc. Just because I have an Extra class license - does NOT make me any
better than many CBers. There are many who know electronics and just chose
to never go get a license. Same with 2 way radio techs, they chose not to
get involved. No big deal.
Why cut each other up? JUST ENJOY THE HOBBY......... Cutting each other up,
fighing, etc - is NOT "enjoyment".

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Give up CB for Ham?
 

I just typed that in less words!!!

Give up CB for Ham?
 

MORE FUEL FOR THE FIRE.
GIVE IT A REST ALREADY.

wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

Give up CB for Ham?
 

scott i nakeded when i postes
"Scott in Baltimore" wrote in message
...
wrote:
Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?


Screw all the a$$hole answers. Here is the real lowdown:
You will find jerks on Part 95 and Part 97 bands.
You will find fine folks on Part 95 and Part 97 bands.

Three years ago I got my ticket. I found more bands to work plus
my CB. When I can't find someone on 2 meters, I can check out 440.
If that proves to be dead, I can always find someone on channel 19!

Get a scanner and tune from 144 to 148 and from 438 to 450. You may
hear a lot of the same voices on there that you hear on your CB!

Finally, repeaters are great for a consistent long range connection,
however most 2 meter action occurs on simplex, just like CB. Many
times, it sounds like CB. I find most of the extra cl ass hams are
the ones with the attitudes. The rest are OK.

Don't give up your CB. Just add more radios!

Give up CB for Ham?
 

"Scott in Baltimore" wrote in message
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wrote:
Screw all the a$$hole answers. Here is the real lowdown:
You will find jerks on Part 95 and Part 97 bands.
You will find fine folks on Part 95 and Part 97 bands.

Three years ago I got my ticket. I found more bands to work plus
my CB. When I can't find someone on 2 meters, I can check out 440.
If that proves to be dead, I can always find someone on channel 19!

Get a scanner and tune from 144 to 148 and from 438 to 450. You may
hear a lot of the same voices on there that you hear on your CB!

Finally, repeaters are great for a consistent long range connection,
however most 2 meter action occurs on simplex, just like CB. Many
times, it sounds like CB. I find most of the extra cl ass hams are
the ones with the attitudes. The rest are OK.

Don't give up your CB. Just add more radios!

I've been thinking about 2 meters, but I just don't see me leaving 11
meters. I can go freebanding on SSB and still listen to the locals chew the
fat or fight when they're drunk. Channel 19 offers up some crude
entertainment from time to time. I also use the scanner and get the scoop on
what kind of trouble the locals are getting into.

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Give up CB for Ham?
 

why give up anything, use both.

(troll o'meter full scale)

wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

Give up CB for Ham?
 

pltrgyst wrote:
wrote in message
ups.com...
Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

I think any inbred hick with a CB radio in his truck is too stupid to ever pass
an amateur radio license examination. In fact, I'd even question how he obtained
a driver's license -- if he has one.

-- Larry

YOU KNOW I HATE IT WHEN YOU CALL ME STUPID!!!!!!!!!

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wrote:
pltrgyst wrote:
wrote in message
ups.com...


YOU KNOW I HATE IT WHEN YOU CALL ME STUPID!!!!!!!!!
hate away we all know you are full of hate by merely posting

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[google-trolled] in
ups.com:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?


Back by popular demand..?


--
http://groups.google.com
-the usenet trolls best friend- -[?]

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Ray Norshine wrote:
[google-trolled] in
ups.com:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?


Back by popular demand..?

Like stink and a skunk.

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Ray Norshine wrote:
[google-trolled] in
ups.com:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?


Back by popular demand..?
nope

Give up CB for Ham?
 

One day I'm on the interstate... snowing real bad. Call out on the usual
simplex channels on VHF/UHF to get a traffic/conditions report... no answer.
So I grab the "emergency" CB radio I keep under the seat. Call out on Ch
19... got _many_ responses - mostly truckers all with solid info. Very
useful - and enjoyed listening to them all help each other.

