Mt Whitney Zone Forums General Discussion HAM radio for safety/checking in

two experts:

Kurt Wedberg, the professional guide, carries one in the Sierra, and seems to find it useful.

Asabat, who knows more than most, technically. this is page on using HAM on the PCT:

http://www.qsl.net/a/aa6j//pct/

and his HAM radio page:

http://www.qsl.net/aa6j/