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What Do You Really NEED For Portable Ham Radio Operations?

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Post date June 17, 2026

What Do You Really NEED For Portable Ham Radio Operations?

As portable operators, we’re always looking for ways to maximize our abilities while minimizing our gear. But for the newbie, some things might not be as obvious. How much stuff do you really need? How much stuff are you willing to carry? How much stuff do you NOT need? Where are you going? What are you planning on doing? In this video I show 5 different portable ham radio go bags that I have setup for various purposes from big 100 watt radios to small QRP radios. Some things change, some stay the same. But the 5 core elements are always there.
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As an Amazon Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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⭐️Save up to 20% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Code K8MRD10 at checkout.

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⭐️Fara-J Antennas: https://vfcomms.com/?sca_ref=10776057.9X2g5LehW7Er
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⭐️10% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 10% off
https://messi.it
(USA & Canada get free shipping on orders $99 euros or more!)
⭐️Signal Stuff Signal Stick Antennas: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=4089

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The Two Microphone Problem

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Post date June 15, 2026

The Two Microphone Problem

I have 2 radios in the car which means I have 2 microphones. I’ve always had them mounted on my Lido mount but I never really liked the way I did it. It was not the best placement. So I found a solution by Johnathan, KM4CFT that does away with my cluttered mess. A simple yet elegant 3D print solution. And I use PETG btw.
⭐️Dual Lido Yaesu Mic Holder: https://www.printables.com/model/1054805-dual-lido-yeasu-mic-holder
⭐️Lido Radio: https://www.lidoradio.com
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Camp, Hike, Cook. Teardrop Camper Lake Somerville State Park, TX

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Post date June 12, 2026

Camp, Hike, Cook. Teardrop Camper Lake Somerville State Park, TX

Caitlin, K8FAE, @HamRadioK8FAE and I set out Monday afternoon for a short but very beautiful and very relaxing camping trip to Lake Somerville State Park (US-3030). It’s only about an hour and forty five minutes West of me so we thought it’d be a great place to take the teardrop. I’ve been wanting to come to this park for a very long time, back when I was still camping in my car but never made it out until now. We stayed Monday and Tuesday and had an absolute blast. We’re definitely going back. Hopefully soon. I tried some different shooting/editing styles to capture the beauty of the park while also sprinkling in my normal, immature self. I hope you enjoy it.

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Opec OP-PS3005D Variable DC Power Supply From 12VoltPower

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Post date June 10, 2026

Opec OP-PS3005D Variable DC Power Supply From 12VoltPower

We all have a power supply to power our radios. Some of them only put out 13.8V, some of them, like this Opek OP-PS3005D https://www.12voltpower.com/product/opek-ps3005d-power-supply-30a/ allow for a little more flexibility. This is a variable DC power supply rated from 9-15 Volts DC with a max current rating of 30 amps. It features 2 Anderson Power Pole connectors on the front and one Binding post on the back. It has an easy to read LDC screen that shows voltage and current consumption and a voltage adjustment knob to dial in that specific voltage you may need for whatever you’re testing or using. It’s small enough to fit on your ham radio desk or workbench but delivers a wide range of voltage and has a high enough current rating for just about anything you want to throw at it.
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PackTenna Outdoor Enclosure By KF0SYY

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Post date June 8, 2026

PackTenna Outdoor Enclosure By KF0SYY

Hernon, KF0SYY, has come up with a great solution to "weather proof" your Packtenna antenna. This is a print in place, no assembly required 3D print that houses your Packtenna that also has a gasket you 3D print out of TPU (flexible filament). This way you can semi permanently mount the antenna at your house, or if it’s raining, (no thunder and lightning of course) whilst out portable, just throw it in this case and your antenna is protected. Because this is a remix of another design, it still needs to be approved by the original creator of the box, but it is totally ok to share on places like Google Drive, which Hernon has graciously allowed us to do here: ⭐️https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15sAyuSqjeoRW8GLfPiQTJeRd2rWgSZiM?usp=sharing

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The Invention Of Necessity Is Mothers

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Post date June 5, 2026

The Invention Of Necessity Is Mothers

It’s an old Chinese proverb, I didn’t make it up at all… But, I did come up with a solution to keep my drawers in the teardrop camper closed whilst driving. I got a lot of helpful comments on the last camper video with some great ideas of how to keep them closed, but one sparked an idea inside me. I couldn’t find anything I was looking for though. So I had to make it myself. This is the result.
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The Ultimate All In One Assorted Anderson Powerpole & Crimp Tool Kit

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Post date June 3, 2026

The Ultimate All In One Assorted Anderson Powerpole & Crimp Tool Kit

I wish I had this when I was camping. This is the All In One Assorted Powerpole & Crimp Tool Kit from 12VoltPower. https://www.12voltpower.com/product/15-45gobag-the-ultimate-all-in-one-assorted-powerpole-kit/ I had a wire come out of one of my 15 amp Power Poles for my Yaesu VX-7R charger and I had to do a rather crude field repair to get it working again. I never even thought to have a power pole kit in my bag of tricks for the camper. Live and learn as they say. Now 12VoltPower has a kit that has literally everything you need. A 155 piece kit with genuine Anderson Power Poles, all kinds of accessories, a really nice ratcheting crimp tool, and a very nice bag to keep all that and more in. It’s only $99! It works great, gives solid crimps, and 12VoltPower is an actual reputable dealer of Anderson Power Poles. No Chinese knock offs here!
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Failure Is Always An Option

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Post date June 1, 2026

Failure Is Always An Option

I got to go play radio yesterday. Decided to do some QRP with my new antenna. The N6ARA Tiny Gawant. https://n6ara.com/product/tinygawant-kit/ It’s a pretty cool little antenna, though yesterday might not have been the best day for QRP.
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OuTask TD-2 The Last Portable Outdoor Light You’ll Ever Need

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Post date May 29, 2026

OuTask TD-2 The Last Portable Outdoor Light You'll Ever Need

Ok hear me out, this isn’t just another flashlight…This is so much more and it’s perfect for anyone who wants a rugged, waterproof, dimmable magnetic, telescopic flashlight, that does all the things and it does them well. I took this on my trip to Xenia and used it a lot while camping. As I have a small trailer, I need small lights to illuminate the outside, but I want a lot of light, and the OuTask TD-2 does exactly that. Plus you can save $10 off with code K8MRD with this fancy affiliate link: https://outask-td.com/?ref=k8mrd

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Big Storage Upgrades To My Tiny Teardrop Camper

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Post date May 27, 2026

Big Storage Upgrades To My Tiny Teardrop Camper

I’ve been spending the last couple days working on the teardrop camper. While camping for Dayton Hamvention we realized we could do some small but useful upgrades to the interior for storage. Previously I had 3D printed some little storage baskets, and while they worked, they were always in the way when we needed to move stuff around. So I got to work 3D printing some drawers, ordered a cargo mesh, a new table, printed a new USB hub, bought some fire extinguishers, and ordered a special little surprise…

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⭐️Portable Toilet: https://amzn.to/3PD2QOq
⭐️Cargo Net: https://amzn.to/4nNqy77
⭐️Fire Extinguisher: https://amzn.to/4v9czLo
⭐️Drawers (I’m using the "No Honeycomb With Handle): https://makerworld.com/en/models/242888-under-desk-drawer-xl#profileId-385425
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