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We're perfectly happy with two handhelds, one of which connects to a 12v power cord (replaces battery), an externally mounted antenna tuned for both 2 meter and 70cm, and a corded speaker mic. The handheld with these extra bits can come out of the truck when needed, but typically stays there...

I will learn how to do that. OB has shared so much with us we'd like to give back.

Janet and I took the road north from Usal Beach to Ferndale. Lots of pretty spots to view and camp along the way. None as nice as Usal Beach, but up toward Ferndale there are roadside spots right along the beach. The road gets a bit tight in spots, but we made it through with our Ford effn...

ReadyForWildfire.org, a web based app from Cal Fire, may be a bit useful. Static location, but otherwise seems useful.

We really liked our Weboost Destination. If there was some signal to work with it almost always made it better. It did take a bit of effort, like 20 minutes, to get the antenna raised and pointed optimally. It worked in Baja just as well as in the US. We sold it to another OB member after...

Went yesterday - trail is awesome, but way too much work to get the trailer through that first section. We'll sit this one out, especially as there are several on the waiting list. On the way in I noticed a survey by State Parks on OHV use. Here's a link: Experience It is site specific and...

Complete Brooklyn Kayak Tandem Bundle. All brand new - never in the water. We bought thinking to do but our plans have changed so you get a great deal! Includes Gray Camo BKC PK14 Tandem Pedal Kayak with all rigging, seats, pedal units and BKC oars, plus BKC Trolling Motor and BKC...

Not sure out trailer can make it. I'll make a run with just the truck this weekend and then post again.

If you are a bit handy with electronics Tuck's Truck did a write-up several months back on how to modify the Starlink power supply.....a bit more work than wiring up a PoE injector, but seems straightforward, and Marcus & Julie seem quite capable and experienced. The one in the design is for a...

Yep. Tradeoffs. Cost, effort, speed, etc. To each their own. We typically travel to places with little to no cell service. The knowledge that we won't have to worry (much) about that along the way and at our destination is worth enough for us to pay for it and sometimes put in the effort to...

Hello from Imogene Pass via Starlink

The locals in the area tend to keep a close eye on things at Prewitt and the other camping spots along the Ridge road. Even back in May we got stopped by a local on our way out who quizzed us about any campfire activity we did or observed. While her approach was less than ideal, I understand...

Sounds like a great set of stories to tell! We were up at Prewitt in May and the flies were quite bothersome then, as well. Does anyone know if they tame down as the summer wears on or do they have hatches until it gets too cold?

Hey, I hope you continue to participate. I have found your messages educational and thought provoking. Comms is a subject that quickly elicits passions, as most comms people have worked hard to develop their expertise. Couple that with anything "new" and you are bound to see some sparks fly...

Hahaha, I love how in the follow-on review video she glows about how great it is and then says, "But I don't recommend it", because (horrors) once you modify it your warranty is void. That's kind of patronizing - like, anyone with the funds can also decide to "take the risk" of blowing it up...

Heh, if I could get Hotspot where we go I would gladly do that, but, you know, overlanding...... Starlink service quality varies and will continue to vary as a result of numerous factors. We typically get downloads in excess of 100Mbps with <60ms latency and minimal jitter, which is more than...

Update to my earlier post. We've converted to Starlink and now have connectivity pretty much everywhere we go. The Weboost was great for what it did, but we mostly travel now to places with no cell service.

A few of our pics from the Bodie-Mt. Patterson trip: El Jardin, Sonora - Caldo de Pollo Plan B campsite along Leavitt Creek: Truck only recon to Belfort Saturday morning, wide open vistas: Hunting Cabin on the northeast flank of Mt. Patterson: Monday morning leaving Leavitt:

Good Morning from 38.31205, -119.11416 (just north of Bodie, Ca) :smile:

Quick update re Prewitt Ridge.... I think someone else already mentioned, but confirming Nacimiento-Ferguson Road closed going east from Kirk Creek, due to damage from Dolan fire. No ETA per the folks staffing the Big Sur Ranger Station. Access to Prewitt still possible via Los Burros Road a...