That day, ham radio lost and CB won.


wrote in message
ups.com...
Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

Give up CB for Ham?
 

"Les Wilson" wrote in message
...
One day I'm on the interstate... snowing real bad. Call out on the usual
simplex channels on VHF/UHF to get a traffic/conditions report... no
answer. So I grab the "emergency" CB radio I keep under the seat. Call
out on Ch 19... got _many_ responses - mostly truckers all with solid
info. Very useful - and enjoyed listening to them all help each other.

That day, ham radio lost and CB won.


wrote in message
ups.com...
Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?




If you're traveling a long distance and don't want to hear the usual CB
chatter - 2 meters and so on is great. For Road reports - I agree - CB IS
the answer - hands down. I'd never give mine up........ I installed one in
my truck just for that reason. BOTH services have their advantages and
disadvantages. I don't think anyone is saying Ham is the "gift from god"
when it comes to radio. Even FRS has its place. It all depends on the need
and so on.

Give up CB for Ham?
 

ORIGINAL MESSAGE:

On Tue, 11 Jul 2006 00:50:15 GMT, "Les Wilson"
wrote:

One day I'm on the interstate... snowing real bad. Call out on the usual
simplex channels on VHF/UHF to get a traffic/conditions report... no answer.
So I grab the "emergency" CB radio I keep under the seat. Call out on Ch
19... got _many_ responses - mostly truckers all with solid info. Very
useful - and enjoyed listening to them all help each other.

That day, ham radio lost and CB won.

------------ REPLY SEPARATOR ------------

Of course CB is better for road reports. What's your point?

Mr Bill

Give up CB for Ham?
 

wrote:
ORIGINAL MESSAGE:

On Tue, 11 Jul 2006 00:50:15 GMT, "Les Wilson"
wrote:

One day I'm on the interstate... snowing real bad. Call out on the
usual simplex channels on VHF/UHF to get a traffic/conditions report...
no answer. So I grab the "emergency" CB radio I keep under the seat.
Call out on Ch 19... got _many_ responses - mostly truckers all with
solid info. Very useful - and enjoyed listening to them all help each
other.

That day, ham radio lost and CB won.

------------ REPLY SEPARATOR ------------

Of course CB is better for road reports. What's your point?

Mr Bill

Right, and how do you send CW while driving your pick-up truck with the
twin talkers -and- the on the air lights mounted on the roll bar? It's bad
enuff running around with the 102" whip banging off everything low, let
alone trying to tap out some directions to your ham buddy on the highway
via CW. :)

CW rules in disasters tho..

--
http://NewsReader.Com/

Give up CB for Ham?
 

ORIGINAL MESSAGE:

On 11 Jul 2006 20:35:54 GMT, Steveo wrote:


Right, and how do you send CW while driving your pick-up truck with the
twin talkers -and- the on the air lights mounted on the roll bar? It's bad
enuff running around with the 102" whip banging off everything low, let
alone trying to tap out some directions to your ham buddy on the highway
via CW. :)

CW rules in disasters tho..

------------ REPLY SEPARATOR ------------

As best I recall CW is illegal on CB. Naturally, if the average CBer
knew that, there would be a rush to learn it. :-)

Mr Bill

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Bill Turner wrote:
ORIGINAL MESSAGE:

On 11 Jul 2006 20:35:54 GMT, Steveo wrote:

Right, and how do you send CW while driving your pick-up truck with the
twin talkers -and- the on the air lights mounted on the roll bar? It's
bad enuff running around with the 102" whip banging off everything low,
let alone trying to tap out some directions to your ham buddy on the
highway via CW. :)

CW rules in disasters tho..

------------ REPLY SEPARATOR ------------

As best I recall CW is illegal on CB. Naturally, if the average CBer
knew that, there would be a rush to learn it. :-)

Mr Bill

Rash or rust?

Reckon where Riley will rate a CW on CB bust? :)

(i think it's legal at small wattage) no?

