Check out this similar radio:<br><br> Optimus <br><br>I have one and it seems like a decent little radio. Anybody know how it compares to the Sangean? The features seem almost identical except for a few minor details. Conveniently available at your local Radio Shack store.<br><br>I have also seen some FRS radios with either AM/FM reception or Weather band (would be nice to have both). That would give you some transmission capability, too, and in an affordable, compact and rugged package. Would that be a good choice?