BCA Link Radio's

[Shermanator]

So I'm stealing a little bit of Big Nasty's thunder here but I think he'll forgive me, the pics attached are from him. He sent them to me a couple days ago, yup, that's him, caught up in one of those nasty tree wells. To make it worse his one foot was pinned on top of the running board and the other one underneath the track! All he had to keep himself from falling backwards down the well was by hanging onto the sled. He recently purchased one of the BCA radio's, with the mike right on the shoulder strap. In this instance he was able to still hang onto the sled with one hand and use the mike with the other, rescue on the way!

After hearing his story and doing a little bit of reading on the radio, I now have one as well and must say it worked like a hot dam today up on the hill! Not just the "save my life" scenario, but just for keeping in touch with your sled buddies, getting unstuck or whatever, they sure work slick. I still carry my Rino but, its usually stuffed in my pack or a pocket and is just not as easy to use as the BCA. When you see the money sledder's put into their ride, such as wraps, new bumpers, helmet cams and other fancy schmancy stuff, there isn't anything more valuable or worth the coin than one of these little radios, cats sphincter!! Thanks BN !!

 

[Mike270412]

Love the way everybody takes pictures first before helping LOL. We use the radios also and love them.We lost a guy in the Renshaw last year and it would have probably turned into search and rescue if we had none.

 

[LBZ]

So what frequency are some of you using?
I'm piecing together an old but good work radio that will need to be programmed.
Is there a list of sorts that the BCA and Rhino's come pre-programmed with?

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[Mike270412]

2-Way Radio Reference Information
FRS and GMRS Radio Frequencies (aka freqs or channels, indicator (channel) numbers used by Motorola and many other brands but are not a standard)
1—462.5625 GMRS/FRS
2—462.5875 GMRS/FRS
3—462.6125 GMRS/FRS
4—462.6375 GMRS/FRS
5—462.6625 GMRS/FRS
6—462.6875 GMRS/FRS
7—462.7125 GMRS/FRS
8—467.5625 FRS (limited power in any radio)
9—467.5875 FRS (limited power in any radio)
10–467.6125 FRS (limited power in any radio)
11–467.6375 FRS (limited power in any radio)
12–467.6625 FRS (limited power in any radio)
13–467.6875 FRS (limited power in any radio)
14–467.7125 FRS (limited power in any radio)
15–462.5500 GMRS/FRS
16–462.5750 GMRS/FRS
17–462.6000 GMRS/FRS
18–462.6250 GMRS/FRS
19–462.6500 GMRS/FRS
20–462.6750 GMRS/FRS
21–462.7000 GMRS/FRS
22–462.7250 GMRS/FRS
FRS freqs 8 through 14 can be best for short distance communication, since they don’t overlap more powerful GMRS frequencies other people may be using. On the other hand, if you’re in a relatively unpopulated area I’d suggest figuring out what higher power options your radio has, and using those channels/settings if your party tends to get spread out. Penalty for doing this is battery life, but keep your transmissions short and you shouldn’t have any problem (transmitting is what uses up battery, listening uses minimal power unless your radio speaker is constantly blaring).

 

[solarguy]

I can't imagine riding without the BCA radio after a couple of seasons with them. My Rhino has been retired, I use the AXYS gauge as my gps now.

 

[LBZ]

2-Way Radio Reference Information
FRS and GMRS Radio Frequencies (aka freqs or channels, indicator (channel) numbers used by Motorola and many other brands but are not a standard)
1—462.5625 GMRS/FRS
2—462.5875 GMRS/FRS
3—462.6125 GMRS/FRS
4—462.6375 GMRS/FRS
5—462.6625 GMRS/FRS
6—462.6875 GMRS/FRS
7—462.7125 GMRS/FRS
8—467.5625 FRS (limited power in any radio)
9—467.5875 FRS (limited power in any radio)
10–467.6125 FRS (limited power in any radio)
11–467.6375 FRS (limited power in any radio)
12–467.6625 FRS (limited power in any radio)
13–467.6875 FRS (limited power in any radio)
14–467.7125 FRS (limited power in any radio)
15–462.5500 GMRS/FRS
16–462.5750 GMRS/FRS
17–462.6000 GMRS/FRS
18–462.6250 GMRS/FRS
19–462.6500 GMRS/FRS
20–462.6750 GMRS/FRS
21–462.7000 GMRS/FRS
22–462.7250 GMRS/FRS
FRS freqs 8 through 14 can be best for short distance communication, since they don’t overlap more powerful GMRS frequencies other people may be using. On the other hand, if you’re in a relatively unpopulated area I’d suggest figuring out what higher power options your radio has, and using those channels/settings if your party tends to get spread out. Penalty for doing this is battery life, but keep your transmissions short and you shouldn’t have any problem (transmitting is what uses up battery, listening uses minimal power unless your radio speaker is constantly blaring).

Sweet thanks.
What frequency do most guys use?

 

[ThrottleOps]

All good until this Happens! Anyone know how to get a replacement mic?

 

[Pink-Inc]

Funny I just started looking into these tonight. I have a set of Motorolas and one just stopped transmitting all of a sudden and they haven't been used much at all. I'll be picking up one of these very soon

 

[~Rowdy~]

I found myself in a similar situation over the holidays, smoked a tree, a huge hunk of snow from the tree completely knocked me off my sled and somehow I wound up in the well underneath my sled. Used my BCA to call for some assistance. Very useful tool!

 

[BEL]

We tried these out over the holidays for the first time as well, and they were fantastic. Never had anyone in a situation like above but sure great for getting updates on where people are and also for checking out whether dropping into that bowl is a good idea or not.

 

[minnow10]

I also have used these BC Link for the first time this year, bought a pair last year, Used other radios, in pockets, backpacks, etc. I have these units kept in an inside pocket and clipped to my inside shoulder strap, they work fine, can push the big button with my gloves and talk through my coat. would have to put it outside on my heavy coat. ( my backpack does not accommodate for the cord). The one guy I ride with keeps in his backpack and runs cord through his shoulder strap works great. clear, range is good handy- not bulky, readily available when needed. I would recommend them.

 

[Big nasty]

Yep true story! My riding group did ask if I was ok and if it was alright to take pics before pulling me out.Lol. Radios work great and well worth the $$.

 

[scotts]

I use one and They are a nice little radio,but a bit limited! kinda wish the Rino had the mic option, being able to pinpoint your riding partners is priceless!

 

[~Rowdy~]

I use one and They are a nice little radio,but a bit limited! kinda wish the Rino had the mic option, being able to pinpoint your riding partners is priceless!

Just started using the BCA link this season and love it but I still keep my rhino in my pack off and turn on when needed to pinpoint a buddy.

 

[scotts]

I just hate packing more devices than what's on the space shuttle,Transceiver, BCA, Rino, Spot....! I wish there was one unit that did it all!

 

[~Rowdy~]

I just hate packing more devices than what's on the space shuttle,Transceiver, BCA, Rino, Spot....! I wish there was one unit that did it all!

Totally agree with you!

 

[monsterxlr8]

How much do a set of these radios run a person? Just looking into getting setup with radios for our riding group. Nice to be able to communicate with people while on the move or separated.

 

[medler]

Thought around $175/ piece or something

 

[plio7]

How much do a set of these radios run a person? Just looking into getting setup with radios for our riding group. Nice to be able to communicate with people while on the move or separated.

Sold individually for about 160-180$ but you can get discounts if you buy in quantities

 

[CATPRIDE]

Where does one purchase these radios?