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

[David Marcucci]

Correction: Casey,  KC1NID, is organizing the group buy.

73,
Dave KC1TLF

On Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 11:27 AM David Marcucci <dmarcucci at gmail.com> wrote:

> 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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