Lightning Protection

by | Mar 17, 2010 | News

Now that Spring has finally arrived, us dwellars of the colder climates start to think about antenna maintenance and replacement. I know I’m looking at my own antenna system and making plans for improvement and maintenance. I also have some trees that will need...

J-Poles as Emcomm Antennas

by | Nov 22, 2009 | 2 meter, emcomm, News, VHF

In the field, nothing beats the simplicity of a J-Pole antenna. I’ve seen quite a few J-Poles utilized for emergency and event communications; more so than any other type of antenna. With all the antennas on the market, why do hams always fall back on this type...