by Michael Martens | Apr 4, 2014 | Getting started
I’ve always said that ham radio would be so much more fun if it weren’t for all the wires and connectors. It always seems that there is always a cable coming loose, causing the whole mess not to work. But connectors are an important component of ham radio,...
by Michael Martens | Mar 28, 2014 | Antennas
I’m gonna take a confusing subject and hopefully demystify it. Antenna Gain is a popular subject amongst hams. We talk about gain all the time, we’ll compare antenna systems and apply values to as how impressive they are by their gain figures. But what...
by Michael Martens | Dec 16, 2013 | Amateur Radio
Time is running out to get the ham radio obsessed person in your life the perfect gift. Fortunately, there are plenty options still available, especially if you are looking to pick up a couple of trinkets or odds and ends to fit in their stocking. So here is my list...
by Michael Martens | Sep 30, 2013 | Antennas, News
These blog posts are usually the result of questions I frequently get asked via email. Of course I love answering questions, but when I repeatedly get similar questions, I find it easier to make a blog post so I can explore the answers in more detail. A popular...
by Michael Martens | Aug 21, 2013 | GMRS
I receive quite a few email messages a day not only inquiring about my antennas, but also general radio operation as well. One question I get over and over again is: “I purchased a set of radios that advertised 30 miles of range, but in our situation we are only...
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