Why A Marine VHF Is Necessary For Your Vessel
When you’re out at sea, there’s nothing more important than ensuring the safety of your crew. No matter how small or large your marine vessel, being out in the open ocean still leaves you vulnerable to the unexpected whims of the elements. A key part of ensuring you...
Common Amateur Radio Equipment Mistakes
Have you always wanted to get into amateur ham radio, and finally pulled the plug and bought your own amateur radio equipment set? Well now comes the challenging part: figuring out how to use it properly. You’ll most likely make several mistakes in the beginning, as...
5 Basic Marine Safety Tips For Any Vessel
If you are the captain of a marine vessel, it is your duty to ensure that you and your crew can carry out your tasks and responsibilities safely. When you’re out at sea, even the smallest of mistakes or oversights can lead to devastating consequences. Whether you are...
Is An Antenna Rotator System Necessary?
If you’re involved in the amateur radio or ham radio scene, you know that you only need some basic amateur radio equipment to get started. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a HF transceiver and antenna, which connects you to the signal range and network you want...
A History Of Fishfinders & Marine Sonars
The activity, hobby, and even industry of fishing has been around for millennia all around the world. However, for thousands of years, fishermen and anglers needed to depend on luck or their eyesight to uncover the best catches. Today’s fishermen (whether casual...
VHF VS UHF Handheld Radio: Which Should You Opt For?
Those who work outdoors, at sea, or in remote locations will know the importance of being able to maintain open communication lines with your teammates, colleagues, and other key personnel. In areas and situations such as these, typical mobile communication options...
Everything You Need to Know About GMDSS
Communication is vital in marine travels, whether you’re travelling short or long distance. It becomes even more important when navigating through the open sea so that your vessel can avoid hazards and collisions. However there are times when unfortunate circumstances...