Why you want a VHF Radio – even if not required!
Just last week, I received a comment from one of the readers of my blog that wanted clarification of part of my article. The article centered around the fact that a lot of boaters require as many as 2 VHF Marine Radios on board (1 fixed and 1 waterproof hand held marine radio). The reason for this is because if an emergency rears it’s ugly head, the fixed unit can continually monitor weather as well as the coast guard communications while a life raft is possibly deployed. On the life raft, as part of the emergency kit, is stowed a hand held waterproof VHF marine radio. This extra little “insurance policy” is the very thing that will continue the communications with the Coast Guard until rescue is possible – thus adding that extra peace of mind for those on board. Hope that helps explain what I was trying to relate to the readers. Have a great week! Happy Boater