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I was able to purchase a new GigaParts Explorer Carbon Fiber mast while at Hamvention 2024. Thanks to my friend, Mike K8MRD, for helping me obtain one of the few that were in stock.

In this video Sandy W7NRS and I hike to the top of two mountains (Summits on the Air) within the Coconino National Forest (Parks on the Air) to activate a SOTA/POTA combo using this mast. We put it to the test in high winds and it held up like a champ.

GigaParts Explorer Mast: https://www.gigaparts.com/explorer-pota20-portable-handheld-20-ft-telescopic-carbon-fiber-mast.html

Tufteln Winders: https://tufteln.com/

Pressure Paddle: https://vk3il.net/pressure-paddle-v2/ (thanks to Owen M0KVI for sending to me)

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One of my favorite events at Hamvention is Vendor Night. Small start-up business or individuals selling their gadgets they developed themselves. Very cool stuff.

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I worked the flea market at Hamvention 2024 in the rain, first thing Friday morning. There were some good finds.

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Four Days in May (FDIM) is an annual event where QRP fans gather for a symposium, and other activities such as electronics competitions, home brew demonstrations, and sharing ideas and information.

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Begali Keys at Hamvention 2024

I arrived in Dayton for Hamvention 2024. Staying in an AirBnB with my fellow Tubers

Derek W7DLZ and I hiked to the top of Pentagram Crater to participate in Summits on the Air. For this activity, amateur radio operators hike specific summits with ham radio gear. If we contact 4 other stations, we revive points for the "activation"

This Manhattan Circuit Construction Technique for Homebrew Ham Radios is very common with ham radio homebrewers. Doug DeMaw, W1FB, wrote an article titled ”Quick-and-Easy Circuit Boards for the Beginner” detailing construction using what is referred to as dead bug or ugly construction. In the same article by Doug DeMaw, Figure 3 shows the use of printed circuit board squares glued to the main printed circuit board. The squares are used to solder component leads to for common electrical and mechanical connections. This technique is attributed to Wes Hayward, W7ZOI, and Wes suggested using hot glue as a fixitive to hold the pads in place.

Buy MeSquares here: QRPme.com
Buy Coper Clad Board here: https://amzn.to/3WAMLd0

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I am amazed at how many peaks I have hiked to the top of, in Arizona, that have ruins on them.

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