HF verticals are very popular for the smaller suburban gardens. How do they perform and are there any improvements you should consider? Antenna Antenna Fundamentals […]
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Reduce Common Mode Current (CMC) with a Easy to Build Choke
Common Mode Current can really mess with RFI and cause interference in the shack. In addition, you could also be receiving unwanted interference on the […]
Read moreBuilding the BuddiHex Hexbeam | Best Portable Ham Radio Antenna
Today I go through all of the steps and pieces for building the BuddiHex Hexbeam antenna from Buddpole. This might be the best portable ham […]
Read moreStretching Antenna Bandwidths
Often on the HF bands, we find that the quoted antenna frequency bandwidth is not wide enough to cover the whole band. This can be […]
Read moreChameleon Tactical Delta Loop – Antenna Review
The Chameleon Tactical Delta Loop covers 80 meters through 6 meters. and will handle 100 watts on SSB and 50 watts CW/Digital. Its a great […]
Read moreEnd Fed Dipoles : So I need a Counterpoise?
Kenneth, WB3JFR, encouraged this question. Do you need to use a counterpoise just because its “End Fed”? Antenna SteppIR CrankIR First Tests + News and […]
Read moreAntenna Review | MFJ Ham Stick
MFJ Ham Stick Antenna DxGlider52: Ultimate DX-Contest Tribander 18 elements ~ 52ft boom November 24, 2014 No comments 18 elements ~ 52ft boom ~ […]
Read moreHow to Setup and Tune the BuddiStick Pro Antenna from Buddipole
BuddiStick Pro ham radio antenna from Buddipole Product Details DESCRIPTION The Buddistick PRO Deluxe Package contains the following:1). Buddistick PRO Antenna2). 5 Section Shockcord Legs […]
Read moreBackyard Circular Polarization
Dave, K4DRA, wants to try a double dipole set up in order to get an omnidirectional dipole, but he has yet to understand the circular […]
Read moreWhy use a J-Pole Antenna?
“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? […]
Read moreBeam Pattern vs Heights
Dave is going to explain and dig deeper into the Beam field of antennas, such as dipoles, and how their distance from the ground can […]
Read moreHow To Setup The Buddistick Pro and Tune it up!
“Let me show you how to setup the Buddistick Pro fast. It is easy to carry, and setup in the field. Its a winner for […]
Read moreAntennas TOO Close Together
Steve, AI7SV, is having some trouble with his antennas due to him placing them too close together. Antenna Grounding a Counterpoise on End-Fed Half Wave […]
Read moreBuddistick Pro from Buddipole
Brand new and about to be released to the public is the Buddistick Pro from Buddipole, which is a great option for a light weight […]
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