Baofeng GMRS-9R Review - Overview, Demonstration & Range Test Of Baofeng's New Waterproof GMRS Radio
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- This new Baofeng GMRS-9R kit sold by Abbree comes with two batteries, a shoulder mic, and the 18-inch Abbree foldable antenna. I show you this new GMRS HT walkie-talkie radio, test the power output and see how many fars does it talks.
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pinned comments are dumb
😂😂😂
Pinnedddddddd!!!
Dang, you're good.
He just wanted the spotlight.
LOL
The perfect radio for when your Yellow Submarine is leaking and you need to call a plumber. Thanks Randy.
LOL 😂
@@royrobinson4636 or a taxi
I bought it for my motorcycle/sidecar because of it being waterproof
I keep buying all the radios for my active GMRS Lifestyle only to realize that I don’t have a lifestyle… or a life for that matter.
You're not alone.
You simply ask more interesting people what they are doing. You state the boring, typical thing you are doing, and you will get advice or a repeater-warming story topper.
So many radios and no one to talk to.
I got radios, but nobody to talk to and nothing to say. 😃
I will tell you that I was driving a few hours away going to visit relatives in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. I was passing through Waynesboro and did a radio check on a repeater that is situated up on a mountain nearby. I got to talk to a nice feller named Glen who was about 40 miles up the road who sits around monitoring the repeater all day.
Dammit. Now I have to buy this new radio that I don’t need. Since I already have 58 GMRS radios.
Note for anyone looking at this radio: with the belt clip, you have a little piece that screws in atop a slotted bit on the radio. They DO NOT give you a longer screw, the stock one only gets one thread in. It will strip out, so you need to source a slightly longer screw for it. Just a heads up
@@JayRoberts244 So did mine.
I have purchased 3 of these radios in the last month or so and all of mine came with a longer screw.
I got a longer screw and it's so wonky of a belt clip I can see why this feature was skipped in the video.
Mine came with a long and short screw. Of course I put the long one in when the short one ripped out.
I received a longer screw. Received mine 4/23/24.
Thank you, Chris, for your efforts on behalf of children in need. Randy, keep up the good work. Your reviews are entertaining and informative. The t-shirts are (mostly) awesome!
My Midland MXT275 came today and my new GMRS callsign came last week only 4 days after applying, so it looks like this could be my next handheld for range testing out to all of our Camp Host sites. I installed a 1/2~ fiberglass GMRS antenna on the ladder of our RV with a 10' PVC extension under it so we can get a better line of sight condition. We are at the valley bottom and you can see the tops of the foothills from here where the roads enter the canyons between the 14K' peaks, so true line of sight depends on how many twists the canyons have until you get to the campgrounds, but looking forward to testing for communications range with my boss (wife) and our other maintenance guy to our Host sites. The MXT275 is more likely to be powered inside the RVs than higher-powered radios due to the limitations of the 12-volt charging ports built-in into the RVs. However, our Hosts also have the need to communicate from their golf carts which is where the Baofeng would come in. Thanks for the review and the affiliate link.
callsign? applying
Hello sir! Just got my GMRS 2 days ago, got this today. Hit me buddy 7 miles away in the rolling Appalachian’s of CT. I’m freaking out I love this stuff.
Sincerely,
Your #1 fan
Damnnnnnn why am I laying in bed at midnight watching these videos when I have work in the morning?! Now I’m look at Amazon for this package deal, why are you making me spend all my hard earned cents?!
For everyone asking… from what I can tell is that the UV-9R has replacement batteries that can be charged directly via usb-c.
For me, that is a game changer for shtf/grid down scenarios or backcountry hiking.
USB-C charging needs to be the standard or at least an option in addition to dock charging
Yup! The uv9r is basically a UV5R with this shell. I have both. Just got the GMRS-9R today! It hit my buddy 7 miles over some hills he was listening on his UV5R
I really like this radio.. works perfectly for what I use it for. Comes in clear on everyone's radio. Comes in really clear on the repeaters and then battery last for a good while even when transmitting on high...definitely worth the 32 dollars or whatever it cost
"my people. They need TP for their bungholes! ARE YOU THREATENING ME!?!"
I swear, I could listen to you talk about literally anything lol.
@01:46 mossberg's rock. I'm a huge fan. That immediately visible thumb safety has it all over Remington 570. Just like Remingtons, mossbergs always go bang when you pull the trigger.
