Radio Coverage
We have more coverage of the race course than anyone else. We cover 98% of the race course, far more than anyone else. Our coverage is better than anyone else because our system allows you to talk from anywhere to anywhere within our radio coverage. Other radio systems only allow you to talk over a segment of the race course at a time. If your team mate is in a different segment of the race course, you will have to relay the message to your team mate which takes extra time and adds significant uncertainty as to whether the message reaches your team member intact or if it reaches your team member changed from its original meaning.
Other Radio Rentals
MRA and Rebel are the only providers with network coverage throughout the racecourse. Other companies rent simplex radios that typically operate within only a 1–2 mile range, which may not provide the reliable communication your team needs to work efficiently.
Cellular
Coverage extends to about 40% of the race course, and communication is limited to one team member at a time. Verizon has been supplementing coverage at the stages with mobile units, but these are only effective within a short range of the stage.
Satellite phones
do not work in many areas of race course and are very expensive compared to the radios offered by MRA. Satellite phones generally cannot be used while the vehicle is moving, but the MRA system has no problem with mobile operation.
Amateur radio
Amateur radio operators provide a valuable communication service at no cost. However, you are typically responsible for covering their expenses, which can be significantly more expensive than renting MRA radios. Additionally, with amateur radio, you cannot communicate directly with your teammate. Instead, you must pass the message to the ham operator, who then forwards it through one or more relays until it eventually reaches the recipient. Depending on the forwarding method used, this process can take anywhere from 30 seconds to 30 minutes.
Service –
No one else provides this level of support on the racecourse. We have two support stations located around the course to assist with any radio issues. Our team in Las Vegas is available to address problems before you arrive, and we also have staff reachable by cell phone to answer your questions. This ensures you receive the maximum benefit from using our radios.
Convenience
You can pick up your equipment at our offices or we will bring everything to you at the headquarters hotel in Las Vegas. We bring the radio equipment to the race registration area for ease of pickup. We are at the award show from 2PM until 9PM Sunday giving you ample opportunity to return the equipment. If you miss that opportunity, you can return the equipment to our office in Paramount, Ca.
Avoid Time Penalties
Teams that use our radios have significantly fewer and lower time penalties than competing teams. This is due to the instant communications and the almost 100% coverage of the race course, this allowing you to manage your team properly.
There are also communications requirements for the race that could result in penalties. Frequency coordination and licensing need to be verified, unless you are using a approved system. Department radios are generally not licensed for use on the course.
Be The Winner
Winning teams succeed for many reasons. It takes more than talented runners—it requires strong team management, clear organization, and consistent follow-through on the critical issues that impact performance. Equip your team with a reliable communication tool, so you can manage effectively, stay aligned, and build a winning team.
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