Jim,
You didn't mention it, but presume you will only be operating FM? I would recommend the Kenwood TM-V71A dual band rig. I have two; one in the shack and another in my go kit.
If you plan to operate VHF/UHF SSB, I would turn my attention to the Yaesu FT-991A or Icom IC-7100, i.e. 'shack in a box'.