[bars] Interest in 900 Mhz equipment group buy???

[David Marcucci]

BARS members,

I mentioned at the last monthly meeting that the Granite State Amateur
Radio Society (GSARA) had done some group buys of 900 Mhz HTs and I would
share details when I had them.

Well, GSARA had a club meeting Friday on 900 Mhz (you can watch it at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F0DRM0-NKo) and they are planning another
group buy. There was limited interest in mobiles but was interest in HTs
from the GSARA members, so it may be limited to handhelds only. Curtis,
N1CMD, gave the presentation and knew some BARS members may have been
interested. Hi is looking to gauge interest on the group buy. I don't have
full details yet, I'll know more after I get back to him with how many
people may be interested.

*THE ASK: IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING IN ON THE GROUP BUY LET ME KNOW
ASAP.*

Let me know if you are interested in an HT, a mobile (in the off
chance they include those), or both. You will then be included on a
followup email for final commitment with more details on what will be in
the purchase and expected final price range.

As an FYI, the last time the HTs were Motrorolla XPR 6580s which were in
fair used condition (old municipal radios). They came with a charger,
handmic, battery, and they were programmed for local New England 900 Mhz
repeaters. Neither the handmic or battery had any guarantee on longevity.
Both of mine have been fine but I haven't used the HT for long stints so I
have no idea the battery life. The cost last time was estimated to be
$35-$40 and ended up being $35. New batteries are available online with
USB-C charging ports and I know some folks ordered those.

Talk to you on 900 Mhz soon, maybe??

73,
Dave KC1TLF
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