by kb9vbr | May 31, 2023 | Antennas
Can a non resonant antenna be efficient? It sure can. I show you how to build a non resonant random wire antenna with a 9:1 transformer. You may be quite familiar with the end fed half wave antenna. That’s a very popular and common antenna that consists of resonant...
by kb9vbr | May 21, 2023 | Parks on the Air
Travis and Joe challenge me at the Flambeau River State Forest, WI POTA K-4349 to a homebrew antenna contest. Will we make amazing contacts or will our radiators fail spectacularly? Either way, hijinks will ensue. Michael’s Awesome Chili Seasoning:(makes 4...
by kb9vbr | Apr 18, 2023 | Parks on the Air
Another activation along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail (POTA K-4238). This time at the newly built Little Rice Lake segment in southeastern Marathon county, Wisconsin. Will my Chameleon 17ft whip antenna survive this Parks on the Air activation? I do return QSL,...
by kb9vbr | Feb 18, 2023 | Ham Radio Q and A
What do I carry with me when I hit the road for a Parks on the Air or some other kind of portable radio activity. In this video I break down the contents of my portable HF antenna kit: My HF Portable Radio Kit: https://youtu.be/cdaqvb6wEts Husky 5 gallon professional...
by kb9vbr | Jan 8, 2023 | Antennas
I demonstrate an improved ground radial system for the Wolf River Coil Silver Bullet 1000 Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:https://www.paypal.me/kb9vbr Become a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: https://www.patreon.com/kb9vbrantennas Support Ham Radio...
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