Hand Candy: Standard Horizon VHF Radio w/ GPS

While a VHF marine radio is really more nautical-necessity than crave-worthy candy, the Standard Horizon HX851 bears some mighty tasty features — rightly warranting a little salivating. The updated version of the original HX850S (which at its release was the first VHF handheld radio with GPS), this new and improved little guy packs even more functionality into its tiny package. Think: clown-car of handhelds. So let’s run through a few standout features: It floats – Drop overboard it bobs right to the surface. It’s submersible – Has an IPX7 rating making it submersible to 1 meter for 30 mins without internal damage. It glows in the dark – A luminescent gasket outlining the case makes it easy to find in the dark. It’s a communication commando – Push button controls, full DSC functions (including distress call with position), 10 programmable fave channels and up to 6 watts of transmit power. It navigates – Includes integrated 12 channel GPS receiver, 200 programmable waypoints — even navigates to the waypoints as well as to DSC position requests. It’s flashy – A water-activated LED Strobe transmits S.O.S Morse code when enabled, assisting rescue efforts. It comes prepared – Includes both a 12-volt DC charger and an automatic AC charger so you’re ready to head out when it arrives.

The HX851 Handheld VHF Radio is ideal to take exploring out in the dinghy, to use as an onboard backup, as a staple of your ditch bag, or even as a gift for the boater who thinks they have everything.

Get the Standard Horizon HX851 VHF Here: Standard Horizon HX851 VHF

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