by kb9vbr | May 29, 2024 | Product Focus
I take a look at the 13th revised edition and first English translation of Rothammel’s Antenna book and compare is to the new 25th Edition of the ARRL Antenna Book. Which book stands out as the best? Rothammels Antenna Book:...
by kb9vbr | Dec 23, 2023 | Parks on the Air
This was a busy weekend. Two hamfests and two POTA parks in two days. First hitting Ham Radio Outlet’s Superfest on Saturday and then beeline to Belvidere Illinois, near Rockford, for the Chicago FM Club’s Radio Expo. To make driving easy, we took off Friday afternoon...
by kb9vbr | Jun 30, 2022 | Antennas
A viewer asks: Why J-Pole antennas? I mean it’s a cool design and all, but some people swear by them. What advantages do they have? Lower take-off angle? Gain? Joe and I share some insight on why the J-Pole is such a popular antenna for VHF/UHF operation....
by Michael Martens | Dec 16, 2013 | Amateur Radio
Time is running out to get the ham radio obsessed person in your life the perfect gift. Fortunately, there are plenty options still available, especially if you are looking to pick up a couple of trinkets or odds and ends to fit in their stocking. So here is my list...
by Michael Martens | Nov 3, 2013 | Antennas
I get this question a lot. On my website I offer both J-Pole and Slim Jim antennas in VHF and UHF configurations. Shoppers sometimes have a hard time making a decision on which will be best for their needs and will ask which is better for them. But with any question,...
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