Manny,
As other's have commented you can use the back or front. If using the front the bail will be down to lift the radio up so the cable has room to hang down.
Just to make life interesting Icom has announced the 7100 a replacement for the 7000. That should have some impact to lower new and used 7000 prices, but I can't say how much or when. Universal-Radio shows a picture and some information with price as T.B.A. and equipment waiting for FCC approval.
My main rig is a Flex3000, but kept my 7000 as a backup and quick start radio. Nice radio and I think you will like it.
Mike, KE5MC
From what I have been led to believe by HRO and Universal Radio staff, they don't believe the 7100 will be replacing the 7000, though I'm hardpressed to believe it. However, if you look at the Universal Radio 7100 link below, and look on the left side under "previous models" there is no mention of the 7000.
http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/3071.html
I can see the argument in either direction though.Regardless, I ordered one yesterday from HRO. I should have it Monday sometime! I can't wait!
You poor bastard...LOL Three daughters plus a wife? I would be in the shack for ever....just kidding...LOL
LOL...Well, you would think so, but I am in a unique position. My wife is a Ham like me, an Extra class to be exact! One of my 3 daughters is also a Ham, the other 2 have interest but not licensed yet. So when I'm in the shack, more often than not, I'm not alone! I have included my family in all my interests, which is why I am now reaping the benefits! Like I said, I'm in a unique position!
Manny