PCI Race Radios

In professional motorsports, communication can be just as important as horsepower. Whether coordinating a racing team, managing pit operations, or responding to changing conditions, reliable communication helps keep competitors and their crews connected when every second matters.

PCI Race Radios has been at the forefront of motorsports communication technology for more than five decades.

Founded in 1972 by legendary racing communications pioneer Bob "Weatherman" Steinberger, PCI Race Radios has established itself as one of the most recognized names in professional off-road racing communications.

From the demanding desert courses of Baja California to competitive marine racing, PCI provides specialized radio systems, intercoms, headsets, and communication equipment designed for extreme racing environments.

As a featured sponsor of Team Goatcher Racing, PCI Race Radios represents the technical innovation, reliability, and dedication to motorsports that help racing teams operate at their best.

A Legendary Racing Heritage Beginning in 1972

The PCI Race Radios story began when Bob Steinberger recognized the need for reliable communication between competitors and their support crews.

In 1972, Bob began installing radio communication equipment in racing vehicles belonging to legendary off-road competitors, including Bill Stroppe, Joe MacPherson, and Walker Evans. His pioneering approach would help transform the way racing teams communicated.

During the 1974 Mint 400, Steinberger launched three weather balloons carrying radio antenna equipment hundreds of feet into the air, creating one of the earliest successful radio relay systems connecting racing teams and their pits. This innovation helped establish his famous nickname, "The Weatherman."

Over the following decades, Bob became an iconic figure in desert racing, developing communication systems that supported competitors across some of the world's most demanding terrain. Following Bob's passing in 2017, his son Scott Steinberger continued the family legacy, carrying forward the Weatherman name and PCI's commitment to racing communication technology.

Built by Racers, for Racers

What separates PCI Race Radios from conventional communication equipment suppliers is its deep connection to competitive motorsports. The company understands the demands of racing because its team has firsthand experience supporting competitors in extreme environments.

Dust, vibration, engine noise, challenging terrain, and unpredictable conditions create significant communication challenges. PCI develops and supplies equipment designed to perform when conventional communication systems may struggle.

Its philosophy is built around three principles:

Quality. Service. Support.

These values have guided the business since its founding and remain central to its approach to product development and customer service.

Professional Racing Communication Equipment

PCI Race Radios offers a comprehensive selection of communication systems and accessories for motorsports teams, recreational enthusiasts, and marine applications. Its product range includes:

• Two-Way Race Radios: High-performance mobile and handheld communication systems for competitors and support crews.
• Intercom Systems: Advanced solutions that allow drivers, navigators, and team members to communicate clearly.
• Crew Chief Communication Packages: Equipment designed to coordinate race operations and pit communications.
• Racing Headsets: Noise-reducing headsets for demanding motorsports environments.
• Helmet Communication Systems: Integrated audio equipment for compatible racing helmets.
• Marine Communication Systems: Specialized packages for boat racing and marine enthusiasts.
• Antennas and Accessories: Components designed to support communication range, connectivity, and reliability.

PCI also offers communication equipment from established manufacturers including Kenwood and Icom.

Bringing Race-Proven Technology to the Water

Although PCI Race Radios is particularly well known within off-road racing, its expertise also extends into marine motorsports. The company offers specialized marine communication packages based on technology developed through years of competitive racing experience.

For personal watercraft racing teams, communication plays an important role in coordinating activities before, during, and after competition. At major events such as the IJSBA World Finals in Lake Havasu, teams must manage equipment preparation, rider schedules, mechanical support, and race-day logistics. Reliable radio communication can help team members remain coordinated across busy event venues.

From pit crews and mechanics to team managers and support personnel, clear communication helps create a more organized racing operation. PCI's experience in demanding motorsports environments makes its communication technology relevant to the wider personal watercraft racing community.

Communication That Supports Racing Safety

Motorsports demand constant attention to safety. Racing environments can change rapidly, requiring teams to respond to mechanical problems, changing conditions, or unexpected situations. Effective communication helps support situational awareness and coordination.

PCI's longstanding involvement in desert racing demonstrates the importance of reliable communication when competitors operate across large and challenging environments. The legendary Weatherman radio relay system became an important part of Baja racing, helping competitors and support crews communicate across remote desert terrain.

That experience reflects a broader principle shared across motorsports: preparation and dependable communication contribute to safer, better-organized racing operations.

A Natural Partnership with Team Goatcher Racing

Team Goatcher Racing carries a proud heritage within professional personal watercraft competition. With legendary racer Harry "Haulin' Harry" Goatcher at the center of its history, the team represents a generation of competitors who helped establish jet ski racing as an internationally recognized motorsport.

The relationship between PCI Race Radios and Team Goatcher Racing connects two names associated with motorsports heritage. Both recognize the importance of preparation, technical expertise, and the dedicated teams working behind the scenes.

While competitors receive much of the attention, successful racing programs depend on mechanics, crew members, sponsors, and support personnel working together. PCI Race Radios specializes in technology that helps make that teamwork possible.

Supporting the Future of Motorsports

More than 50 years after its founding, PCI Race Radios continues evolving alongside modern motorsports. Its products now support off-road racing, road racing, UTV competition, overlanding, and marine activities.

New technologies, including digital communication systems, advanced intercoms, Bluetooth integration, and modern connectivity solutions, continue expanding the possibilities for racing teams. Yet the company's fundamental mission remains unchanged: helping competitors and their crews stay connected.

For Team Goatcher Racing, having PCI Race Radios as part of its sponsor family celebrates a business that understands both the heritage and future of competitive motorsports.

Discover PCI Race Radios

Whether you're building a professional racing program, coordinating a marine racing team, or searching for dependable communication equipment, PCI Race Radios offers decades of specialist experience.

PCI Race Radios

• Founded: 1972
• Founder: Bob "Weatherman" Steinberger
• Specialties: Race Radios | Intercom Systems | Racing Headsets | Marine Communication
• Website: www.pciraceradios.com

Proud to Feature PCI Race Radios

Team Goatcher Racing is proud to recognize PCI Race Radios as a featured sponsor and supporter of the motorsports community.

From pioneering communication technology in the deserts of Baja to supporting today's competitive racing teams, PCI has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to innovation and reliability. Together, we celebrate the people, technology, and teamwork that make racing possible.

Legendary Communications. Race-Proven Reliability. Connected for Victory.

Support Those Who Support Racing.

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