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GMRS: What can it Really Do?

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Content provided by Caleb Nelson. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Caleb Nelson or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, Caleb Nelson (K4CDN | WRBR237) breaks down what GMRS can really do—and what it can’t.

You’ll learn how far GMRS actually reaches, why antenna height beats transmitter power every time, and what equipment upgrades make the biggest difference for families building real communication plans.

We’ll also cover license coverage, the truth about 50 watts, repeater basics, and why investing in a better antenna might triple your range overnight.

Links & Resources: Free GMRS License Express GuideLive Family Connect Webinar → Thursdays 7 PM ET | Replay Fri–Mon → More episodes → @PrepComms

Recommended Gear: BTECH GMRS-50PRORetevis RA86 ZBM2 QP Whip (use code PREPCOMMS) → Wil-Coms Roll-Up J-Pole Centerfire Ground-Plane → Find Repeaters → https://mygmrs.com

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Manage episode 515298040 series 3567831
Content provided by Caleb Nelson. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Caleb Nelson or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, Caleb Nelson (K4CDN | WRBR237) breaks down what GMRS can really do—and what it can’t.

You’ll learn how far GMRS actually reaches, why antenna height beats transmitter power every time, and what equipment upgrades make the biggest difference for families building real communication plans.

We’ll also cover license coverage, the truth about 50 watts, repeater basics, and why investing in a better antenna might triple your range overnight.

Links & Resources: Free GMRS License Express GuideLive Family Connect Webinar → Thursdays 7 PM ET | Replay Fri–Mon → More episodes → @PrepComms

Recommended Gear: BTECH GMRS-50PRORetevis RA86 ZBM2 QP Whip (use code PREPCOMMS) → Wil-Coms Roll-Up J-Pole Centerfire Ground-Plane → Find Repeaters → https://mygmrs.com

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