A handheld telescopic portable dipole for 6 and 10 metres

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ_dI4aVHj8.  This is post 2094 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas.

Australian radio amateur Peter Parker (VK3YE) has created another great antenna for portable and emergency use.  This time, Peter shows us how to make a handy, easily-made portable antenna for 6 and 10 meters.

Here are some comments by Peter:

"Covering two bands and collapses down to almost nothing, this portable dipole is idea (l) for summer contacts on 6 & 10 metres. Watch video for description and demo. 27 MHz CBers should be able to use this antenna by adding a turn or two extra on each coil. PS: Like these videos? Wish to support this channel? If so please store this link to Amazon Shopping as a bookmark or favourite. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=amateur+ra... Then when you buy something I receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Or check my books page to see if any appeal. http://home.alphalink.com.au/~parkerp..."
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