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I want to put up a magnetic loop antenna for the upcoming DX season and am trying to decide on a rigid loop antenna like the Wellbrook ALA1530LN or a Bonito MegaLoop FX with a flexible stainless steel wire. This antenna will be mounted on a 2m pole with a rotator.

Part of my concern with the Wellbrook is shipping it all the way from the UK to California in one piece. My local UPS/FedEx gorillas seem to have a way of mutilating things they deliver, especially when it's of an unusual size or shape.

If I do go with the MegaLoop FX, I'd probably use PVC pipe to hold the steel cable in a diamond shape. I notice that they offer the wire for the loop in 5m and 10m lengths, which would be a bonus if I decided to go with a larger loop.

My interests are primarily in the LF/MW bands, so efficiency here is more important than size or convenience considerations. Anyone have any experience in this area? Looking for any and all advice...
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