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4 Essential Antennas Every New Ham Radio Operator Needs to Know

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Post date February 2, 2026

4 Essential Antennas Every New Ham Radio Operator Needs to Know

Discover the four must-know antenna types for every new amateur radio operator: the simple dipole, omnidirectional vertical, directional Yagi, and super-popular end-fed halfwave (EFHW). Learn their designs, radiation patterns, and ideal use cases for home setups, portable operations, or Parks on the Air (POTA) activations. Whether you’re just starting out or improving your station, this beginner-friendly guide helps you choose and deploy the right antenna for better signal propagation and more contacts.

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Retevis RB48 Pro Industrial Built Two Way Radio For Teams

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Post date February 2, 2026

Retevis RB48 Pro Industrial Built Two Way Radio For Teams

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AI Logging? – Ham Nuggets Live Season 7 Episode 5

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Post date February 2, 2026

AI Logging? - Ham Nuggets Live Season 7 Episode 5

I did a SOTA and I used AI for my logger. Can we prompt our way through a successful upload of the log? Tune in and find out. Help me stump the AI!

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Nine Useful 3D Prints For Ham Radio

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Post date February 2, 2026

Nine Useful 3D Prints For Ham Radio

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Until Someone Finally Explained It!

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Post date February 2, 2026

Until Someone Finally Explained It!

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80 Meters: Easy Radio Tuning for Your Antenna #shorts

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Post date February 2, 2026

80 Meters: Easy Radio Tuning for Your Antenna #shorts

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Whats coming up for the month of February

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Post date February 1, 2026

Whats coming up for the month of February

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Ham Radio High Adventure with Brad KA9JDE

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Post date February 1, 2026

Ham Radio High Adventure with Brad KA9JDE

Brad, KA9JDE, is a Summits on the Air (SOTA) Mountain Goat. The stories behind his achievement are inspiring — and at times, downright harrowing. Join us as we dive into Brad’s journey through ham radio, how he discovered SOTA, the advice he has for outdoor radio operators, and even his side hobby of traveling the world in search of unforgettable scuba diving adventures.

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