This weekend I operated portable HF from the car, but I wanted to try out both a multi-band vertical and an EFHW. The advantage is both are quick, easy to deploy, and relatively cheap. EFHW These can be made of purchased and much will depend on the power level required. The length of wire required […]
This weekend the weather was planned to be over 30C, so I thought it would be better to be outside than stuck in the house. If I could find some shade, and keep out of the sun, this would be ideal. Power and keeping cool The weather was so warm, it was essential to stay […]
This long weekend, over at the Secret Nuclear Bunker I wanted to try some QRO operating on 144 MHz. Conditions on HF have been up and down, as the sun is very active right now. Using the 9e LFA on a 12m pump up mast and a low noise amplifier (LNA) and solid state linear […]
Members of the SNBCG activated the Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker over the easter weekend. Selim M0XTA activated 144 MHz working people all over the SE UK. George M1GEO used the 3e beam, this allowed activation on 14, 21 and 28 MHz. I operated 7 MHz using the ground-mounted vertical antenna. The elevated radials help […]
The first event of the year with LEFARS was Airfield on the Air (AOTA) and we activated Stapleford Airfield close to the M11 and M25 near London. The weather had been wet for some days before the activation, so we knew it was likely to be muddy. LEFARS have access to a radio caravan, purchased […]
One of the joys of working portable is the ability to operate from a low-noise site. Antenna selection can also provide opportunities to try something different to your home setup. On a mild February afternoon, I ventured out to complete the first portable operating of 2023. The weather was mild 14C and the wind was […]