Can your antenna system can do this: The V-Dipole

Can your antenna system can do this: The V-Dipole

by | Sep 15, 2026 | Activation Log

The V-Dipole craze has really taken off! A V-Dipole is best described as two quarter wave elements angles upward in approximately 120 degree angle and supported by a tripod or base of about five feet in height. Alpha Antennas has produced a commercial V-Dipole for a...
No Antenna Analyzer Required

No Antenna Analyzer Required

by | Sep 7, 2026 | Activation Log

An antenna analyzer is a permanent part of my antenna kit. It’s a fast and easy way to help get your portable antenna adjusted for maximum performance. But you can easily get by without one, and in this week’s video I show you how to do that. This...
Build a working Dipole antenna Anywhere in the Field

Build a working Dipole antenna Anywhere in the Field

by | Aug 31, 2026 | Activation Log

The tried and true dipole antenna can be your savior in the field. Whether you are in an emcomm situation and need to establish reliable communications, or your go to antenna broke and you need to put something together in the field. This simple dipole only requires...
Authenticity in Ham Radio

Authenticity in Ham Radio

by | Aug 27, 2026 | Activation Log

Back last June I was in the Manitowoc, WI area for my participation on the Cobia for Museum Ships weekend. Along with working on the sub, I also did a few Parks on the Air activations and posted a few images on my social channels. I like to take a few pictures and...