by kb9vbr | May 7, 2026 | Activation Log
In my short list of antennas that everyone should carry in their portable antenna kit, the end fed half wave makes it into the top three. It has a couple of distinct advantages for portable use. As a wire antenna, the feed point is on one end, and it can be deployed...
by kb9vbr | May 1, 2026 | Activation Log
I am a sucker for bags and organizers. Not for the reason that my life is organized. Far from it. But I am always searching for some form of organization. That’s maybe why I have this unhealthy obsession. But after using the Maxpedition Beefy Pocket Organizer, I...
by kb9vbr | Apr 29, 2026 | Activation Log
If you are in the market for a new home, you are going to run into some type of restrictive covenant that could limit your ham radio operation. It’s a fact of life, especially if the house is in a suburban development or planned community. We can yell and scream...
by kb9vbr | Apr 25, 2026 | Activation Log
A hallmark of my channel is I put antennas to the test under real conditions. I set them up in a wild location and put them on the air. You get the chance to see how they operate in the field and get a feeling of their performance beyond the simple numbers of SWR and...
by kb9vbr | Mar 25, 2026 | Activation Log
About a year ago, Radioddity sent me their HF-009 vertical antenna. At the time I didn’t have very high hopes of it, as their previous HF antennas were a bit underwhelming. But in using it I was pleasantly surprised and the HF-009 became a regular part of my...
by kb9vbr | Mar 21, 2026 | Activation Log
I’ve somewhat become a fan of vertical delta loop antennas. Small delta loops consistently punch above their weight, offering low noise on receive while exhibiting an excellent RF takeoff angle on the upper bands. But they are not for everyone. A delta...
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