[Lvas] Shortwave radio

[Rob]

David Blanchette wrote:
> Anyone know where one can buy a shortwave radio that picks up WWV and 
> doesn't cost an arm and a leg?  I need one for the asteroid 
> occultation Thursday.
>
> I picked up a radio at Radio Shack, but it did not pick up WWV.  I 
> took it back, planning to buy the next higher priced model.  The guy 
> there said not to bother, but offered me the $149 model...
>
> WalMart does not appear to sell radios anymore, period.  No 
> "emergency" radios in the camping area.
>
> The Target website lists half a dozen radios, but they are all "online only."
>
> Bass Pro shops website lists only one, expensive radio.
>
> REI lists several, but the store is clear across town in 
> Henderson.  I may try to get out there, maybe try Fry's while I'm 
> that direction.
>
> Circuit City does not carry radios
>
> -- David
>
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Dave,

I just bought one at Amateur Electronic Supply (AES), but I bought the 
$149 Sangean.  They did have some less expensive models.  AES is off of 
Tropical on Polaris (4640 S).

Rob
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