Cobra MicroTalk FRS/GMRS Radio Review

[bustedtrigger137]

Upon recieveing a two-pack of these radios I was very excited and instantly thought "these would be greast for airsoft." My father and I each received one of these two-packs for christmas, and here is what I think of them so far.

First, let me go over the specs:


up to 5 Mile Range
836 Privacy Channel Combinations with 22 Channels and 38 Privacy Codes
Scan (Channel, Privacy Code)
Water Resistant
Call Alert (10 Selectable Tones)
Backlit LCD Display
1 Year Limited Warranty


That is just the tip of the iceberg, you can view the rest of the Features here:

Cobra Microtalk Radios

It does not take too long to bring the nimh batteries to peak. The batteries will last you a full weekend of skrimishing (at least!). They are very durable, and they have taken a fair share of trips to the ground and such. I have never had a problem with these radios. The PTT microphone and belt clip just make this deal that much sweeter. It also includes a base charger designed to charge both radios at once. This package, SKU# PR 240-2 , can be found at a local retailer, such as Meijer or Wallmart for under $60.

Performance:

I used one radio in a winter skirmish with about 6" of snow down. I plugged in the PTT mic, and put an zip-lock bag over the radio. I then zip-tied the end, so it made the bad water-tight, but left me enough to push the buttons necessary for operation. I then ran the cord up my shirt, and clipped it on the collar. Finally, I placed the radio in my pocker.

The radios worked great the whole day, and never gave me one bit of trouble. The microphone got a little snow in it, but still operates perfectly.

All in all, I feel this is a great package for skirmishing, camping or any other use you may have with it. I love mine, and I prefer them to our $120 industrial-grade Motorolas. With all the things included for the price tag of under $60, the deal just can't be beat.



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Cobra Microtalk Radios

[Andy]

Nate and I have the same radios, I'd recomend them.

[STAT]

I also have a pair of them. Very good radios.

The only real problem I have had with them is that I can't seem to find a good head set, ear piece or throat mic that will work with them. I have tried numerous head sets and ear pieces, and the only things that have worked so far are the ear pieces that come with the radios, which are not the best to say the least.

[Talisman]

Basically just re-iterating what STAT said.

I've used cobras for over a year now, and i've never found a decent accessory for them... even the earbuds that come with the radios. Also, the lack of a dial for volume bugs me, since I don't have earbuds.... With motorolas I can dial up and down the volume in the middle of a firefight while wearing gloves if I have to... to do that with the cobras would be much more time consuming.