Simple Ham Radio Antennas

  If you need an emergency 2-meter antenna for both home station and field use, then this project from Jason (KM4ACK) may interest you. In this video, Jason uses a variety of  "scrap" materials from his workshop and ham shack to make a basic 2-meter antenna. Jason takes you step-by-step through the entire construction, testing, and use phases of this "do it yourself" VHF antenna. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=og5ArlzCdzk. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are a few comments from Jason (KM4ACK): Can we build an antenna from scrap material found around the house? 🔹My Favorite Gear - https://www.amazon.com/shop/km4ack 🔹Links mentioned in the video Butane Solder Iron - https://amzn.to/4krVo3d Pinecil Solder Iron - https://amzn.to/4hzNJNu Auto Wire Stripper - https://amzn.to/3FuyrfH Leatherman Arc - https://amzn.to/41UQHq2 SO239 Adapter - htt...

  Here's an easy way to get great exercise while enjoying your ham radio activities--go bicycle mobile to the nearest park for a fascinating way to make contacts. In this video from the "HOA Ham" (KD4BMG), we see how easy it is to make your bicycle part of your operating day. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJiNR--ZLLo. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from KD4BMG: Ham Radio, a Bike, and the Great Outdoors: Share Your Bicycle Mobile Operation. Join the Bikes On The Air Facebook Group.    / bikesontheair   Items used in video: ➽ Protective Wrap -- https://amzn.to/3HcuGrS ➽ Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna -- https://amzn.to/3KvaEt7 ➽ Xiegu G90 -- https://amzn.to/3xEIZ5K ➽ Bioenno Power BLF-1209WS 12V 9Ah -- https://amzn.to/3zqFD7D ➽ Wolf River Coil Silver Bullet Mini -- https://www.wo...