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I've been thinking about getting my husband a CB or ham radio for Christmas, and would appreciate input on which would be the better investment.
How far would one of these transmit?Buy a SSB (Single Side Band) CB. Truckers went to those when all of regular drivers got on during the CB craze in the 70's. They will transmit a bit farther and clearer,
Check out the ARRL's website:This site is great, these are just the sort've conversations I need.
Is there a "Ham for Dummies" or a learning guide for Ham you would recommend for complete beginners? Why is it so licensed? Would you have less steps to take if you just wanted to listen rather than transmit? If TSHTF (I'm new I hope that's right) I would assume I can stop worrying about licensing and transmit if I have to.