I am thinking of heading a smidge offshore to FM39 for a short time during the VHF contest. (water only grid) BUT.... With a FT290R and FT690R.....2.5 watts SSB to a telescopic whip..... do you think any contacts will be had, or should I bring a fishing rod?? Water or not, I'm thinking 2.5 watts just won't do much of anything. Any thoughts?? .....Dave