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GMRS vs. CB vs. Ham | Buyer’s Guide - Goats Trail

Most trail riders and overlanders? GMRS

The power advantage, FM audio, and repeater access are real. The licensing friction is not. If you're buying your first trail radio right now, this is the correct choice.

Casual rider who won't bother with any license? CB

It’s not the best option, but functional for basic convoy communication and legitimately free of paperwork. Just go in with realistic range expectations.

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