by kb9vbr | Jun 10, 2025 | Activation Log
This week we put the Radioddity HF-009 Vertical Antenna on the air. The HF-009 is a portable, center loaded, antenna that is ideal for POTA and SOTA activations. Frequency range is variable between 5 and 50 Mhz and power handling capability is 150 watts sideband and...
by kb9vbr | Mar 27, 2025 | Activation Log
A couple of months ago I purchased the Surecom SW-28HF power and SWR meter. I needed a small and inexpensive meter to test the power output of my tiny (tr)USDX transceiver. I wasn’t expecting much, but this little thing totally exceeded my expectations. You can...
by kb9vbr | Aug 14, 2024 | Product Focus
You may think the Rez Antenna Systems Recon 40 is like any other base loaded coil, but what makes this one different is that you can change bands with a flick of a switch Rez Antenna Systems Recon 40 coil: https://www.rezantenna.com/product-page/recon-40 As you may...
by kb9vbr | May 23, 2024 | Product Focus
The Chameleon CHA Stinger Kit is a versatile solution for a vertical antenna counterpoise or ground plane. The Stinger kit consists of six 48 inch stainless steel elements with all weather banana plugs on one end and a teardrop on the other. The Stingers are a quick...
by kb9vbr | Feb 12, 2024 | Product Focus
I head to Council Grounds State Park (POTA K-1447) to test the new Chameleon LEFS 4010 end fed half wave antenna system. The LEFS or Light Weight Antenna System is a versatile EFHW HF antenna with tuner-free operation on 40, 20, 15, and 10 meters and can be used with...
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