Brought to you by Hub City Mercantile CB (Citizens Band) radio remains a popular communication tool for hobbyists, truckers, and preparedness enthusiasts. Offering a way to connect over short distances without needing a license, CB radios operate on the 11-meter band, a frequency range that holds unique significance. In this episode we get into the practical use of CB's for Preppers (a prepper should had a CB Radio!) as well as a great deal of my past use of the platform (almost 45 years) Free eBook: CB Radio for Preppers CB radio is an essential tool for preppers because it's cheap, easy to access, and many people already own one. Unlike more complex systems, CB radios require minimal setup and can be easily operated without specialized training. Additionally, improvised antennas often work well with CB radios, making them a versatile and reliable communication method during emergencies when traditional networks fail. Don't forget the Antenna! It's the Most Important part of your system! The CB Radio Antenna I grew up with, just add the magnet kit: the K-40 CB Radio Power Supplies SSB CB Radios Radioddity Micro CB CB Radio Base Antenna Ideas: Youtube CB Antennas on Amazon Hub City Mercantile: Baofeng HT Replacement Antenna What is SSB (single sideband): Youtube   Printable PDF CB Frequencies Chart