Something I'm sure everyone will agree with

 

Another thing that I always wonder about ... As far as I can see, radar detector usage is not that prevalent in CA ( atleast bayarea and So. Cal ! )

Wondering why !!!

Maybe all folks have done stealth installs

When I was in the east coast, I just felt it was used by more folks ...

 

hey just a question: are these things useful and worth it? cuz i MIGHT get one if they are

 

If you read this thread fully, most folks agree that its worth it.
Of course, its no substitute for common sense -- its not that you can speed insanely just 'cuz you have a detector !

My guess is that most 1st time buyers think that they have a complete license to speed with a R.D - and of course get a hefty ticket and then whine about the detector "not being useful" etc !!!

If used properly ( like most things ), I think it can save your a$$ from arbitrary and unsafe speed limit/tickets.

 

Speak on it my man

 

Absolutely !!!! It's a tool to be used with some good common sense.

I haven't decided yet which new detector to buy but thank goodness for my older Cobra detector...saved my butt twice just last night. Two different state troopers came up from behind in the dark and even though I only got faint signals (old detector) it was enough of a warning for me to slow down just enough.

 

I was thinking of getting the Escort Solo S2 detector, but has anyone had experience with this detector? Its a toss up now, the Solo S2 or the V1.. yeeesh


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This is exactly true. The best radar detector may pick up all the speed traps but won't pick up the cop that sees you approaching at 100 MPH and decided to instant-on you. You have to drive smart, expecially at night. Radar detectors just allow you to drive smarter.