Hi all,

I searched the forums and could not find a definitive answer. Can anyone recommend some radios or radio bands best for an emergency? I'm a boater, so a radio that covered VHF and was waterproof would be nice. I noticed there are several radios that cover VHF, FRS, and receive several other bands. In an emergency would FRS be of any use? If I'm on land I technically shouldn't use the VHF, but if life or limb were at stake I think I'd risk it.

Thoughts are appreciated. Would I be better off getting something HAMish (I know NOTHING about HAM radio, feel free to briefly inform me).

Thanks in advance!

R