Can You Predict Your Radio Range? (Spoiler: Yes… Kind Of)
|Autumn Desjardins
There’s a question every ham has asked at some point: “How far will my radio actually reach?” And usually, the answer is… it depends. But what if you could go...
Advanced Troubleshooting Tips for Improving Your Ham Radio Signal
|Autumn Desjardins
Even experienced operators can run into signal issues. When your setup isn't performing as well as expected, a systematic approach to troubleshooting can make all the difference. Here are some...
Tips from the Field: Getting the Most from 10 Meter
|Autumn Desjardins
If you’re itching to stretch your radio’s legs beyond your local repeater—welcome to the 10-meter band (28.000–29.700 MHz). It’s a gem for new hams, especially when the sun’s doing its...
Top 5 Ham Radio Tips Even the Pros Might Miss No matter how experienced you are in amateur radio, there are always a few tricks that can improve your setup,...
TIDRADIO H9 Review: A Rugged Tri-Band Handheld With Serious Potential
|Autumn Desjardins
TIDRADIO H9 Review: A Rugged Tri-Band Handheld With Serious Potential In the world of amateur radio, finding a handheld transceiver that balances affordability, ruggedness, and advanced features can be difficult....
There are two types of people in ham radio: People who have fried a piece of equipment People who will fry a piece of equipment I officially joined group #1....
Protecting Your Fara-J Antenna – Simple Waterproofing That Works
|Ben Eadie
If you’re using a Fara-J antenna outdoors, waterproofing is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your setup. While the antenna itself is designed for portability...
