Category: K8MRD Radio Stuff

Mike K8MRD’s Videos

Can You Use Two Antennas At The Same Time?

Post author By admin
Post date July 10, 2023

I get a gift and an insult, Charging Batteries with BuddiPole PowerMini 2, Santa needs our help, and 2 antennas at the same time man!

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
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Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
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As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

K8MRD Radio Stuff Shirts:
Happy Skull Guy: https://grapevineamateurradio.com/collections/youtubers-bunch/products/k8mrd-radio-stuff-t-shirt-special-order
Tower of Terror: https://grapevineamateurradio.com/collections/youtubers-bunch/products/k8mrd-radio-stuff-tower-t-shirt-special-order

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

Signal Stuff Signal Stick Antennas:
BNC Antenna: https://signalstuff.com/super-elastic-signal-stick-bnc/?ref=4089
SMA Female Antenna: https://signalstuff.com/super-elastic-signal-stick-sma-female/?ref=4089
SMA Male Antenna: https://signalstuff.com/super-elastic-signal-stick-sma-male/?ref=4
Signalstuff Antennas: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=4089

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
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#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

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The Andy Cowley Friday Night FT8 Extravaganza!

Post author By admin
Post date July 8, 2023

Let’s see who we can contact. You never know.

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd

Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube

Retevis Radio Prime Day Deals And Giveaway!

Post author By admin
Post date July 7, 2023

Retevis has some great deals for Amazon Prime Day, and we’re giving away a Retevis RT3S bundle! We’re also giving away 10 Portable HF Antennas!!!
Ailunce HD1 will get 20% off. https://amzn.to/3PPUPDj
Retevis RT3S will get 20% off. https://amzn.to/3rt8GVS
Retevis RT95 will get 20% off. https://amzn.to/3rpVJMy
Retevis RA25 will get 20% off. https://amzn.to/44EIm9G
Retevis RB86 will get 20% off. https://amzn.to/44oVu3i
https://www.retevis.com
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd

Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube

Ultimate K8MRD 40-6 Meter DX Commander Expedition Mod!

Post author By admin
Post date July 6, 2023

I managed to get every band 40-6 Meters on my DX Commander Expedition Antenna! Here’s how!
https://dxcommander.com

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd

Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #DXCommander

K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube

Does The TidRadio TD-H8 Actually Do What Is Advertised??

Post author By admin
Post date July 5, 2023

They say it’s a 10 watt radio. In the past that has always been a lie from Chinese radio manufacturers. Today we put the 2nd Gen TidRadio TD-H8 to the Power Test!
GET IT HERE:
2ND Gen Bundle: https://amzn.to/3Njve2K
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd

Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #TidRadioH8

K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube

K8MRD Reacts More Mean Comments 🤣

Post author By admin
Post date July 3, 2023

Oh the Comment Trolls never stop do they? Well, fortunately they give me some great content and plenty of laughs. Let’s see what they have in store for us this time!

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd

Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube

Giant Mass Canadian POTA Activation!!

Post author By admin
Post date July 1, 2023

Calling all POTA Hunters: From 00:00 Zulu July 1st there is a giant POTA Activation happening for 24 hours. POTA Park VE-5082. A massive trail that runs all through the Great White North. Many Activators will be activating across the country of Canada. Let’s see how many we can get in the log! This one will be for the record books! You don’t want to miss it.

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd

Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube

Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 Suppressed

Post author By admin
Post date June 30, 2023

Shooting my new M&P 15-22 for the first time. My friend Frank brought out a Suppressor while we blow up spray paint cans. Much fun was had.

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd

Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube

2023 ARRL Field Day Was So Much Fun!!!

Post author By admin
Post date June 27, 2023

ARRL Field Day Is Always So Much Fun. Friends And Ham Radio Is What It’s All About. Come See Our Setup, Join In Our Shenanigans, And Enjoy Our 2023 Field Day.
~K8MRD RADIO STUFF MERCH:
Happy Skull Guy Shirt: https://grapevineamateurradio.com/collections/youtubers-bunch/products/k8mrd-radio-stuff-t-shirt-special-order
Tower of Terror Shirt: https://grapevineamateurradio.com/collections/youtubers-bunch/products/k8mrd-radio-stuff-tower-t-shirt-special-order

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd

Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube

Coaxial Cable: How Long Is Too Long?

Post author By admin
Post date June 26, 2023

Can Coaxial Cable Be Too Long? What Is The Best Size Battery For Portable Ham Radio? How Can You Increase The Bandwidth Of HamStick Antennas?

**Save 5% Off Messi & Paoloni at Gigaparts OR DIRECT FROM M&P with code K8MRD
~Gigaparts Link: https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60
~Messi & Paoloni Link: https://messi.it
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

Coax Loss Calculator: https://kv5r.com/ham-radio/coax-loss-calculator/

Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff
Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd

Links to many of the things I use can be found here:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Big Geek Battery Box, https://k8mrd.square.site
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OzkQ7Xd_QHs
Tri-Lam BuddiStick Pro Counterpoise Support: https://k8mrd.square.site

Parks On The Air Merch (non affiliate) https://www.clubgearonline.com

Links to other stuff (affiliate where possible)
**Save 15% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD at checkout.

The SkyHook Portable Mast Antenna Mount (non affiliate)
http://www.thehamstop.com/
Use code K8MRDRADIO for 20% off

Save 5% Off At Gigaparts With Code K8MRD:
https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Mike%20K8MRD%20Page#?lp=Mike+K8MRD+Page&Stockstatusfilter=Currently+in+stock%21&search_return=all&res_per_page=60

5% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 5% off.
https://messi.it. (or you can order from Gigaparts)

~~~$15 off most purchases over $65 at Radioddity:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair