RELIABLE COMMUNICATIONS. MADE SIMPLE.

Offroad Radios is a British Columbia-based two-way radio retailer specializing in convenient, vehicle-specific radio kits for Forest Service Roads, off-roading, overlanding, and backcountry travel.

Founded by Chroma Communications, a Canadian radio company established in 1984, we bring decades of professional communications experience to the recreational off-road market.

Our goal is simple:
Make it easy to get the right radio equipment for your vehicle, backed by straightforward advice from people who know communications.

Built on Decades of Communications Experience

For more than four decades, Chroma Communications has specialized in professional communications solutions for municipalities, corporations, emergency responders, and Search and Rescue organizations.

Our experience includes designing wide-area radio networks, supporting remote-site communications, and installing systems in challenging environments.

One of our company owners is also a Search and Rescue veteran who understands firsthand the challenges of operating in remote areas, where effective communication can be essential to coordinating teams and responding to emergencies.

This background gives us a practical understanding of radio communications, from selecting the right equipment to understanding how systems perform in demanding environments.

Why We Started OFF-Road Radios

British Columbia has an incredible network of backcountry roads, from well-travelled Forest Service Roads (FSRs) to remote routes leading deep into the mountains.

As off-roading and overlanding grow in popularity, more recreational drivers are venturing into areas where cellular coverage is limited or nonexistent, and where logging trucks, industrial equipment, and recreational vehicles often share the same roads.

For newcomers, however, getting properly equipped with a two-way radio isn't always straightforward.

Which radio should you buy?
What channels does it need?
How do you install everything?
Will it communicate with logging trucks?
Which antenna bracket fits your vehicle?

We saw an opportunity to simplify the process.

Rather than leaving customers to piece together equipment from multiple suppliers, we developed vehicle-specific FSR radio kits that bring together the radio, antenna, mounting hardware, and accessories needed for a practical installation.

Simply choose your vehicle, select your options, and get everything you need in one convenient package.

Good Communications
Is An Important Backcountry Tool

A two-way radio is more than a way to chat with friends in your convoy. It's a practical tool for coordinating movements, sharing information, and staying aware of activity around you.

On British Columbia's resource roads, this is particularly important. Logging trucks and other heavy vehicles may be operating on narrow, winding roads with limited visibility, steep grades, and few places to safely pass.

A properly programmed radio allows you to monitor designated road channels, hear calls from approaching traffic, and announce your own location in accordance with local road procedures.

These communications can improve situational awareness and help road users coordinate their movements, reducing the risk of unexpected encounters.

Of course, a radio is just one part of responsible backcountry travel. It doesn't replace careful driving, proper preparation, or a dedicated emergency communication device.

But when you're sharing remote roads with other vehicles, being able to communicate is an important advantage.

The Right Equipment. Straightforward Advice.

You shouldn't need to become a radio expert just to equip your vehicle.

Whether you're preparing your first truck for BC's Forest Service Roads, upgrading an existing setup, or outfitting multiple vehicles, we're here to help you understand your options and find a solution that suits your needs.

We'll help you navigate equipment selection, vehicle compatibility, installation considerations, and the differences between recreational and commercial two-way radios.

Our approach is simple:
clear information, practical recommendations, and no unnecessary equipment or complexity.

No nonsense. Just good equipment and helpful advice.