The Best Vertical Antenna Ever For Your POTA Activations

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  • Опубликовано: 16 апр 2024
  • Diamond BB7V: The Ultimate Vertical Antenna for POTA Adventures
    Selecting the right gear can make all the difference in the world when it comes to enjoying and succeeding in portable ham radio endeavors. That's why I've been thrilled with the performance of the Diamond BB7V vertical antenna, a fantastic choice for anyone engaged in the Parks on the Air (POTA) program. During my visit to Hopewell Rocks, New Brunswick, I discovered this antenna's impressive blend of simplicity and effectiveness, and it has since become an indispensable tool for my portable operations.
    My time with the Diamond BB7V has been excellent, and I'm eager to share my experiences. This antenna excels across multiple bands and boasts exceptional portability, making it an ideal companion for ham radio enthusiasts who are always on the move. Its versatility shines through in park activations and international contacts alike. Its sturdy build and power handling capabilities ensure reliable performance in any situation. With a straightforward setup using tent poles as a base, you'll be ready to go on the air in no time.
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Комментарии • 28

  • @DukeDave1
    @DukeDave1 2 месяца назад +2

    Thank-you for your honest review and opinion.

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  2 месяца назад

      You are very welcome

  • @KB9VBRAntennas
    @KB9VBRAntennas 3 месяца назад +1

    Our club has a Diamond BB7V antenna. I've always had decent results with it.

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  3 месяца назад

      So far I am very pleased with it

  • @mikefromflorida8357
    @mikefromflorida8357 7 дней назад +1

    The red FT-8 call signs on your computer are not people waiting to “talk” to you. They are impersonal call signs waiting to make an equally impersonal robotic handshake contact with you. FT-8 contacts have their place I guess, but let’s not call them QSOs.

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  7 дней назад +2

      Thank you for sharing your opinion, which you are welcome to. However, you don't see me or others bashing CW, SSTV, or SSB. Why do people take pleasure in bashing FT4 or FT8? Maybe they don't understand the technology, maybe they are stuck in their ways, or perhaps they just like to keep complaining about anything they don't agree with. Thank you again for your comment.

  • @scottmorris4914
    @scottmorris4914 2 месяца назад +2

    Nice intro video, thanks. I checked the web site, and it does state a tuner is required.

  • @DK5ONV
    @DK5ONV 3 месяца назад +2

    GPS is a good Address. The IC-718 is super pricy there but the Prices on other Radios are fair.

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  3 месяца назад +1

      UG, I love them....the guys there are super awesome and take care of their clients extremely well

  • @marcelookunz-lu1fk
    @marcelookunz-lu1fk 2 месяца назад +2

    Para los que usamos la traducción oral de Google, el que usen medidas métricas, es muy importante, hace mas comprensible el tema antenas. (se podría usar las dos, Imperial y Métrica) 73 Cordiales.

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  2 месяца назад

      Thank you for your comment and concern

  • @mcdonald1743
    @mcdonald1743 9 дней назад +1

    Ive never done ft8 or any digital modes.

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  9 дней назад

      It can be alot of fun

  • @donmurphy3916
    @donmurphy3916 3 месяца назад +1

    What/why is there tape at the top of the antenna. Think I will order one... they should give you coupons to hand out!!!

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  3 месяца назад

      There was a rubber tip on the end that I lost so that it just some electrical tape to replace that piece that I lost. Great antenna, highly recommend

  • @KE8ODY-WV-Ares-Ham-Dad-3O4
    @KE8ODY-WV-Ares-Ham-Dad-3O4 20 дней назад +1

    Getting this bb7v or a magnetic loop 10-40

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  16 дней назад

      Good luck with your decision

  • @outnaboot
    @outnaboot  2 месяца назад

    I will be recording a follow up video...can I talk to Australia on a vertical?

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  2 месяца назад

      Yesterday, I managed a 5/4 signal report from Melbourne and got into the Isle of Coll this AM. All on the BB7V vertical. Pretty good dummy load eh!

  • @VE9ASN
    @VE9ASN 2 месяца назад +1

    Interesting for sure, but id really have to believe the efficiency is just awful.
    I believe the great contacts you've made must 99% rely on good band conditions.
    Itd be Interesting to compare it on wspr to say, a vertical random wire with a few radials.
    This isn't criticism, but my curiosity and thinking out loud, love your videos.

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  2 месяца назад

      Well, I contacted Australia and Europe on some pretty poor band conditions.

  • @bigguyprepper
    @bigguyprepper 2 месяца назад +2

    These things are glorified dummy loads, they're very broadband at the cost of efficiency. The compromise antenna of compromise antennas. I never had good luck with the one our group used to have, and after some digging I saw one taken apart and figured out why.

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  2 месяца назад

      I worked Australia yesterday 5/4 report on 20m during some pretty poor band conditions. Mine seems to work just perfectly. See some of my other videos for receipts.

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  2 месяца назад

      Yesterday, I managed a 5/4 signal report from Melbourne and got into the Isle of Coll this AM. All on the BB7V vertical. Pretty good dummy load eh!

  • @DO1BTW
    @DO1BTW 2 месяца назад +1

    Also thank you for this video in the comments in your other video i told i bought this antenna because my house burned down and living now in a mobile home for the time being.
    Thank you so much for this honest video and i subscribed.
    I also bought a ATAS 120 A and im curious which is the better one from the two.
    73 from the german Dutch border.
    PD0BTW/ DO1BTW

    • @outnaboot
      @outnaboot  2 месяца назад +1

      Let me know how it works out for you