Category: KK6USY Ham Radio Adventures

In this video on my quest to get into the Sac-Valley Mesh network I try a home made Yagi and OH my what happens! If you have been thinking of getting a 3D printer there is no better time than now!

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In this video I tryout a small amp on a IC-705 to see how they perform on a Parks On The Air activation. I also test a new super light weight Linked Dipole that hopefully will be available from Coffee and Ham Radios! I know it’s QRP but it may be the only radio someone has.

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In this video I build a Yagi for Meshtastic does it work?

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In this video I go out to a hilltop to see if I can make any contacts on Meshtastic.

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In this video I walk the vendors and swap meet at the 2024 Pacificon Hamfest.

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In this video I walk the Pacificon Hamfest and interview some of the vender at the show. Make sure to watch part 2 with more venders and I walk the flea market also.

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In this we talk about a 40m half square on 160.

In this video I show a cheap bag that the IC-705 fits into to protect it in my travels on my dual sport motorcycle.

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In this video I show two identical dipole antenna outside of one thing, can the SWR be the same?
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