Category: KK6USY Ham Radio Adventures

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After putting the DX Engineering stainless steel whips to the test , I came away impressed. Despite being shorter than some other portable whips, they proved to be more than long enough to perform well on the air. In this video, I put them through their paces and show why antenna length isn’t always the whole story when it comes to portable HF performance.

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#DX Engineering Whips,# POTA ,#Portable HF Antenna ,#Ham Radio Antennas,#Stainless Steel Whip

DX Engineering stainless steel telescopic whips are built for portable operators who want a rugged, dependable antenna that packs down small and deploys quickly. Made from quality stainless steel, these whips offer excellent durability, smooth telescoping action, and reliable performance for portable, mobile, and POTA operations. They’re a great choice when you need a compact antenna that can handle the outdoors without breaking the bank.

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Come along for an exciting 3-park POTA adventure featuring a historic California lighthouse! We hit the coast, set up our portable stations, and put several different antennas to the test while making contacts from some beautiful locations. Watch to see all the different antennas we used, which ones performed best, and how we put our portable gear to work. It’s ham radio, great scenery, a lighthouse, and plenty of POTA fun!

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In this test I test the tuner on two 9:1 antennas and the CaHR Poseidon Vertical, check it out you might be surprised!
The Yaesu FC-80 is a compact automatic antenna tuner designed specifically for the Yaesu FTX-1 field transceiver. Built for portable and outdoor operation, the FC-80 provides fast automatic matching of a wide range of wire antennas, helping operators achieve efficient power transfer with minimal setup time. Its lightweight, weather-resistant design makes it an ideal companion for POTA, SOTA, field days, and emergency communications, allowing hams to spend more time making contacts and less time adjusting antennas.

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The ARRL June VHF Contest is one of the premier operating events for VHF and UHF enthusiasts, challenging amateur radio operators to make as many contacts as possible across the 50 MHz and higher bands. Operators often seek out mountaintops, ridges, and other high-elevation locations to maximize line-of-sight coverage and take advantage of tropospheric propagation. Whether you’re chasing new grid squares, testing portable equipment, or competing for a top score, the June VHF Contest is a great opportunity to experience the excitement of weak-signal operating and discover just how far VHF signals can travel.

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The RETEVIS RA89R is a rugged, easy-to-use handheld radio designed for outdoor adventures, emergency preparedness, and everyday communication. In this video, I take the RA89R into the forest to see how it performs in real-world conditions, testing audio quality, ease of use, portability, and overall reliability. Whether you’re a ham radio operator, hiker, camper, overlander, or just looking for a dependable handheld radio, this field test will help you decide if the RA89R deserves a spot in your gear bag.

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Have you used the RETEVIS RA89R? I’d love to hear about your experiences with range, audio quality, and durability. Drop your thoughts below and let everyone know how it performed for you in the field!

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I wanted to test the new Hydra from Coffee and Ham Radios. What better place to try it than the mountains? Well I checked the weather and it was supposed to be clear and sunny. Things change fast in the mountains , check out how the antenna did and a really bad band day!

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If you love Coffee and Ham Radios, this is your kind of event—great people, amazing deals, and nonstop radio talk. In this video I give a look at the Ols and New products CaHR will have at this years Dayton Hamfest.
Make sure and check out ThesmokinApes video explaining our new antenna the Hydra.

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