2m Moxon directional build-lightweight, rugged & packs a punch.

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 Thanks to Ben Eadie (VE6SFX) for this fascinating Moxon antenna build.

According to Ben, this easily-built antenna is "lightweight, rugged, & packs a punch."

Most of the materials can be found locally or through online vendors.  The antenna is foldable and can be carried to wherever you chose to operate.  The antenna is suitable for both field and home station use.

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ame8Dpve9Xo

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Russ Roberts (KH6JRM/AL0HA).

Here are some comments from Ben (VE6SFX):

In this video, I walk through the build and field testing of my lightweight, rugged 2-meter Moxon directional antenna—designed for ham radio, emergency comms, SOTA, POTA, and even foxhunting. This compact antenna folds down into a 2x2x16 inch package and performs just as well as a small Yagi. It’s made using unconventional materials like Faraday tape, fiberglass rods, and window screen. We go through the construction process and real-world repeater range tests up to 130 km on 5 watts. Perfect for field operators, preppers, and anyone looking to pack big performance into a small footprint. Check the link below to grab one before they’re gone https://vfcomms.com/shop/antenna/foxo... Want a kit or plans? Comment below or sign up for updates: https://mailchi.mp/vfcomms/zeehe6nht4 Link to Radio Modile Online video:    • Can You Predict How Far Your VHF-UHF Radio...   Link to the Yagi "Flagi" video:    • Tape Measure Yagi-Uda Antenna 2m/70cm DIY:...   ‪@SimplyOffGridLife‬ YouTube channel Where to get my other antennas: https://vfcomms.com/ Covered topics: • Moxon antenna build for 2m band • How to use Faraday fabric in antenna design • Portable Yagi alternative • VHF directional antenna range test • Foxhunting antenna ideas • Compact antenna for bug-out bags • 2-meter repeater testing • Using Radio Mobile Online for planning Subscribe and follow along for more ham radio builds, antenna experiments, and field gear tests. Amateurfunk VHF UHF Antenne J-Pol Antenne J-Pole Antenne 2 m Antenne 70 cm Antenne 144 MHz Antenne 430 MHz Antenne Portabel Antenne Leichtbau Antenne Kompakte Antenne Mobilfunk Amateurfunk Notfunk SOTA POTA Selbstbau Antenne Experimentelle Antennen アマチュア無線 VHF UHF アンテナ Jポールアンテナ Jポール 144MHz アンテナ 430MHz アンテナ 2m 70cm アンテナ 軽量アンテナ ポータブルアンテナ 非常用アンテナ 登山 無線 POTA SOTA 布製アンテナ フレキシブルアンテナ コンパクトアンテナ 移動運用 非常用通信
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