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Hi All, I recently conducted an experiment to determine the potential correlation between Standing Wave Ratio and tidal changes on a vertical antenna. My vertical 6BTV antenna is mounted on my dock over saltwater. While many factors influence antenna performance, the proximity to conductive...

Hi All, I have a 6BTV antenna mounted over salt water on my dock. I wanted to share a video about the installation, and a video about the real world performance of my vertical antenna. This antenna does not feel like a compromise to me. 73 All, Paul

Hello Gentlemen. Newer ham here. I searched around but did not get a solid answer on this. I have an attic-mounted Diamond X50a that is fed with LMR400 down to the second floor of my house. It has worked very well for me so far. I am not experiencing any noise or hum currently (although I did...

I'm new to Ham. I'm looking for specific recommendations for a vertical antenna for the peak of my heavy-gauge metal roof. I'm getting a new Yaesu FT-5DR and want to get the most our of my reception and transmission. I may also get a higher wattage mobile unit to use in my truck and home. I...

i have a wire dipole that was used in an attic. I wish to use it as a vertical antenna hung from a tall tree. The previous owner said I would have no problems as long as I lead the feed line away from the lower antenna element. (so it runs at an angle to it rather than letting gravity take it...