Wi-Fi antenna boosters

[Cruise]

 Hey y'all,
   I was hoping that some of y'all could give me some recommendations for 12 volt powered, weather-proof antenna boosters to help me get a better wi-fi signal.
I have looked online and there are so many choices.
I understand that you get what you pay for, but still I need to try to find one that is not hundreds of dollars.
               Thanks,
                           Keith     s/v Saga

[Captain Smollett]

Hi Keith,

Here' link to discussion of powered antenna I have used aboard for nearly 3 years. It runs off 12 volt system of boat, and I've detected networks 5 miles away.

http://sailfar.net/forum/index.php/topic,2179.msg22686.html#msg22686

[Cruise]

  Thanks John.  Good to hear from you again.

[Captain Smollett]

  Thanks John.  Good to hear from you again.

Good to hear from you, too.

I should have my trailer boat back here in the next couple of weeks, and I hope to do some sailing even though the big boat is on the hard.

Be nice to get some day-cruising (that 55 mph approach helps on the timing) in before the weather turns.

[Grime]

Four of us here in the marina have the Alfa antenna. It has been tested to receive a hot spot 5 miles away. Its water proof USB and under $40.00.
http://www.amazon.com/Alfa-Waterproof-Outdoor-wireless-Integrated/dp/B003ILWRLI

[skylark]

Grog for that, thanks

[marujo_sortudo]

I now have a Wirie and can report that it works well.  The antenna inside is an Alfa and I could report more details if anyone is interested in home brewing their own.