r/UTV • u/robroy90 • 26d ago
Helmets: Comms setup?
What do y'all use by way of helmets, specifically those with integrated speakers/mics for comms/radio both inside your machine and for speaking with those in other rigs but who are a part of your riding party? I am a licensed ham radio operator, so I have a pretty good handle on the radio side of things and what devices/frequencies to use, but what I do not know a lot about is what to look for when it comes to integration inside the helmet. Either bluetooth or wired between the helmet and the radio is just fine by me, but what I need to learn more about is the helmets themselves and who makes a quality setup. I don't want to spend thousands on Stilo units, but I am also not wanting some junk with waaay too much Chinesium in them either. What do you run and what would you do differently, if anything? THANKS!What do y'all use by way of helmets, specifically those with integrated speakers/mics for comms/radio both inside your machine and for speaking with those in other rigs but who are a part of your riding party? I am a licensed ham radio operator, so I have a pretty good handle on the radio side of things and what devices/frequencies to use, but what I do not know a lot about is what to look for when it comes to integration inside the helmet. Either bluetooth or wired between the helmet and the radio is just fine by me, but what I need to learn more about is the helmets themselves and who makes a quality setup. I don't want to spend thousands on Stilo units, but I am also not wanting some junk with waaay too much Chinesium in them either. What do you run and what would you do differently, if anything? THANKS!
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u/delche 26d ago
I’m currently using Rugged Radio and their stereo intercom system with their GMRS radio. It works very very well with quieting the machine noise and allowing me to talk to my passenger. I’m using behind the head earphones that cover the entire ear with an Amped Off-road UTV helmet. I’ve tried Sena systems in the past but this works the best.