DIY Folding Rotating Dipole 10-20 meter.


 

If you need a compact, simple to make HF Antenna for your next camping trip or RV expedition to a distant park, please try this folding rotating dipole antenna by Chuck (KK6USY).

The antenna covers amateur radio bands between 20 and 10 meters and lends itself to most portable operations.

Make one of these antennas for your "go-kit" and be prepared for the next emergency.

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zY-vlC1b6Zg.

Thanks for joining us today.

Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).

Here are some comments from Chuck (KK6USY):

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