Best 2 Way Radios for Water

midland outfitter series gxt950vp4 5 watt 42 channel 30-mile waterproof gmrs with noaa all hazard /weather alert and direct call, mossy oak break up camo, pair

i haven't tried them over water yet, but i'm sure they'll do great out there.

also they are waterproof.

pros: nice features, durable, waterproof, use of proprietary batteies or standard aa cells.

regarding exposure to water, the term "water resistent" means that it can stand up to water spray at low velocity (like rain), or a shower.

kayaking is where they really show their quality, especially in salt water.

this unit has range -- it easily covered the hilly, wooded square mile we needed it to, what it doesn't have -- but claims -- is any water-resistant capabilities at all.

water resistant does not equal submerging it!!!

don't get caught up in the "28 mile" or "35 mile" thing, that is simply if you are on water or in a flat desert.

very durable and waterproof.

the range figures are as advertised (in the fine print) - really good over water or other featureless landscape.

have not attempted to test the waterproof and hope i never have to.

maybe one mile on land and 1.5 miles on the open water.

for all of the people who don't like these, first of all manufacturer claims of 5, 10, and even more miles of reception are not realistic unless perhaps you are out on the open waters of the great

pros: power, sound clarity, features, reputation, durability cons: needs a lanyard hook, not waterproof to ip7 specifications the bottom line: midland's gxt6xxx 2-way radio series is the

if on water and in a low radio noise area they actually may get 18 miles but everywhere else maybe only two miles on hilly land and 0 feet if behind a hill.

the radio was purchased to be used over a small inland lake for emergencies; hopefully i will have better luck over open water.