Rigexpert AA-2000 Zoom Antenna Analyzer (Product Review)
I take a look at the Rigexpert AA-2000 Zoom antenna analyzer capable of measuring frequencies between .1 – 2000 Mhz Display modes: SWR, return loss, R, X, Z, L, C, Magnitude, and Phase Angle at a...
View ArticleBest Ham Radio Headset? Heil BM-17 Dual Side Boomset Review
I’ve been using the Heil BM-17 on my Parks on the Air activations for the last few months. The Heil BM-17 is a lightweight single-side or dual-side headset designed for Amateur Radio use. In this...
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BougeRV 200 watt 9BB solar panel review – 9 bus bars is better
I test and review BougeRV 200 watt 9 Bus Bar (9BB) solar panel. This panel features 9 Bus Bar (9BB) construction for a 22.8% solar conversion, one of the highest in the industry. This panel is ideal...
View ArticleYour ultimate guide to the CaHRtenna Apollo End Fed Half Wave EFHW Antenna
I take a look at the Coffee and Ham Radio’s Apollo End Fed Half Wave (EFHW) antenna. CaHRtenna EFHW is a 49:1 end fed antenna designed to operate on the 40 to 10 meter bands. The god Apollo is one of...
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Work 8 amazing bands with one antenna! CaHR Ares End Fed Random Wire
The folks are Coffee and Ham Radio did it again! This time with their Ares End Fed random wire (non-resonant) antenna. What’s a random wire antenna and why would you want one? Let’s talk about that as...
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Is this the best? Gabil GRA-7350TC Ultra Compact Vertical Antenna
We take the Gabil GRA-7350TC portable whip antenna and lightweight tripod up north with us to Madeline Island on the shore of Lake Superior (Big Bay State Park K-1439) to give it a test and see if...
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New and Improved! Chameleon LEFS 4010 EFHW Antenna
I head to Council Grounds State Park (POTA K-1447) to test the new Chameleon LEFS 4010 end fed half wave antenna system. The LEFS or Light Weight Antenna System is a versatile EFHW HF antenna with...
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Setting QRP on FIRE with the Chameleon OCF 40 Antenna
I head out to Dewey Marsh State Wildlife Area (POTA K-9840) with my QRP Yaesu FT-817ND to give the Chameleon OCF 40 Off Center Fed dipole antenna a test. The CHA OCF40 is a very lightweight and...
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Everything you wanted to know about Chameleon’s PRV Vertical Antenna Kit
I made over 1000 contacts and spent a month working with the Chameleon PRV or Portable Resonant Vertical Antenna kit. The core of the PRV is the Multi Configuration Coil or MCC. This adjustable coil,...
View ArticleDiscover the Power of Magnetic Loop Antennas: Chameleon F-Loop 3.0
In the proper sense, small magnetic loop antennas are not considered a compromise. With a properly sized loop, they have the efficiency of a properly mounted half wave dipole*. The Chameleon F-Loop...
View ArticlePortable Ham Radio: Chameleon CHA Stinger Kit Review
The Chameleon CHA Stinger Kit is a versatile solution for a vertical antenna counterpoise or ground plane. The Stinger kit consists of six 48 inch stainless steel elements with all weather banana...
View ArticleAntenna Book Face-Off: Rothammel vs ARRL – Which one reigns supreme?
I take a look at the 13th revised edition and first English translation of Rothammel’s Antenna book and compare is to the new 25th Edition of the ARRL Antenna Book. Which book stands out as the best?...
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Building the CaHRTenna Poseidon: A non-resonant vertical antenna powerhouse
CaHRTenna Poseidon is the Coffee and Ham Radio’s take on the popular Rybakov vertical non resonant antenna. Today we’ll talk about Poseidon, show you how to build your own, and put the Greek god of...
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Maximize Your Signal with the Chameleon URT-1 Remote Antenna Tuner
The Chameleon URT-1 is a remote outdoor antenna tuner for almost any type of antenna or model of transceiver. This wide range tuner matches resonant and non-resonant wires, verticals, and long wire...
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The Essential Portable HF Antenna: 100 Watt End Fed Half Wave Kit
Ham Radio Dude’s portable end fed half wave antenna, the Dudetenna, features a substantial toroid and reinforced radiating wire for 100 watt operation in both digital and sideband modes. DudeTenna...
View ArticleThe Fastest Antenna Analyzer: Chameleon SA-1 SWR Meter
The Chameleon SA-1 is a compact easy to use antenna analyzer that will help you measure SWR and tune your multi band antenna, like the Chameleon PRV System or Wolf River Coil Silver Bullet 1000. The...
View ArticleThe Antenna with a Secret: Rez Antenna Systems Recon 40 Coil
You may think the Rez Antenna Systems Recon 40 is like any other base loaded coil, but what makes this one different is that you can change bands with a flick of a switch Rez Antenna Systems Recon 40...
View ArticleIs bigger better? The Big Kansas Coil Vertical Antenna System
The Big Kansas Coil is a lightweight, portable, and durable base loaded vertical antenna system that when paired with a telescoping whip operates on the 6 through 80 meter ham radio bands. This coil...
View ArticleI Tested Radioddity HF-008 Antenna. Here’s What Happened
Radioddity HF-008 is a compact portable antenna with multiple taps along its coil select any amateur band from 6 meters down to 80 meters. At the top of the antenna is an adjustable whip for fine...
View ArticleIt’s the REEL DEAL! POTA-ble end fed half wave antenna review
The Reel POTA-ble end fed half wave antenna makes deployment a breeze as it is built into a chalk-string marker. Just reel out and reel in the antenna to your desired frequency. Fully deployed, it is...
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