Good one Nishnabotna. Finding a good radio only takes time and money. There are lots of quality ones out there, take your time and research what you likely need for your area.

I only have a HT. No mobile radio or base station at all. Make sure you get a good antenna not matter what....that is more important than just about anything else.


I have had good luck with Ham Radio Outlet, and Universal Radio as on-line suppliers. I have gone to a HRO store in Portland OR and they were quite helpful. QRZ forums has some decent information on equipment too.