Category: K8MRD Radio Stuff

Simple, Easy, And Cheap Way To Make Links For Your End Fed Half Wave Antenna. What does 44 mean in ham radio? Choking your Antenna.
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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

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 10% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD10 at checkout.

ABR Industries Is A Full-Line American-Made Coax (RF) Cable Assembly Manufacturer

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

10% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 10% 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
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Triple The Life Of Your Yaesu FT2, FT3, Or FT5 Radio!! Check Out This Awesome Battery From Kevin, W0AEZ https://w0aez.com/product/bp-y14l/

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

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 10% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD10 at checkout.

ABR Industries Is A Full-Line American-Made Coax (RF) Cable Assembly Manufacturer

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

Get the most out of your Baofeng UV-5R Radio with these cheap and simple upgrades!

Antennas, Batteries, Microphones, & Programming Accessories can be found on my Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradiostuff/list/2A2CE35KTDCQF?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfk8mrdradiostuff_HYZ9HA19SR0NN6WTMC98
Ed Fong Dual Band Roll Up J-Pole: https://grapevineamateurradio.com/collections/radio-gear/products/ed-fong-j-pole-antennas-dual-band-220-and-roll-up?variant=32440756568243
Signal Stuff Signal Stick: Signalstuff Antennas: https://signalstuff.com/?ref=4089

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

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 10% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD10 at checkout.

ABR Industries Is A Full-Line American-Made Coax (RF) Cable Assembly Manufacturer

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

10% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 10% 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:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

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

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 10% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD10 at checkout.

ABR Industries Is A Full-Line American-Made Coax (RF) Cable Assembly Manufacturer

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

10% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 10% 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:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

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

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 10% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD10 at checkout.

ABR Industries Is A Full-Line American-Made Coax (RF) Cable Assembly Manufacturer

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

10% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 10% 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:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

Why Do We Need Grid Squares For FT8? How To Attach An Antenna To An RV? What Happens When The Grid Goes Down?

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

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

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 10% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD10 at checkout.

ABR Industries Is A Full-Line American-Made Coax (RF) Cable Assembly Manufacturer

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

10% off Messi & Paoloni Coax
Use code K8MRD for 10% 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:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

I Picked Up A 20 Amp MPPT Solar Charge Controller From Amazon. How Much Better Is It Than My Bioenno 20 Amp PWM Charge Controller? And Is It RF Quiet???

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

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 10% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD10 at checkout.

ABR Industries Is A Full-Line American-Made Coax (RF) Cable Assembly Manufacturer

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:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

Beginners Luck Or Pure Skill? I Made My First Satellite Contact With The ISS!

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

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 10% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD10 at checkout.

ABR Industries Is A Full-Line American-Made Coax (RF) Cable Assembly Manufacturer

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:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #parksontheair

The Baofeng UV-5R is the first radio many hams purchase. What do you do with it not that you’ve got your license?

What Is The Proper Size Battery? How To Give Your Park While Operating FT8? How To Submit A Log For A 2Fer?

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

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 10% off your Coax order at ABR Industries. Use code K8MRD10 at checkout.

ABR Industries Is A Full-Line American-Made Coax (RF) Cable Assembly Manufacturer

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:
http://radioddity.refr.cc/mikedahlhofer

#hamradio #k8mrd #mailbagmonday