Simple Ham Radio Antennas

If you're into mobile or portable ham radio operations, then this video from Kevin (K7SW) should give you some interesting ideas on how to use your vehicle to support an HF antenna. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9DQKHJ8SO4. Here are some comments from Kevin (K7SW): 🔹Contact Harry @K7FSE1@gmail.com to learn more. 🔹Receiver hitch tightener https://geni.us/0q2To In this video, I'll show you how to use an extended length receiver hitch ham radio antenna mast mount to set up a portable radio operating station. If you're into ham radio, you know that having a good antenna is key to successful communications. However, setting up a tall mast to support your antenna can be challenging, especially when you're out in the field. That's where this handy device comes in. Throughout the video, I'll explain the different components of the mount and how they work together to creat

Here's another great antenna idea for radio amateurs living in deed-restricted housing or for impromptu filed operations such as POTA (Parks On The Air) and SOTA (Summits on The Air). The "HOA Ham" does an excellent job of explaining what he calls the "Ultimate Antenna Ground Spike." If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjhdtNRrxRI. Here are some comments from the "HOA Ham": Small footprint lightweight antenna spike for vertical HOA, POTA, SOTA and Portable Ham Radio Operations. I'll share some of my video bloopers at the end. SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: Patreon: https://patreon.com/HOAHam YouTube Membership:     / @hoahamradio   Tip Jar: https://paypal.me/HOAHamRadio HOA Ham MERCH: Https://hoa-ham.creator-spring.com/ Xiegu / Radioddity Discounts: http://radioddity.refr.cc/hoaham SOCIAL MEDIA: HOA Ham Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hoaham

If you're looking for the best antennas for portable or field operations, then check out this video from Kyle (AA0Z). Kyle does a good job of explaining the pros and cons of several popular antennas, including the Windom, the End Fed Half Wave, and The Random Wire. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNQArO3uj-U. Here are some comments from Kyle (AA0Z): In this episode I review the antennas that I use when working expedition style and also what I use when running portable for POTA and SOTA activations. RadioWavz Windom - https://www.radiowavz.com/product/dx-... Random Wire Website - http://www.hamuniverse.com/randomwire... Adam K6ARK End Fed Antenna -     • Ultimate Elecraft...   EARCHI End Fed - http://www.earchi.org/proj_homebrew.html Big Shot Amazon Affiliate Link - https://amzn.to/34LZUVr Throw Line Affiliate Link - https://amzn.to/2HUcb0O Throw Bag Affiliate Link - https://amzn

Thanks to Tim (K5TM) for this "dead simple" three band vertical HF antenna.  According to Tim, this basic design covers the action on the 10 meter, 12 meter, and 15 meter Amateur Radio bands. You may want to build this simple antenna to take advantage of the increased solar activity in solar cycle 25.  This antenna can be used at home or in the field. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPHL7gngsdU. Here are some comments from Tim (G5TM): Dead simple way to get on three bands (10,12,15) and enjoy those increasing sunspots!! Connect with my channel by subscribing and commenting. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).  

If you need a simple, inexpensive, efficient antenna for the 6-meter Amateur Radio band, please consider this coaxial dipole made from a single piece of RG-58 coax. The antenna is easy-to-make and can fit into your "go-kit for portable and emergency operations. If you can't see the video from Hayden (VK7HH), just insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4h7UGNbWmsY. Here are some comments from Hayden: This is a really simple and easy to construct antenna that will get you on the air on the six meter band using only RG-58 coax! I needed a quick and simple antenna for my WSPR beacon over the summer season. Enter the coaxial dipole or aka flowerpot antenna! Buy RG-58 👉 https://geni.us/HCI8NG (Amazon) https://ebay.us/ou9CQA (eBay) ► $15 OFF at Radioddity: http://radioddity.refr.cc/haydenvk7hh Above links are affiliate The design details are available at VK2ZOI's website below: https://vk2zoi.com/articles/half-wave... Zachtek

Radio amateurs living in deed-restricted properties, such as HOAs and CC&Rs, know the difficulties of operating under often severe restrictive covenants.  Antennas can be problematic, often leading to ham radio operations in public parks and other mobile accessible locations. In this video, Glenn (N6GN) of the Northern Colorado Amateur Radio Club offers a few suggestions for those living in deed-restricted homes and apartments. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9qQzN-4vHs Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).  

The 160 meter amateur radio band can be lot of fun if you have the right antenna. In this video, Callum (M0MCX), the "DX Commander", discusses four inexpensive, easy-to-build antennas that will get you 160 meters without taking up too much space. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJZKYl3T-aM Here are some comments from Callum (M0MCX): I need a 160m Antenna. Let's look at Inverted L, Sloper, Loaded Vertical a Compact Dipole and the Halo (loop). Let us consider the problem, walk the area and discuss how each would work. Linear Loaded Dipole:     • Small Cheap Linea...   73, Callum. More videos: ▶️     • Antenna Modelling   Antenna Modelling ▶️     • Tips and Tricks   Tips and Tricks ▶️     • Antennas   Antennas ▶️     • Live Streams   Live Streams ▶️     • Commander World   My Stuff ▶️     • Foundation Training   Ham Radio Training ----- Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73