(20 September 2017, 18:56)Straight Shooter Wrote: A question regarding Ham radio.......lets say we have a receiver and can listen in ....in a scenario where the shtf could someone who has a licence ....give us updates if we knew how to receive their transmission ? for example Lightspeed = 8 am Monday on setting 9999...Steve = 12 noonTuesday on setting 8888 and on and on ......6 pm is emergency information only hams would decide who would broadcast.
I have a CB ....these are ok for local use last time i used it ....over twelve months ago ....some idiot from Newport...S Wales......was talking total bollocks about his battery ...and he would have to see someone from social services to help him buy a new one ? .......No i shit you not!.
I like the survivalist prepper communication plan 333 channel 3 ,3 mins 3hourly time wise 300,600,900,1200 hrs.
It's very basic simple to remember.
Yes those who can use ham frequencies I'm sure all relay vital info if able. Those who ate like minded and ham is their hobby will no doubt be aware of the 333.
Don't underestimate cb ,single side band is very capable . I have a spot high up that provides me with cover and a cord in situ high over top branches I can raise my wire for ny handheld cb.
Many times I have contacted Fan Brycheiniog wales Sunday dx crew with my handheld and a rubber duck from brum from local high point.
Hope he got a new battery ,should keep him quiet.