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I Tried the New Baofeng UV-7B So You Don’t Have To… and WOW!

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Post date November 19, 2025

I Tried the New Baofeng UV-7B So You Don’t Have To… and WOW!

The Baofeng UV-7B just showed up — and on the surface it looks like “yet another HT”… but once I started digging into it, things got interesting.

✅ FCC ID… but NOT the way you think
✅ GPS logo… but does it actually *have* GPS?
✅ A manual that *might* make programming even harder
✅ Harmonics testing that does NOT look clean
✅ Power output that… well… you’ll see.

In this video I unbox it, attempt to program a repeater **by following the manual exactly**, test RF purity with the TinySA Ultra, and check real-world wattage with the stock antenna.

Is the UV-7B a sleeper upgrade? A rebadged cash-grab? Or something in between?

📡 Stick around — the harmonics test alone is worth watching.

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How To Choose The Right Ham Radio Battery

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Post date November 19, 2025

How To Choose The Right Ham Radio Battery

A practical look at how different LiFePO4 battery sizes perform for portable and emergency ham radio use.

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A Cold Day in Warwickshire

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Post date November 19, 2025

A Cold Day in Warwickshire

My window into the antenna field

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Ham Nation: LIVE ISS Pass! And HamSci!

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Post date November 19, 2025

Ham Nation: LIVE ISS Pass! And HamSci!

An ambitious episode! We try for a live ISS pass with Randy @K7AGE . HamSci Gary Mikitin, AF8AGary Mikitin, AF8A is back to talk about what is new. Don brings a big Amateur Radio Newsline update and Amanda shares a new "Should They Have Called ARES?", and "Ham It, Can It, Or Whatamit?".

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Bonding and Additional Grounds (Short #110)

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Post date November 18, 2025

Bonding and Additional Grounds (Short #110)

@rodkirt9273 is wondering how to properly secure his cables to his ground rod. On that topic, how far apart should ground rods be placed when traveling long distances for grounding?

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How to get your antenna coax into a building

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Post date November 18, 2025

How to get your antenna coax into a building

Utilizing an electrical box to house all of your ham radio coax, rotor controller cable and ground wire all in one clean package.

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The Best Ham Radio Handhelds Available NOW!

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Post date November 18, 2025

The Best Ham Radio Handhelds Available NOW!

Here are my favorite ham radio handhelds for 2025. Buy your favorite ham a new radio this Christmas! This is the curated list of all the radios on my channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1KAjn5rGhizB7DPCdMxHtr41OJMDV-L7

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What Makes This Yellow Radio a GAME CHANGER for Ham Radio?

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Post date November 18, 2025

What Makes This Yellow Radio a GAME CHANGER for Ham Radio?

Discover the ultimate powerhouse in handheld HAM radios with our in-depth review of the Wouxun KG-UV9PX Plus from BetterSafeRadio.com! This 10W dual-band beast packs 999 channels, including a MASSIVE pre-programmed codeplug loaded with 859+ ready-to-go frequencies for SHTF emergencies—think NOAA All-Hazards Weather, Marine Distress, Air Band alerts, Ham ISS contacts, and essential simplex/repeater setups for ARES, RACES, and neighborhood watch.

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ZS6BKW Multiband HF Antenna (#1352)

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Post date November 17, 2025

ZS6BKW Multiband HF Antenna (#1352)

Dave decided to try a new version of what he thinks was an ineffective antenna. Will this new one be any better? Watch to see what it is!

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The ZS6BKW Multiband HF Antenna

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Meshtastic for Beginners: No-License Mesh Networking to Stay Connected Off-Grid

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Post date November 17, 2025

Meshtastic for Beginners: No-License Mesh Networking to Stay Connected Off-Grid

Discover the world of Meshtastic, a revolutionary license-free mesh networking technology that enables seamless off-grid text messaging and GPS tracking without relying on cell towers or satellites. In this beginner’s guide, explore how Meshtastic nodes operate on the 900 MHz band, allowing anyone—amateur radio enthusiasts or casual users—to build a resilient communication network for events, festivals, or disaster preparedness. Learn about popular devices like the SenseCAP T1000 and Spec 5 Delta, their pros and cons, and easy setup via the Bluetooth-enabled Meshtastic app for instant connectivity in crowded or remote areas. Whether you’re tracking family at a Renaissance fair or monitoring property assets, Meshtastic empowers reliable, infrastructure-independent communication for modern adventures.

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