Love the Mossberg, but the Remington 870 is a great one, too. I think the value leader, though, is the Mossberg Maverick 88 at only 200 bucks!
Thank you Randy for showing me my next purchase!
I like that Boo-fwang. It seems to squirt enough electricities to get enough fars.
Thanks for the review. Could you do a comparison and your thoughts as to how this radio stacks up against UV-9G?
Who knows buddy… who knows
same request.
I have a UV-9G, and I looked at the link provided for the UV-9R and read that the ABBREE UV-9R does not have FM radio function. "Note: In order to meet the FCC requirements, Baofeng will upgrade the GMRS-9R series of walkie-talkies, and the radio not have FM radio function. "
Another great video Randy.
Chris, thank you for being the real star of this operation.
For those who prefer to look ultra sexxy with the speaker mic, this is a good choice.
We use UV9Rs for fire fighter training.
This mic has stood up to several hundred degree temps, extremely wet and dirty usage.
Of the 10 mics I have only one has any damage. And that is just to the TX button cover, still works.
These RSMs from Abbree are legit.
Our UV9rs which look very similar to this radio have stood up to the same abuse with no failures.
This is a rugged radio for your adventuring, doomsday prepping, or, playing around in a burning building.
Good note & testimony on the 'Boo-Fwang' (aha) GMRS-9R radio.
I have two BF-F8HP's & love them.
Thanks for your firefighting service!
I just picked up two of these from Amazon. The everything kits, on sale for $50.00 ea.
I also just received my GMRS license. Thanks Randy, for all the great content. 🤝🤝
I'm glad Chris is back!! Now then who is a Chris?
Great video (as always). Thanks for going to the trouble of making them. Having just gotten into the world of YT video production, I can attest that it takes a lot of time and energy.
As for the antenna... Every. Single. ABREE antenna packaging. LOL. A note on those antennas: While they DO work better than factory and a lot of 'upgraded whip' (aka 771ishness) they don't like to take any impact/stress on the 'folded edge'. The way they mounted the SMA connector is weak and it'll separate/break it right off. IMO it's an outstanding antenna to have, but it's better to carry that folded up in your pack if you're out and about and put it on if you need it; just keeping the normal antenna on the radio most of the time will save you frustration and a few bucks while still being plenty capable for most operations/requirements.
Does this use the typical battery style that the UV-5R (and variants) use?
Also, did you try to, ummm... 'unlock' transmit function... using the new UV-5R 3-button cheat hackiness?
I like the belt clip you can take it off without removing from your belt 😮
Best radio vids anywhere! Keep exposing the sad HAM “experts” and keep helping those of us who just want to talk to our buddies & family when we’re out of cell signal or are prepping for when the SHTF. BTW, is there any real difference between the 9G & 9R?
They keypad on the 9R is more cool.
@@TheNotaRubicon not sure I can handle cool since you’ve turned me into a dork
@@TheNotaRubicon That the only difference?
I want to start a crowdfund to get you a pencil sharpener...
Praise be to Xenu for your safe return to the US chris!
Just the thought of walking around the mall with that shoulder mic and fold-able antenna extended makes my loins twitch like a wounded lizard
I love the Beavis and Butthead poster! You're my kind of dude!
I noticed the kit without the programming cable comes with the nicer mic were the kit with the programming cable comes with the holster and the cheaper mic
I bought 2 of the UV9Gs for fishing...and other uses. Thanks to your videos I had some knowledge to make a selection.
And thanks for info with folding antenna..
Welcome home Chris.
Thank you Chris and welcome back to the US of A !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good job Chris, helping when needed!!
17 minutes until Chris's voice....... there is peace in the universe. Oh and nice review.
This is the gmrs version of the UV-9r pro I just got. they are identical in every way except that this radio is locked to GMRS. By the way, I just ordered the value kit of this radio. It will be here Saturday.
Hi Randy - I'm new to your channel. Love the content. You are my kind of people! I saw in a prior video of handhelds you use the uv-9g one of them. I'm just curious if there is any reason to get the uv-9g over the GMRS-9r (from your opinion). Not asking you to decide for me, but I'm new to GMRS and looking for some units for me and the fam. Other than not having usbc charging, I like the ip67 rating and am considering these. Would love to know if you were buying today, would you stick with uv-9g or go with GMRS-9r ... and why if you don't mind sharing. Thanks.
