OverSoul7 Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 I am hoping to be an early summer 2017 grad. I was wondering if people still use CB radios out there? Is the main communication WiFi and cell and CB disappeared? Is Smokey dead? (Actually, I never saw that movie). Christine Colorado Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis M Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 We still have a CB with weather band. 90% of the time it is used as a weather radio. I keep it on with the volume down so it will beep for weather alerts. Occasionally we will use it to get info on a traffic jam or road conditions. Dennis & NancyTucson, AZ in winter, on the road in summer.1999 Volvo 610 "Bud" 425 HP Volvo, Super 10 spd.2005 Mountain Aire 35 BLKS2013 smart fortwo CityFlame riding on Bud(Replaced '05 smart first loaded in '06 and '11 smart that gave it's life to save me!)Our Travel Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 About the same as Dennis, we used FRS radios for parking and convoys. If you get a CB with weather radio make sure you can shut it off! Getting the first warning is great but that alert buzzer gets old fast. On ours we had the usual power line run from the ignition and a "memory" line run from the battery, the weather radio ran from the memory line and until we added a switch finding and removing the fuse was the only way to stop getting our ears blasted. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 We use our CB when we're in traffic. Listening to truckers about what lane to be in is helpful, weather radio helps as well. Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richfaa Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 we have one is but another tool that can make your driving experience safer. Helen and I are long timers ..08 F-350 Ford,LB,CC,6.4L,4X4, Dually,4:10 diff dragging around a 2013 Montana 3402 Big Sky SKP 100137. North Ridgeville, Ohio in the summer, sort of and where ever it is warm in the winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXiceman Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 We carry one with a magnetic mount antenna and if is wrapped in a towel under the back seat. The last time it was set up and used was about 2001. I do not know if it even still works. I guess I need to get it out and try it or stop hauling it around. I stopped using it because of all of the foul mouthed truckers complaining about the 4-wheelers and RV on THEIR roads. Got my ham license and use it when I want to talk to some one and FRS when backing the rig. Ken Amateur radio operator, 2023 Cougar 22MLS, 2022 F150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road, Sport trim <br />Travel with 1 miniature schnauzer, 1 standard schnauzer and one African Gray parrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjhunter01 Posted July 17, 2016 Report Share Posted July 17, 2016 As stated above, a CB can be a tool for some and a nuisance for others. If you are not accustom to using a CB, it will probably fall into the nuisance category. That being said, I have always used a CB and usually every trip it will provide me info about a road hazard ahead. Many times I have been able to put on the 4 way flashers and start slowing down before I get to a backup on the x-way which otherwise could have been a panic stop. I rarely hear any foul talk and if so, I just turn it off for the next 10 miles. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker56 Posted July 17, 2016 Report Share Posted July 17, 2016 I only use mine when their is a traffic back up. This summer ran into one on I75N. Turned CB on and the local CB users recommended to get off at the upcoming exit that I was only about a mile from. Only problem I had, was it took me around one hour to get to that off ramp. After that it was easy to use my GPS and go North to the 2nd I75 entrance where their was no traffic coming from the south. Full Time since Oct. 199999 Discovery 34Q DP | ISBDatastorm | VMSpc | Co-Pilot Live | Pressure Pro2014 MKS Twin Turbo V6 365 HP Toad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OverSoul7 Posted July 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2016 Thank you for these helpful replies. I had one in the first Class B I owned but we didn't use it. I keep forgetting we will be driving the "family car" and not the Class B. I think that's because I've been working on the B and have not mentally replaced it. Not sure where I would put a CB in a little Xterra. I used to listen to truckers on long drives but they were not very entertaining. I liked the idea of an emergency but since I wasn't trained on it I probably wasn't suppose to be on it any way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted July 17, 2016 Report Share Posted July 17, 2016 We stopped using our CB quite a few years ago due to the language the truckers use constantly and the fact that in our first 5 years on the road, we only twice were able to get a response from RVs that we met on the road. Today we use FRS radios if we travel with someone or cell phones to communicate. If traffic gets slow, we either enjoy the scenery or we pull off at the nearest exit and find something to entertain ourselves while we wait for the problem to clear up. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rambler62 Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 What is an FRS radio for us dumbies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXiceman Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 FRS = Family Radio Service. This is the current crop of walkie-talkies you get at Walmart and such Some of the radios also cover the GMRS channels which technically require a FCC license to operate. https://www.fcc.gov/general/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs Ranges on the radios are no where near the advertised range. They are strictly line of sight and out in the open, maybe 2 or 3 miles. Ken Amateur radio operator, 2023 Cougar 22MLS, 2022 F150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road, Sport trim <br />Travel with 1 miniature schnauzer, 1 standard schnauzer and one African Gray parrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kountryguy1 Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 I always have mine on, but surprisingly few drivers use them anymore. I miss the chatter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray,IN Posted July 24, 2016 Report Share Posted July 24, 2016 As stated above, a CB can be a tool for some and a nuisance for others. If you are not accustom to using a CB, it will probably fall into the nuisance category. That being said, I have always used a CB and usually every trip it will provide me info about a road hazard ahead. Many times I have been able to put on the 4 way flashers and start slowing down before I get to a backup on the x-way which otherwise could have been a panic stop. I rarely hear any foul talk and if so, I just turn it off for the next 10 miles. Greg Ditto! I'm always listening to mine while driving. I use an ear bud most of the time. There is no alternative to instant communication with another vehicle in an emergency. Ham band is great for some things, but it's not widespread enough to be useful in those situations where you are informed of an emergency situation ahead. Cell phones are at the bottom of this instant communication category. 2000 Winnebago Ultimate Freedom USQ40JD, ISC 8.3 Cummins 350, Spartan MM Chassis. USA IN 1SG retired;Good Sam Life member,FMCA ." And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country. John F. Kennedy 20 Jan 1961 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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