Simple Ham Radio Antennas

  According to Mike (K8MRD), you can build a "quick, cheap, and easy" antenna for the 10 meter amateur radio band for under $10 dollars. Most of the materials can be found in your "junk box" or at the nearest hardware store or building supply outlet. This ultra-simple dipole antenna is suitable for both field and home station use.  The antenna is lightweight and highly portable. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHyEMdHVMWc. The construction techniques used by Mike can be used for any amateur radio band. Thanks for joining us today. Russ Roberts (KH6JRM/AL0HA). Here are some comments from Mike (K8MRD): How To Build A Dipole Antenna For 10 Meter Ham Radio. Quick, Cheap, And Easy! Consider becoming a Patron @    / k8mrdradiostuff   Follow me on Twitter.    / k8mrd   Links to many of the things I use can be found here: https://www...

  If you need a simple, multi-band HF antenna covering the 40-10 meter amateur radio bands, check this Rybakov antenna project from Tim (G5TM). The Rybakov antenna is ideal for both field and home station use. Most of the antenna components are available through online vendors or at the nearest hardware store or home improvement outlet.  Your "junk box" may contain an old PVC mast, a suitable UnUn, or lengths of speaker wire. This antenna is easy-to-make and deploy in your backyard or at the nearest public park. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odWQKiLYY5o. Thanks for joining us today. Russ (KH6JRM/AL0HA). Here are some comments from Tim (G5TM): Let’s have a good look at the Rybakov antenna. Build one and see how it works. Connect with my channel by subscribing and commenting. How this was made Auto-dubbed Audio tracks for some languages were automatically generated. Learn more As...

  Whether you are a newly-licensed radio amateur or an experienced ham radio operator, you will find the tips and suggestions from the "Ham Radio Duo": (N4FFF and N4BKY) useful in expanding your enjoyment of Amateur Radio. The video concentrates on field operations, such as SOTA and POTA.  The discussion centers around antenna systems, connectors, wire choices, tuning, and various feed lines. The video is worth adding to your personal amateur radio library. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmIjWaRjXX4. Thanks for joining us today. Russ Roberts (KH6JRM/AL0HA). Here are some comments from N4FFF and N4BKY: Best antenna for POTA and SOTA? We break down dipoles, verticals, EFHWs, tuners, analyzers, and coax — what they are, why they matter, and how to choose what’s right for you. Simple, practical advice to get you on the air and having fun! 73, Michael N4FFF es Becky N4BKY ♨️ Want to...