Welcome to the channel Alan
I'm glad yours works better than mine. I bought one June 9th, and returned it on June 10th. Every time the radio was not standing upright, it wouldn't receive anything.... ordered the UV9G . . . .
Yup -as with any low-cost, mass-produced item, sometimes you get a dud.
My new radio does that to. It works standing up but lay it down and it does this.
these antennas are vertically polarized, must be vertical for decent tx/rx.
Yes!! Finally the Baofeng 9R. Works great in Africa.
Love that Xenu has blessed you to talk many FARS! Thanks for all the amazing edu-tainment, Randy. Oh, my wife does hate you as I now own like 43 radios now. She doesn't believe ZUNU blessed me with them. Oh, btw - how da' hell do you spell Xenu?
X E N U !
I got my 9R today. Let see how works
Welcome back Chris. Another fantastic video.
Thanks!
thank you Chris for your time helping out!
Thanks, Randy @thenotarubicon! After watching your video, I ordered and received the same Deluxe package from Amazon for $48.xx plus tax. Very nice radio!
Included the programming cable.
Very cool radio and accessories package and great price for it all can't beat that ! I just wish Boofwang would update they're radio screens to something like a TFT / LCD type display with some color but definitely not a deal breaker
ur "introduction" of the batteries was, shall I say, quite impressive😮🇺🇸
Bro, I love your sense of humor. You are my go to radio channel. Keep up the good work.
Randy, waiting for mine now. Thanks
Got It
@@joesmith98765 mine is scheduled to arrive tomorrow
As of the time of this post, 09.29.2022, the same kit/configuration Randy reviewed is on Prime sale on Amazon for $49.
The radio actually looks very nice
Hey chris Thanks for all that you do Especially helping others in other countries affected by disaster 17:08 good video Randy as always @NotaRubicon Productions
Hey Chris! Happy to have you back!
Good to have you back Chris,
Thanks to your in-depth review, I bought a GMRS-9R and am enjoying the hell out of it. Except for one thing…
I DESPISE the swivel belt clip. If anyone out there were to design and market a fixed belt clip, I’d happily purchase one.
welcome back cotter, good on you for going out of country 👊🏼
I've just bought my boofwang it will be here tomorrow
I recently bought a different GMRS radio after watching one of your videos, but if I was going to purchase another GMRS radio (budget doesn't currently allow it unfortunately), I'd buy one of these, but in orange. Orange radios are cool. :~)
nicalodian edition!
hell yeah!
I like to impress the chicks with orange radios. LOL
We appreciate u Chris & appreciate the work u do for others outside of the country!🇺🇸
Thanks Chris, and you too Randy.
Why you talking down to your friend? and welcome back Chris
Pretty smart idea to put a metal tape measure into an antenna ;)
Thank you Chris. Good man.
Do a comparison test of that radio with the UV-9G I just bought it and if the 9R is better then I'll return the 9G to buy that radio
Worth the watch for the screen protector removal and the Mic demo alone!!!!! "I'm a dork I'm a dork"
Despite how the Sad Hams hate on Baofeng, they certainly provide value for the price. For those of us who want nothing more than to talk to our friends that's a very good thing.
You asked for a comet... Hailey's Comet! BTW, nice to hear you, Chris! WRKB697... Also KK7GXQ...
Wouldn't miss a video from you, Randy! I love the sarcasm!
I just bought one and am still in the testing stages. It appears to be a well-built rig however.
Great video!! How can I unlock or factory reset GMRS-9R?😁
I'd like to know as well
Factory reset is a usual menu item.
My friend got one and it has a USBC port on the back of the battery, with a light around the port that shows green or red
Can’t decide between this or the UV 9G, which one would you recommend or are they the same minus the keyboard? Thanks
Hi! What would be your choice between this GMRS-9R and UV-9G? Thanks!
Hey....Nice hand action you got there......Did you ever think about taking it on the road? Lol. Nice job! Thanks for the video. Always enjoyable to watch.
I'm always looking for a good hand-job.
😂 LMAO
👏.....Bravo!
Randy:
As always best radio reviews, sometimes watching your videos I wonder how great you would be doing a stand-up comedy routine.
