In nowadays outdoor activities, hiking, camping and skiing are attracting more and more enthusiasts. However, while enjoying the nature, maintaining effective communication is an important part to ensure safety and smooth progress. And walkie-talkie becomes an indispensable communication tool in outdoor activities. 

Here are some benefits of walkie-talkie during outdoor actiities

Instant communication

        In mountaineering, camping and skiing environments, where the environment is complex and the signal is unstable, the use of walkie-talkies can realize instant voice communication. For example, when a group of mountaineers climbing a mountain, away from the cell phone signal coverage area, if there is an unexpected situation, through the walkie-talkie, teammates can quickly communicate with each other, and convey important information in a timely manner, such as distress, adjusting the itinerary and so on. This advantage of instant communication not only improves the safety of the activity, but also enhances the teamwork ability.

Accommodate harsh environment

Outdoor activities often face changeable weather and difficult terrain. Walkie-talkies are more durable than mobile phones, many walkie-talkies have waterproof and dustproof function, and can work normally in rain and snow or dusty environments. For example, in the ski resort, skiers may encounter strong winds or snow, and use a high protection level walkie-talkie, even in such harsh conditions, to maintain contact with their companions and ensure safety.

Facilitate group activities

For team activities, the multi-user communication function of the walkie-talkie is very important. Take camping as an example, when a group of people are scattered in different camps or activity areas, the use of walkie-talkies can easily coordinate and communicate. For instance, when someone prepares dinner at the camp, others can ask about the preparation of ingredients through the walkie-talkie, or determine the time and place of gathering, avoiding the confusion caused by the inability to contact.

When choosing a walkie-talkie, some important performance should be taken in consideration to ensure it can meet outdoor activities need.

Communication range

Choose a walkie-talkie with a wide communication range, usually more than 2-5 kilometers, or even farther, especially in mountains and forests, where complex terrain may affect the communication distance. Certain high-performance walkie-talkies provide greater coverage and are suitable for use in a wide range of activities.

Battery capacity

Long outdoor activities require a long battery life for the walkie-talkie. Choose a walkie-talkie with a large battery capacity to ensure that the communication will not be lost due to insufficient power during long-term use. In addition, the fast charging function and Type-C charging interface is also a plus, which can be charged using the mobile phone charging bank you carry with you.

 IP Protection

The outdoor environment is changeable, and the choice of walkie-talkie with IP67 or higher protection level can ensure its waterproof and dustproof function. In a rainy or dusty environment, it can still be used normally to avoid communication interruption due to environmental impact.

Sound quality

Sound quality is a significant factor when using walkie-talkies, especially in noisy environments such as ski resorts or campgrounds. Choosing a two way radio with clear sound quality and high noise immunity ensures that messages are clearly conveyed in all environments.

Multi-channel selection

An outstanding walkie-talkie should have multiple channels to avoid interference. The ability to flexibly switch channels in different environments ensures smooth communication.  

Emergency functions

 Some walkie-talkies are equipped with an emergency call function or SOS function, which is extremely important in outdoor adventures. In the event of an emergency, it can quickly send out a distress signal to attract the attention of teammates or contact nearby rescuers. Choosing a walkie-talkie with such features can add a layer of safety to the activity.