Simple Ham Radio Antennas

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=RVKRnQmrx3k. Propagation these days seems to favor the 40 and 20 meter bands. Why not build an antenna that covers these two bands? In this video from "RC 286", we see a well-organized approach to the construction of this simple, effective antenna.  With all materials laid out in a systematic manner, it will be easy to build and test this homebrew HF antenna. Most of the materials used in this two-band HF antenna can be found at the nearest hardware store or home improvement outlet. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/ http://www.hamradioupdate.com. http://www.southgatearc.org. https://www.eham.net. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislanda

If you can't view this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://youtube.com/watch?v=RVKRnQmrx3k. If you want a simple, effective, and inexpensive antenna for the 40 and 20 meter amateur radio bands, then this video by RC286 is for you.  This video documentary covers the theory, design, construction, and use of this two-band HF antenna.  Dipole antennas can do an excellent job if they are mounted high enough and clear from obstructions. Even if you can only support an inverted Vee dipole antenna on a single mast, you will still get good results.  Make one of these antennas for portable or emergency use.  This two band HF dipole antenna can also serve as a "backup antenna" in case your current antenna is disabled. For the latest Amateur Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/ar