Simple Ham Radio Antennas

If you live in deed-restricted housing (HOA, CC&Rs), then this modification of the popular Diamond VX50 VHF/UHF antenna should interest you. In this video, Craig Steele (WJ6F) shows how to disguise a 2m/70cm antenna without drawing attention from your neighbors. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iw356S1hkB4 Here are some comments from Craig (WJ6F): Tired of dealing with the Home Owner's Association (HOA), and their anti-antenna rules? Then this video may just help you with that! Again I update my 2m / 440 stealth antenna using a Diamond VX50. The Diamond VX50 allows for a more stealth antenna since it doesn't have the three ground radials found on the Diamond X-50A. ⬇ Other Links ⬇ 🔵 Please Consider supporting the channel through Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WJ6FRadio 🔵 Donations: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted... 🛒 For Items used in this video https://www.amaz

Although the 40 meter band is one of my favorite "hangouts" these days, I've always faced the challenge of erecting a 40 meter antenna on my small urban lot.  But not, anymore...since Tim (G5TM) created this simple, "stealthy", and portable antenna for those of us who live in "space restricted areas." Tim takes us from start to finish in this fascinating, and useful video.  If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtwzufGatBU Here are some comments from Tim (G5TM): Here’s a quick, stealthy way to get on 40 metres in a tiny yard / garden. Connect with my channel by subscribing and commenting. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).  

What is your favorite portable antenna for ham radio operations? Part of the answer can be found in this fascinating video poll conducted by the "Ham Radio Dude."  You can submit your choice in the comments section of this video. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvdY8JAPN7w Here are some comments from the "Ham Radio Dude": What is the best portable antenna for 2023? I asked multiple amateur radio operators to give me their input and in this episode I will hear their feedback. Leave a comment below, what is your favorite portable antenna and why. I will soon combine the information from the "Best Ham Radios of 2023" with the information from this episode; in order to articulate the best portable setup. There are MANY antennas on the market and everyone has such different needs. This list helps compile some opinions on antennas in the portable category. Huge Than

  If you enjoy Parks On The Air (POTA) and Summits On The Air (SOTA), you may find this innovative HF Kite Antenna designed by W6IWN interesting. In this video, W6IWN shows us some of his successful and unsuccessful kite-supported antenna experiments. As always, please be aware of height restrictions and proximity to power lines. If this antenna proves useful to you, then you man not need masts or other devices to lift your antenna above ground. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://youtu.be/1KAcf67Gkmc Here are some comments from W6IWN: Experimenting with a SOTAbeams Antenna lifting Kite, POTA activation with a kite, Xiegu G90, and fun at Washoe Lake State Park! SOTAbeams Antenna lifting kite--- https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/s... https://www.sotabeams.co.uk/antenna-l... WARNING: SAFTEY FIRST! In many areas there are restrictions on kite flying. Check your local and national regulations first. Kite antennas must n

Thanks to Michael Martens (KB9VBR) for this "Top Ten" list of the Best Ham Radio Videos for 2022.  Most of the videos discuss antennas, accessories, and simple construction projects. So, sit back and enjoy some of the enjoyable videos celebrating Amateur Radio and the antennas radio amateurs use to talk with the world. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Z6iZqsl_pA Here are some comments from Michael (KB9VBR):  1,728 views Dec 28, 2022 Every year I count them down and here are the best ham radio videos of 2022. Playlist of the top 10 ham radio videos of 2022: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt... Individual Titles: 5 Clever things the FT-891 can Do: https://youtu.be/mhJrGsiljbU FCC Amateur Application Fee: https://youtu.be/jQAFPfy8l9w Tactical VHF Radio: https://youtu.be/ZqCRtPpbnOY My HF Portable Kit: https://youtu.be/cdaqvb6wEts How to Get on the Air Faster: https://youtu.b

A properly installed mobile HF antenna, complete with a ground radial/counterpoise system and good quality coaxial cable, can often be a good substitute for a permanent full-sized dipole or vertical antenna. David Casler (KE0OG) discusses the pros and cons of using mobile antennas for your base or home ham radio station. While such an arrangement is not ideal, it will get you on the air and could serve as an emergency or "stealth" antenna if no other choices are available. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fn62Vnw5euU Here are some comments from David (KE0OG): Tom, N6AJR, is a older gentleman who has some trouble getting around, and he would like to mount one of his mobile antennas to a metal picnic table or a tripod. Dave has a few pointers before proceeding. Subscribe: https://youtube.com/user/davecasler . Ask Dave Playlist: https://goo.gl/inaQeB . Tip Jar: http://ke0og.net/tip-jar