I have to use the long wire that comes with the Yacht Boy and then I might add some. It really makes a difference. Have you downloaded grib files? They are allot clearer and more info in smaller size the WX.
Way Kewl
About the Sat Phone. It's only 50 miles from south Florida to Bimini and I have never had any problem with talking with someone all the way if I wished. In fact sometimes I wish there weren't so much chatter.
Fair Winds Oh and the rain let up and it hit F today... Come on Down
Cap'n Dave