youzguyz wrote on 05/04/15 at 10:31:51:Look at Amazon as well.
It doesn't have to be 12v.
Rechargeable would work OK too.
Or something that uses AA/AAA batteries. Just use rechargeable ones and carry a spare set or two.
The issue with FM is broadcast range and reception (especially on a built in antenna)
My question to you is.. why FM?? Music? Put together a big play list and an MP3 player.
I ride out in the boonies and the hills.. a LOT. I like a lot of variety and the ability to change music "moods" on the fly.
My solution was satellite radio. Love it. (No, it ain't free, but it ain't much) and there is nothing to stop the signal.. except tunnels and high canyon walls once in a while.
Good stuff and questions:
I use my bike for commuting to work, and it is nice to listen to the radio on the ride it. Weather, news, traffic, and yes music. I do have a large digital music collection (though some of it needs to be replaced), and if I were on a winding road headed no-where .. then an MP3 player would be good choice.
So far the radio station(s) there are about 3, that I listen to, are good for about 75 miles in every direction. So even a pretty long range ride keeps me in their range. XM certainly would be an idea, but I am not willing to sub to a service for limited use it would get.
Yep a pocket radio on batteries .. seems to be winning right now.