As the new year rolls in, we’re sure many people have vowed to lead a more active outdoor lifestyle in 2024. This could include swapping the cosy indoors, and trips to the pub, for exhilarating bike rides, conquering mountain trails, and fresh weekend walks with the family.

Wherever an outdoor adventure takes you this year, two-way communication can’t be taken for granted. Keep reading to discover how walkie-talkies will keep you connected and protected whilst enjoying the great outdoors.

New Year, New Goals: The Rise in Outdoor Activities

It’s all well and good to set yourself a resolution to be more active, but you are going to struggle to maintain it unless you are enjoying it at the same time. Outdoor activities such as cycling, hiking and walking can double as social outings and activities by inviting a couple of mates along. Walkie-talkies can keep you and your group connected whilst.

Hiking is one of the best ways to get your daily dose of nature and serotonin at a less intense pace. However, losing your way on unmarked trails can be stressful and not to mention extremely dangerous. With your trusty walkie-talkies, you can assign your hiking group a designated navigator to check the map and stay in communication with to make sure no one gets lost.  Walkie-talkies allow you to communicate quickly and clearly so no wrong turns are taken.

Why you shouldn’t use a mobile phone

Many hiking trails are in remote areas with poor or no cell phone reception. Walkie-talkies operate on their frequencies, bypassing the need for cellular networks, and ensuring continuous communication between the hiking group. Plus, using radios is way more fun!

Walkie talkies for cycling

Cycling is another popular activity taken up in the new year. Hold onto your handlebars, tighten those helmets, and get ready to peddle into your next adventure. However, even seasoned cyclists face challenges whilst out of the open road. Unexpected road hazards, bike breakdowns, or a medical emergency. Coming equipped with your walkie-talkies means you can contact your cycling group quickly in case of trouble.

Many walkie-talkies can be clipped onto your handlebars and feature VOX (Voice-activated transmission) for simple hands-free operation on the go.

Our top 3 recommendations 

Walkie-talkies come in all different types, sizes, and styles. For outdoor adventures and leisure use, we recommend licence-free handheld walkie-talkies. These are plug-and-play devices that require no licence and little to no programming to use within the U.K.

Recommendation 1 – Motorola T92

The Motorola T92 has a floating waterproof, rugged design and will keep your group no matter the environment. The T92 comes in a twin pack and has a range of safety and productivity features.

• Up to 23 Hour battery life*
• IP67 rating It can be submerged in water of 1 meter for up to 30 minutes
• Floating design with water-activated flashlight for easy retrieval
• Emergency alert
• Hands-free VOX
• Available to purchase HERE

Recommendation 2 – Hytera AP515LF

The Hytera AP515LF is a compact lightweight walkie-talkie with an impressive 25-hour battery life.

• Only 200g and 10.5 cm tall
• Noise cancellation technology.
• 3Watt speaker
• 25-hour battery life
• IP54 rated
• Available to buy HERE

Recommendation 3 – ICOM IC-U20SR

This ultra-compact device weighs only 156g and is less than 10 cm tall. This device will provide convenient communication on to go, without the users feeling weighed down.

• large high-definition LCD screen
• IP54 rated
• 21-hour battery life
• 2 programmable buttons
• Hands-free VOX

Available to buy HERE

To learn more about IP ratings click here

To see our full top 10 walkie-talkies list of 2023 click here

In conclusion, outdoor adventures are your ticket to an active lifestyle and walkie-talkies are the key to staying connected, safe and thriving!

So lace up your walking boots, grab your bike helmet and browse our range of licence-free leisure walkie-talkies to help meet your New Years fitness goals

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