--
http://NewsReader.Com/

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?


The 2 meter CB is useless on long trips when you'd like to know where
the cops are but it will give you better directions! So it's a toss
up...

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Right, and how do you send CW while driving your pick-up truck with the
twin talkers -and- the on the air lights mounted on the roll bar? It's bad
enuff running around with the 102" whip banging off everything low, let
alone trying to tap out some directions to your ham buddy on the highway
via CW. :)

CW rules in disasters tho..


I went to a hamfest many many moons ago and met this guy who could
send 60 wmp while driving with a strap on army key on his knee!

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Big Rich Soprano wrote:
Right, and how do you send CW while driving your pick-up truck with the
twin talkers -and- the on the air lights mounted on the roll bar? It's
bad enuff running around with the 102" whip banging off everything low,
let alone trying to tap out some directions to your ham buddy on the
highway via CW. :)

CW rules in disasters tho..

I went to a hamfest many many moons ago and met this guy who could
send 60 wmp while driving with a strap on army key on his knee!

Now that's talent!

--
http://NewsReader.Com/

Give up CB for Ham?
 

CW rules in disasters tho..


I went to a hamfest many many moons ago and met this guy who could
send 60 wmp while driving with a strap on army key on his knee!


Now that's talent!


I honestly didn't believe it until he showed me! The sucker was so
fast it sounded like one tone to me.

Give up CB for Ham?
 

duhhhhh....LOL

Not a soul understood that or posted an actual rebuttal.

rb

wrote in message
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On Wed, 5 Jul 2006 17:56:18 -0400, "clfe"
wrote:

wrote in message
. ..
On 5 Jul 2006 12:59:29 -0700, wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

By all means replace it and forever leave CB behind. While you're
at it don't forget to remove rec.radio.cb from your newsreader.

Seems to me this original question appeared here about 4 months ago or so!
Is it my news reader replaying OR is someone else "reposting"?

It's the same story over and over. Usually an outcasted ham posts
to rec.radio.cb in this derogitory manner. It's a amateurish attempt
to self justify their superiorirty. They simple put down others in
order to bring themself up.

The only problem is this. If they were truly superior they would never
feel the need to do this. When they resort to putting CB down it does
just the opposite of what they think. It exposes an inferior feeling
and their self conscienceness to it.

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Woody wrote:
duhhhhh....LOL

Not a soul understood that or posted an actual rebuttal.
I understand it fully

no rebuttal is posible since it is true
only weak and insecure hams feel the need to put down CB

rb

wrote in message
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On Wed, 5 Jul 2006 17:56:18 -0400, "clfe"
wrote:

wrote in message
. ..
On 5 Jul 2006 12:59:29 -0700, wrote:

Alot of people are telling me that CB is just for inbred hicks and that
I should replace the CB in my truck with a ham radio. What do you
think?

By all means replace it and forever leave CB behind. While you're
at it don't forget to remove rec.radio.cb from your newsreader.

Seems to me this original question appeared here about 4 months ago or so!
Is it my news reader replaying OR is someone else "reposting"?

It's the same story over and over. Usually an outcasted ham posts
to rec.radio.cb in this derogitory manner. It's a amateurish attempt
to self justify their superiorirty. They simple put down others in
order to bring themself up.

The only problem is this. If they were truly superior they would never
feel the need to do this. When they resort to putting CB down it does
just the opposite of what they think. It exposes an inferior feeling
and their self conscienceness to it.

Give up CB for Ham?
 

Neither posts belong in this newsgroup: rec.radio.amateur.equipment.
Feel free to post here, radio equipment for sale or trade.... includung cb
radios mod. for 10 meters
I dont do chicken band stuff but if you are selling a freq. counter Id still
buy from you.
PEACE
NF7D

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"Rich" wrote in
et:

I dont do chicken band stuff but if you are selling a freq. counter Id
still buy from you.
PEACE
NF7D



They don't make a counter that goes high enough to number all the
Freaks on CB.

SC