Re: Scanner Usage On Road

["Joseph F. Governali" <jfgovern@mailbox.syr.edu>]

	Having used a scanner as a speed-trap evasion device, I can say
that it really didn't offer too much protection...   Aside from the fact
that the newer communication systems use trunked/digital communication,
the frequencies in use for even older analog systems are not consistant
from area to area.  This means that as you drive, you must constantly
change your scanning frequencies.  Although I had a 100 channel Bearcat
(scanned at about 100ch/2sec), I found myself constantly fiddling with the
squelch, changing bands, etc...  I have long-since given-up on trying to
use the radio as a "tool of the road."  The CB, on the other hand, is
absolutely irreplacable.  You just need to master the art of "southern
drawl."  Otherwise, it's sometimes hard to get a response from truckers!
At least that's the case here in upstate NY.  The bottom line for avoiding
tickets is PAYING ATTENTION and maintaining a constant 360 deg. visual
scan.  This has saved my insurance rate more times than the
radio/scanner/detector combined!  Also, it doesn't hurt to have a pair of
binoculars in the glove box for the passenger to use on those long, 80mph+
drives!  Happy driving... avoid the revenue generators!

... Joe

87 5KTQ
90 Mazda Miata
84 Yamaha RZ350
91 Suzuki GSXR750
93 Honda CR250
96 Sea-Doo HX
TOO MUCH TO WRENCH ON!!  :-)