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The Doublet-Best Multi-Band Antenna?

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  According to Tim (K5OHY), if you want a HF antennas that is "simple, versatile, and (produces) great results", build a multiband doublet antenna. In this video, Tim explores the pros and cons of the "classic" doublet antenna. After taking us through the antenna build, Tim deploys the doublet for a QRP activation with excellent results. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSS1dw3e5Oc Thanks for joining us today. Russ (KH6JRM/AL0HA). Here are some comments from Tim (K5OHY): I cover the advantages of a multiband doublet, show some modeling, and then deploy it for a QRP activation. STL files used Doublet Center : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:703... Doublet Center: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:437... Ladder-line spacer (25 mm): https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:703... Doublet info: Cebik, W4RNL — All-Band Doublet (PDF): https://webclass.org/k5ijb/antennas/1... C...