Thanks for sharing. I'm just now getting into HF and trying to decide what kind of antenna I want to get. This looks like a good one to research. Dave KK4GBC
Pitcairn Islands is one of my best contacts, I worked it about 12 years ago on 40m. To my surprise I called out CQ and my call was answered by Betty Christian. I even have the QSL card :-)
Pitcairn is one of the most remote places on Earth & home to the descendants of the HMS Bounty mutiny. Less than 70 people live there. Very cool to reach Pitcairn on your radio.
That antenna is doing a great job. I'm interested in knowing how much the height above ground effects its performance. I guess 9ft is around 1/4 wave for 10m band so would the radiation pattern be fairly high angled? Is 9ft the maximum length that the tripod extends to?
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn . . . including antenna details. 9-1/2 feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn . . . including antenna details. 9-1/2 feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn . . . including antenna details. 9-1/2 feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn, including antenna details. 9-1/2 feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn, including antenna details. Nine feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn, including antenna details. Nine feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
How do you find out about these special events? I've been kinda out of the loop for 20 years or so now. KB7KVA 73's & thanks for all the great videos.
@Creepinevil - I just stumbled upon them while on the vhfx dot com website. I first found HK0NA then just happened to stumble on the VP6T while doing some DX research online.
Nice! I'm looking forward to talking to you on the air! I have been following your videos since I lived in Michigan and now I live in Central Oregon! 73s KD8KFK
It's amazing what a proper antenna and a decent radio can accomplish. That's a big difference compared to some people on CB with 1000+ watts (illegal of course) and can't get very far. I'm still amazed how far my cheaply made dipole duct taped to my bedroom wall can get. Once I work out the bugs on my 30 year old radio, I'll be on it all the time.
when i get a budget for it i will try to get a radio system going... i was a fm dj for about 6 years here in n.c. but i havent ever been on the HAM radio systems yet
@formatC2 - trust me if I can do it . . . anyone can. There are a lot of guys willing to help (Elmers) if needed. You will for sure have fun with the hobby . . . plus it is very practical (just in case you need to justify it to a S.O.)
Thanks for sharing. I'm just now getting into HF and trying to decide what kind of antenna I want to get. This looks like a good one to research. Dave KK4GBC
dmine45 2 weeks ago
@dmine45 - I don't think you will regret checking out a Buddipole . . . lots of great resources are available for this great antenna.
USNERDOC 2 weeks ago
Pitcairn Islands is one of my best contacts, I worked it about 12 years ago on 40m. To my surprise I called out CQ and my call was answered by Betty Christian. I even have the QSL card :-)
m0bob 4 weeks ago
@m0bob - That is too cool!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
Congrats on the QSO!
hinckleypoland 4 weeks ago
@hinckleypoland - Thanks ;-)
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
Pitcairn is one of the most remote places on Earth & home to the descendants of the HMS Bounty mutiny. Less than 70 people live there. Very cool to reach Pitcairn on your radio.
111frak111 4 weeks ago
@111frak111 - It was absolutely cool to talk with the VP6T DX-pedition. I did add the HMS Bounty info above. Thanks!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
Take down your Christmas lights its FEB. HAHA! 73, WV8KFA
wcgems 4 weeks ago
@wcgems - Roger that . . . things have been a bit hectic here ;-)
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
That antenna is doing a great job. I'm interested in knowing how much the height above ground effects its performance. I guess 9ft is around 1/4 wave for 10m band so would the radiation pattern be fairly high angled? Is 9ft the maximum length that the tripod extends to?
Cheers,
Rich
Scotscan 1 month ago
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn . . . including antenna details. 9-1/2 feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn . . . including antenna details. 9-1/2 feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn . . . including antenna details. 9-1/2 feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn, including antenna details. 9-1/2 feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
@Scotscan - Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn, including antenna details. Nine feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
Thanks Rich for the input! Well, I have much to learn, including antenna details. Nine feet is max for this mast, although Buddipole has one that extends to 16 feet. My set-up was driven for portability and weight for travel / backpacking operations. It seems to be working well, however, I do need to learn more on antenna theory so I can optimize my operations. Bottom line, I am not sure about the radiation pattern but would welcome input!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
How do you find out about these special events? I've been kinda out of the loop for 20 years or so now. KB7KVA 73's & thanks for all the great videos.
Creepinevil 1 month ago
@Creepinevil - I just stumbled upon them while on the vhfx dot com website. I first found HK0NA then just happened to stumble on the VP6T while doing some DX research online.
USNERDOC 1 month ago
You're radio adventures has taken you world wide & even out of this world : )
CampfireTalk 1 month ago
@CampfireTalk - so true . . . I do miss those "out of this world" radio adventures!
USNERDOC 1 month ago
Very cool. Isn't Pitcairn where the Bounty descendants live?
scooter17568 1 month ago
@scooter17568 - Yes!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
@USNERDOC Cool. Thought that was right. I need to dig in again and refresh my recollection.
scooter17568 4 weeks ago
Have you ever tried a Yo Yo Tenna? Cool video, thanks for sharing.
mostlymichaelcanada 1 month ago
Very nice, you explain everything very well. Keep up the good work. Randy
K7AGE 1 month ago
@K7AGE - Thanks Randy . . . I have much to learn but it is a lot of fun for sure!
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
Good catch. Congratulations!
73
de John/W5CYF
johnrob281 1 month ago
@johnrob281 - Thanks John!
73 de KF7ETX / David
USNERDOC 4 weeks ago
very interesting, thanks for sharing
hempseedaddict 1 month ago
Nice! I'm looking forward to talking to you on the air! I have been following your videos since I lived in Michigan and now I live in Central Oregon! 73s KD8KFK
LittleBizzle21 1 month ago
It's amazing what a proper antenna and a decent radio can accomplish. That's a big difference compared to some people on CB with 1000+ watts (illegal of course) and can't get very far. I'm still amazed how far my cheaply made dipole duct taped to my bedroom wall can get. Once I work out the bugs on my 30 year old radio, I'll be on it all the time.
richardah1 1 month ago
Nice portable setup......nice antenna disguised as Christmas lights too.. ;-D
aaadream 1 month ago
when i get a budget for it i will try to get a radio system going... i was a fm dj for about 6 years here in n.c. but i havent ever been on the HAM radio systems yet
mysciencenow 1 month ago
@mysciencenow - cool! I will look forward to a QSO with you in the future ;-)
USNERDOC 1 month ago
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mysciencenow 1 month ago
nice 4901 miles on 10 meters cool I;m liken it more and more (10 meters) thanks
TheRedneckprepper 1 month ago
@TheRedneckprepper - thanks!
It is a very practical hobby . . . just in case you need to justify it to a S.O. ;-)
USNERDOC 1 month ago
hey doc what kind of go box is your radio in!! looking to do some portable work here 73 thanks
ke4wsh 1 month ago
@ke4wsh - It is an iPortables radio rack. The website & link are on my channel page.
73!
USNERDOC 1 month ago
oh man, I need to get my ham license...
formatC2 1 month ago
@formatC2 - trust me if I can do it . . . anyone can. There are a lot of guys willing to help (Elmers) if needed. You will for sure have fun with the hobby . . . plus it is very practical (just in case you need to justify it to a S.O.)
USNERDOC 1 month ago
★★★★★
MadBadVoodo 1 month ago
@MadBadVoodo - Thanks MBV!
USNERDOC 1 month ago
Hey Doc, dumb question here, What does the DX mean?
1TacticalMedic 1 month ago
@1TacticalMedic - DX = long distance.
USNERDOC 1 month ago