It appears to be doing an ok job. Living in the Oregon hills (Mountains) can be a problem or a blessing with propagation. I am on a hill side that benefits calls in several directions, but blocks them in others. lol!

I have only been using GMRS for a few months now, but with the help of the local repeater owner I am connected to his repeater and linked to several others in southern Oregon. My Son holds a Gen ham lic. and wanted the rest of the family to try out GMRS to stay in contact with other family members ...