by kb9vbr | Dec 28, 2021 | Parks on the Air
This weekend I met up with Dave, KZ9V, for a joint Parks on the Air activation at the Black River State Forest Castle Mound campground in Black River Falls, Wisconsin POTA K-4348. It was a fun weekend working with a variety of modes and making a lot of contacts. Plus...
by kb9vbr | Dec 14, 2021 | Getting started
Starting out with a handheld radio is a great introduction to the amateur radio hobby. Here are four things (plus a bonus item) that will greatly enhance your ham radio experience. KB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:http://www.jpole-antenna.com Timestamps00:00 Introduction00:33...
by kb9vbr | Dec 8, 2021 | Solar
Early this spring I added a 180 wattt solar panel, MPPT charge controller, and 50ah LiFePO4 battery to my teardrop trailer. Halfway through the summer I have an update how the system is operating and my plan for future upgrades. Teardrop trailer solar power install:...
by kb9vbr | Dec 1, 2021 | Ham Radio Q and A
Joe and I will be live and full of holiday cheer on Thursday December 2nd at 7:00pm central and ready to answer your questions. We’ll also be following up on our Project E.L.F. video and something that is grinding Joe’s gears. But that’s not all! You...
by kb9vbr | Nov 28, 2021 | Ham Radio Q and A
This year my ham radio holiday gift list features items all made in the USA. Products Mentioned:Field Notes Steno Bookhttps://amzn.to/3DKIzuV CW Morse Keyshttps://cwmorse.us/ Chameleon CHA-LEFS Lightweight End Fed...
by kb9vbr | Nov 20, 2021 | Antennas
Joe, KD9CJX and Jerry W9GLG give a presentation on end fed antennas at the Wisconsin Valley Radio Association’s 2021 ARRL Field Day. This was the group’s educational activity for Field Day. Become a patron! Unlock exclusive content at:...
by kb9vbr | Nov 16, 2021 | Product Focus
The Chameleon CHA LEFS Lightweight End Fed Sloper is a multi band portable HF antenna designed for operation on the 40 through 10 meter band. This antenna is a true end-fed half wave antenna with a 49:1 current balun at the feed point. Become a patron! Unlock...
by kb9vbr | Nov 11, 2021 | Parks on the Air
This weekend we do a little camping and test out the Chameleon Lightweight End Fed Sloper (CHA LEFS) antenna as I activate Parks on the Air entity K-1463. Mill Bluff State Park in South Central Wisconsin is known for its unique geological formations. Check out the...
by kb9vbr | Nov 5, 2021 | Operating Events
The rain may have dampened our gear, but it hasn’t drowned our spirits. This is the setup and operation of the Wisconsin Valley Radio Association’s (W9NA) wet ARRL Field Day station for 2021. Become a patron! Unlock exclusive content at:...
by kb9vbr | Nov 4, 2021 | Ham Radio Q and A
Joe and I, along with a special guest, will be live on Thursday November 4th at 7:00pm Central and ready to answer your questions. We’ll also be talking about fox hunting, cold weather operations, and something that is grinding Joe’s gears. But...
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