I always keep my hand held within reach. It is a Cobra "Road Trip" model and maybe 5 years old. I have rechargeable AA's in it and it will last for a long time.
Generally I only listen to it if traffic starts slowing, there is a backup on the road, or there is severe weather. It came with a short magnetic antenna but I rarely attach it.
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Full Time in 2017 Newmar Ventana 4369
pulling a 24' enclosed (Mini Cooper/Harley/Kayak)
(traded 2014 Thor Challenger)
US Army 70-73 Retired LEO
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