Re: [Paddlewise] VHF

> From: Dave Kruger <kdruger_at_pacifier.com>

> To: Paddlewise <PaddleWise_at_paddlewise.net>
> Sent: Wed, May 19, 2010 7:54:46 PM
> Subject: Re: [Paddlewise] VHF
> 
> My submersible VHF is an oldie also:  ICOM M-88.  Had it (and the one 
> before it, which went for an unauthorized swim) for years.  Like Craig, I 
> like ICOM for its reliability and bombproof construction.  Unlike some of 
> the others discussed here, the "optional" mike connections are buried under a 
> well-sealed panel.  No wanky audio jacks covered with a little rubber 
> grommet or crap like that for unauthorized water entry.

This one lives in 
> a PFD pocket, lanyarded to the PFD (its predecessor did not have the 
> lanyard!).  It has a high-capacity Li-ion battery, way superior to any 
> Ni-Cad, giving several days of use before you need to worry about a 
> recharge.  I think Li-ion power is the only way to fly in these 
> babies.

Best thing is:  no freaking radio bag!!!!  I can 
> one-hand it with ease and the buttons work well for me.

I want a VHF to 
> be reliable.  This one is.


Agree wholeheartedly re: M-88.  Mine is several years old now and still performs like a champ.  Love that battery :)

Dave, how do you have the lanyard attached to your M-88?

Regards,
~Holmes
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