In this weeks episode we talk about Common Mode Chokes, What is the Best First Antenna for HF for a New Ham, Is a Taller Mast Better for Portable Antennas, and What is the Best Wire For Radials/Counterpoise?
00:00 – Intro
01:25 – Common Mode Chokes
07:11 – Best First Antenna for HF
12:18 – Is a Taller Mast Better for Portable Antennas?
15:55 – What is the best wire for Radials/Counterpoise
18:55 – This is the end.
19:37 – Super Awesome K8MRD Jingle
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Chokes:
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DX Commander https://www.m0mcx.co.uk/store/products/10mdcx-sota-travel-pole/
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Polystealth Wire:
BFLEX-100 Buryflex – 100 Feet Length Davis Coax
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