what is a good repeater antenna?

[firefighter14_22]

what is a good UHF Repeater/Base antenna?
and what is a good type of coax cable for Repeater/Base coax from the repeater/base radio to the antenna?

 

[lmrtek]

The best performance on a budget would be the Hustler G6 UHF series fiberglass.
I have installed them for many VFDs around the state and they hold up and perform for MANY years.
the Hutler G64502 456-464 runs about $150

If you have deeper pockets, the Hustler "spirit" series UHF fiberglass antennas start at about $370

The DB-408 dipoles are also an excellent UHF antenna and will run about $500

 

[fineshot1]

The DB-408 dipoles are also an excellent UHF antenna and will run about $500

Here is one for a lot less and its new. Yes - I personally prefer this choice.

Decibel UHF Repeater Antenna 5' 4 Loop In Great Shape - eBay (item 220364721293 end time Feb-25-09 20:33:44 PST)

 

[James04TJ]

I tend to agree that Decibel Products make very good antennas. It is too difficult to answer your question about coax without a lot more specific information.

With that said, and not to sound negative, but if you have to ask these questions you should not be considering building a repeater.

 

[firefighter14_22]

you might be right but i want too see what other people would prefer.

 

[VE2ZTT]

Agree with stacked folded dipole.The radiation patern is horizontal ( you can even have it downtilt )
I built some myself and believe me this is a very good price