The Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio is our award winning license-free radio designed and tested in the Colorado Rockies. Created with climbers and skiers in mind, the compact radio is suited for any rugged adventure where communication is critical.
A specialized lithium-ion battery provides over 4 days of battery life, even in very cold conditions (-20°F). For enhanced durability, the radio has a shatterproof LED screen and thermoplastic protective covering. Unlike the fragile plastic clips of other radios, the Mountain Radio easily secures to backpacks and harnesses using an ultra-light carabiner and back-up leash.
The radio transmits the maximum power legally allowed for use without a license (2-watts). The max range is over 35 miles, however, 1 to 5 miles is more typical in backcountry terrain. For more info on range, please see our range testing video or blog post.
The Mountain Radio is ready to use out of the box and requires zero configuration. The electronics are simple and reliable - the radio has 5 buttons that are easy to understand while still supporting the critical advanced features (such as privacy codes to prevent outside interference).
Compatible with our Waterproof Hand Mic!
Read about our 2 year warranty and commitment to sustainability. If you have additional questions, don't hesitate to contact us or refer to the FAQ page.
• One radio with shatterproof screen (4.8 oz)
• Trango® Quantum Carabiner (0.8 oz)
• Metal-reinforced back-up leash
• Lithium-ion battery (replaceable) and USB-C charging cable
FRS (no license required)
128
121 (CTCSS and DCS)
Line-of-sight: 35+ miles
Mountains: 1 to 5 miles
Forest/Hills: 0.5 to 3 miles
City: Up to 1 mile
2 Watt
Privacy Codes, Channel Lock, High/Low Power Modes, Scan Mode, Roger Beep
IP56 (Splashproof/Snowproof, not submergible)
Rechargable 1550 mAh Li-ion
9.3 cm tall x 6.3 cm wide x 2.8 cm thick
Radio Only: 6.1oz, with leash: 7.9 oz
-20° to 120° fahrenheit
10° to 100° fahrenheit
USB-C (Charging cable included)
K1 (dual pin 3.5mm-2.5mm) type
7.5cm, non-removable
DESIGNED FOR
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Durability
Shatterproof screen and protective covering
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Range
1-5 mile range in mountain terrain
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Battery Life
4 days on a single charge
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Ease of Use
Carabiner and backup leash for quick access
TOP AWARDS
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Best Snow Safety Gear
"It's got a shatterproof screen, and the batteries last over three days on a single charge, making it ideal for long missions." -
Top 7 Gear Innovations
“From Eldo adventures to big alpine traverses, and the benefits of walkie talkies are even greater than I anticipated” -
2024 Editors Choice
"with their simple, svelte, and rugged design and cold-tolerant batteries, we toss them in our pack for a wide variety of adventures" -
Best Walkie Talkie
“the Rocky Talkie simply blew away the competition in our range and clarity tests, and it wasn’t even really close”
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