On Fri, 31 Oct 2003 19:07:17 -0600, "Gene Rector" wrote:

Howdy! FRS/GMRS radios do not seem to work very well in heavily wooded areas
if you are hiking or hunting and want to keep in touch with others a mile or
so away. I was wondering if maybe hand held CB's might be a better choice
and if so, what are some that are small that would be a choice? Thanks!
Always, Gene

Not a good alternative. Much heavier, and more batteries are needed. Also, you
need an extra long antenna.

Vinnie S.