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re: Who makes the best radar/laser detector?

Posted on 6/20/14 at 3:10 pm to
Posted by ELLSSUU
Member since Jan 2005
7955 posts
Posted on 6/20/14 at 3:10 pm to
The Passport 9500 has a cool satellite feature that finds the false signals and makes the system not alert you of those. I've been very happy with it.
Posted by skinny domino
sebr
Member since Feb 2007
14498 posts
Posted on 6/20/14 at 3:14 pm to
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Who makes the best radar/laser detector?I'm wanting to invest in one. Anyone have any recent experience with any they can recommend?

which ever one the State Police use.
Posted by prontopo
Hammond, LA.
Member since Sep 2006
1346 posts
Posted on 6/20/14 at 3:18 pm to
Anyone know if there is a detector that will pick up a Lydar unit? Got caught by one on I 49 a year or so ago.
Posted by BAMBAM
Biloxi, MS
Member since Mar 2008
2497 posts
Posted on 6/20/14 at 3:18 pm to
I love mine too it you use the "professional mode" it shows you multiple signals for in case you drive past a cop thinking he's the only one tilt show a second third or even fourth signal so you know to slow your roll
Posted by lsulaker
BR
Member since Jan 2009
1454 posts
Posted on 6/20/14 at 3:38 pm to
1) Escort Redline- best range
2) Valentine One- More range than most need, and some are hooked on the arrows
3) Escort Passport Max- Updated version of the Passport 9500- has GPS so it won't go off from the constant falses like wal mart doors around town, but not as good of range as the other 2
Posted by SchianoMan
Member since May 2014
32 posts
Posted on 6/20/14 at 3:39 pm to
Valentine 1 for radar

Laser Interceptor for laser
Posted by Signal Soldier
30.411994,-91.183929
Member since Dec 2010
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Posted on 6/20/14 at 3:47 pm to
Are jammers illegal?
Posted by Chalmette_Shoes
The Parish
Member since Jun 2014
20 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 3:35 pm to
we've purchased a couple of Rocky Mountains over the years based on their radio ad "we'll pay your ticket" and "makes you invisible to police". we have not received one ticket when using them. the signal goes off well in advance of the actual radar gun, plenty of time to squeeze in behind a rabbit and slow down. a couple of times we've had to mailed them in for repair (twice the power cord and once the sound component failed), and both time they've been repaired and mailed back to us with no issues. i highly recommend this company.
Posted by Carson123987
Middle Court at the Rec
Member since Jul 2011
67786 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 3:36 pm to
quote:

Valentine 1 for radar

Laser Interceptor for laser



this
Posted by Will Cover
Davidson, NC
Member since Mar 2007
39880 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 3:37 pm to
quote:

Who makes the best radar/laser detector?


I don't care for GPS lock-out features, commonly found on Escort models. While it can make for a quieter drive, it can accidentally filter out real police radar.

Therefore, the old tried and true. Valentine One. Best laser detector of any out there (it can save you, providing it has clear line of sight and you have a "bogey" in front of you) and tremendous radar detection.

The arrows and bogey counter are worth it.

Posted by Will Cover
Davidson, NC
Member since Mar 2007
39880 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 3:40 pm to
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Are jammers illegal?


For radar, yes. Active jammers. That's why Rocky Mountain's jammers didn't work. They were passive.

For laser, not illegal, except in certain states. Falls under FDA guidelines, not FCC, so you can "jam" laser.



Posted by lsulaker
BR
Member since Jan 2009
1454 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 3:46 pm to
I think it is funny how many think the V One is the best. Based on all the recent tests, it is not. The segmented Escort Redline has the longest range and best off-axis range.

If you like the arrows, that's a good reason to buy it. However, based on the evidence, it does not have the best range. It has more than enough range, but not the best.
Posted by N2cars
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Member since Feb 2008
37887 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 3:54 pm to
Excellent post.

Succinct and accurate.
Posted by CaptainsWafer
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Member since Feb 2006
59057 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 4:02 pm to
Posted by Will Cover
Davidson, NC
Member since Mar 2007
39880 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 4:05 pm to
quote:

I think it is funny how many think the V One is the best. Based on all the recent tests, it is not. The segmented Escort Redline has the longest range and best off-axis range.

If you like the arrows, that's a good reason to buy it. However, based on the evidence, it does not have the best range. It has more than enough range, but not the best.



I've owned all three, V1, Escort Redline and Escort Passport Max. Based upon my experiences, I find the V1 as my go to and daily driver. Yes, it's "chattier" than most, but nothing the Auto Mute can't correct.

The arrows are fantastic. You'll always know where the source of radar is coming from. Can't get that from any other detector.
Posted by Hammertime
Will trade dowsing rod for titties
Member since Jan 2012
43031 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 4:14 pm to
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Valentine 1 for radar

Laser Interceptor for laser
I have both, but the LI is sitting in a box until I get a new truck. Been rolling with a V1 for 15 years so far, and still love it. The arrows are what puts it above the rest.

Fwiw, I don't use it in New Orleans because the cops never shoot radar here. I used it in BR all of the time. In fact, just caught LSP hitting people with instant-on the other day on the spillway. Slowed down and was good.

It is true that you have to learn how to listen to it though. Some random guy who gets one will be jamming on the brakes every two seconds, but I can discern what I need to slow down for.
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Chalmette_Shoes
Looks like Rocky Mountain Radar has their joxy on today

They are pieces of shite and don't work for anything. Aren't even a good radar detector in the first place. They don't jam anything, it is all marketing. Don't even waste your time looking at them. Chalmette Shoes is either a rep, a salesman, or straight up working for RMR.
This post was edited on 6/23/14 at 4:15 pm
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
Member since Jul 2008
91237 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 4:16 pm to
has anyone said waze yet?
Posted by DanTiger
Somewhere in Luziana
Member since Sep 2004
9480 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 4:32 pm to
quote:

It means the cop has already clocked either you or a car very close to you.


It means you have been clocked. Laser is a beam that goes directly on target so you won't read it unless it hits you. Radar transmits in waves so you can pick that up
Posted by 911Moto
Member since Sep 2013
5491 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 4:48 pm to
I have an Escort Passport 9500ix. I ordered it off amazon a couple days before I went to Dallas to pick up my Porsche. I've had it for a year and it has not failed me, and I speed like a mofo. All the time. Best money I ever spent.
ETA: It does have many features I don't even use, so a cheaper Escort might be more than adequate for most.
This post was edited on 6/23/14 at 4:49 pm
Posted by Hammertime
Will trade dowsing rod for titties
Member since Jan 2012
43031 posts
Posted on 6/23/14 at 5:11 pm to
It does bounce off and you can pick it up sometimes. Obviously the gun isn't aimed correctly, but it does happen
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