A ham friend carried a short sledge hammer to drive tent stakes for antennas when he flew into a Caribbean island. This was pre 911 and there were no issues except customs did ask " Who you going to heat wit dat ting mon?"
Have enjoyed your video, but I do have a comment to make about your antenna setup. First, I am in the middle of the build of a QMX, taking it slow, and am looking forward to getting out there with it. My great joy is portable ops so have done quite a few. I suggest you set up the pushup mast first. Walk out the wire to about where you believe the pole should go with the bend it will make. Hoist the wire then walk it back to the anchor point by your station. This way you can tighten it up easier. Just something I learned along the way to keep my antenna at it's hoped for proper angle. Take care, Steve, k7ofg. 73 . .
You are going to love the QMX. I bought mine built and just took it to Puerto Rico and had a successful POTA activation even hitting Spain and France from there. I like the antenna idea thanks. Thanks for watching. 73s
wrapping the cord with a few wraps of electrical tape where you are going to cut keeps both ends together and makes for a shorter burn time if you're using a cigarette lighter
I also roll the knurling from a trim nail punch over the end while it’s still hot to give a flat end to it and adhere all the cording together well in the cut.
If your paracord is only for a throw-line, you can greatly reduce your your bulk by getting some "Braided Dacron Kite String" I have some 120 pound, 100 foot that I cut and it's about 1/5-1/4 the size of your paracord and could fit right in that kit.
With everything else going on in the World, I think what your average Amateur Radio Operator hauls around, is pretty innocent ! Although sadly, it could all be used against you, given the right Police Department ! Sad commentary, as to where we are today ! 🇺🇸🙃🇺🇸
We have all had those days. The bands are either great or just not. Sometimes I can sit down and get the 10 in the first 30 minutes; other times, I have to work longer. I really just like getting out and enjoying the fresh air. Thanks for watching. 73s
Heya Jack, good review of your portable equipment.
Hopefully everything works when we get there. Thanks for watching. 73s
A ham friend carried a short sledge hammer to drive tent stakes for antennas when he flew into a Caribbean island. This was pre 911 and there were no issues except customs did ask " Who you going to heat wit dat ting mon?"
That is funny. I also made sure I have a copy of my Ham License in my wallet. Thanks for watching. 73s
Have enjoyed your video, but I do have a comment to make about your antenna setup. First, I am in the middle of the build of a QMX, taking it slow, and am looking forward to getting out there with it. My great joy is portable ops so have done quite a few. I suggest you set up the pushup mast first. Walk out the wire to about where you believe the pole should go with the bend it will make. Hoist the wire then walk it back to the anchor point by your station. This way you can tighten it up easier. Just something I learned along the way to keep my antenna at it's hoped for proper angle.
Take care, Steve, k7ofg.
73 . .
You are going to love the QMX. I bought mine built and just took it to Puerto Rico and had a successful
POTA activation even hitting Spain and France from there. I like the antenna idea thanks. Thanks for watching. 73s
Make a clean cut at the end of that paracord and then heat with a lighter or heat gun to melt into a smooth end that won't fray.
Thanks for the tip, I will do this. Thanks for watching. 73s
wrapping the cord with a few wraps of electrical tape where you are going to cut keeps both ends together and makes for a shorter burn time if you're using a cigarette lighter
I also roll the knurling from a trim nail punch over the end while it’s still hot to give a flat end to it and adhere all the cording together well in the cut.
If your paracord is only for a throw-line, you can greatly reduce your your bulk by getting some "Braided Dacron Kite String" I have some 120 pound, 100 foot that I cut and it's about 1/5-1/4 the size of your paracord and could fit right in that kit.
Yes - or you take fly fishing line. Very lightweight, strong enough, and the coating prevents from tangling in the tree.
@@DM7XK Basically anything that isn't as bulky as paracord. It's good for guy lines, but too thick for throwline.
Thanks for the tip; I will look for some of that line. Thanks for watching. 73s
This is what I have the most trouble with: the line getting caught. Thanks for watching. 73s
With everything else going on in the World, I think what your average Amateur Radio Operator hauls around, is pretty innocent !
Although sadly, it could all be used against you, given the right Police Department !
Sad commentary, as to where we are today !
🇺🇸🙃🇺🇸
I feel the same way. Everything I have checked says I can bring this Ham Gear on my trip. Thanks for watching. 73s
Last week it took me 2 - 3 hours just get my 10 from far upstate NY. Going back and hoping to do much better! WB2SMK. Nice video.
We have all had those days. The bands are either great or just not. Sometimes I can sit down and get the 10 in the first 30 minutes; other times, I have to work longer. I really just like getting out and enjoying the fresh air. Thanks for watching. 73s