I'm looking to get a handheld VHF radio in case of an emergency on the water as well as something to get weather updates. Can anyone give me recommendations for certain models or point me in the direction of other resources for reviews, etc? Any thoughts are appreciated.

colpumpkinnuts,

I just moved a similar request to this section it has some answers that might be of help to you. You might check it out for starters.

Mikekayak

Great, thanks. That actually answered a lot of my questions.

I have standard Horizon model hx850s floats and have used it for few years in the boat and now the kayak. Good battery life also.