Love the *Edu'tainment* I like these bundled kits with the additional (foldable) antenna, extra battery, waterproof rating, etc. This GMRS radio is a great (budget-friendly) 2-way communications choice for very active outdoors adventurers! Sadly, no VOX function and many of the accessories are not compatible or interchangeable with any of my hand-held "HT" radios or with our local 2-way network. Great review, Sir! We also appreciate Chris-530
Thank you Kris welcome back and I like to watch the videos they cool
Randy. I was wondering if any of the IP67, waterproof, submersible GMRS radios are designed to float? Being waterproof is great, but isn't very helpful if the radio isn't retrievable.
Great video!! Thanks Chris for all you do! The pictures of “Chris” had me 😂.. good stuff!
Love your videos. Ordered two of the full packages.
Love that music. It’s so fitting for your amazing content.
Thanks Chris!
Welcome home, Chris!
Can you make your friend Chris talk more. Very Soothing 😍
Another great video man you are hilarious. I’ve been binging your videos since Father’s Day when I got my radio. I’m a dork I’m a dork
Would you recommend this radio over the KG-S88G for someone just getting into GMRS. I would be using it in my Jeep. I know they are different. The KG gives you the full 5 wattts, but for the price, this Baofeng seems like a really good deal!! Thank you. I love your videos Randy!!! Keep them coming!
I can't speak for the radio Randy is reviewing, but I have been using my Kg-s88 for about two weeks now. I like the orange option as I use this for hiking and kayaking. Plus I like the internal charge port and the overall size, smaller than my 935. With my 88 i can hit a repeater about 40 ish miles away when standing outside. Lots of hilly terrain and even with the shorter antenna, they said I was coming in with a strong signal. Happy shopping and good luck buying just one. I have been programmed with, "Affiliate link below," and then a new radio shows up at my door, lol. Congrats on getting into GMRS.
Which came first? The GMRS 9R, or the UV9G? And why should I buy which one as my first walkie-talkie?
Great video and great radio but unfortunately doesnt transmit on frequency mode, only in channel mode. Any way to fix that?
This is by design, as with all GMRS radios, and no way around it.
I really like your content, thank you!
I'm sure you are super busy but I'm asking for your opinion on how this 9R stacks up against UV-9G? I would really appreciate it. Want to get an entry level radio and I've got $60. Specifically looking for a water proof/highly water resistant and rugged (if that's not asking too much for $60). For emergencies, camping, hiking, fishing etc. Seems like a no brainer.
Thank you Chris. I appreciate you.
Randy, maybe you could get the actual Bevis & Butthead artist to do a cartoon interpretation of you and one entire review episode !🤣
Randy I love the Beavis and Butt-Head Pic in the background
Welcome back Chris!
Anyone have any luck getting Channel 15 to Tx? For some reason ABBREE ships them with 462.550 locked out.
Which radio would you choose the UV-9G or the GMRS-9R. I'd like to order some from your store. If, you have another GMRS you recommend please opine.
Ok, I’m pulling my hair out and it is getting thin! Why can’t I program my local repeaters in the DYI channels on the GMRS-9R? Struggling here. Yes I have read the manual! Help anyone!
Love the channel keep the videos coming.
Program the repeaters on Ch23 thru ch 30.
Am I the only one who thinks that the first antenna sounded better than the folding one .
I also noticed that.
Another great video sir.
Love the beavis and butthead picture in the background! Nostalgia is cool (uhh hu huh huh uh huh huh)
So this radio does not allow me to use VHF/UHF??
Really enjoy your channel
Just an FYI... I just got the GMRS-9R yesterday. Seems like it has the same problem that the UV-9G had where it picks up the NOAA channels while scanning (thereby stopping to listen during every loop). I'm not sure I got the right manual in the box, but it doesn't seem to mention any way around this. There was a firmware fix for the UV-0G released last fall to fix the issue. Also, I don't see any mention of Wx Alerts in the manual or the menus. If you don't need Wx or scan, I guess it's not a problem, but I would like to be able to scan for use in the kayak...
Edit - Also, I'm not sure if the Weather Alert function is working. Again, no mention of it in the manual, and I don't see any settings for it in the menus. This is also a key feature for me. Other radios I own have menu options to enable or disable the feature. I sent these questions to Abbree and will update here if/when I hear back from them.
I'm not sure how to do it manually, but you can use CHIRP programming software(free) and the appropriate programming cable to set those channels to "skip" during scanning.
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Thanks. Been wondering about this one.
Thank you for your video. Did you download the software for this radio to your PC. Did you have any issues with channel 15? Thank you.