Duane makes some excellent points. At my office, we often evaluate new ideas and public relations strategies by conducting what are called "Red Team Exercises". Essentially, you ask half your staff t
I want to be clear that I'm not calling any hams that I've worked and not yet received cards from "dead beats" or even implying that the fault is theirs. I've already gotten several e-mails on that t
My most amazing QSL story happened thusly, I worked one of the Cook Islands on six meters and the station was unresponsive to IRCs, dollars, etc. Well, a new ham joined the ham club and several month
A few months ago, I sold my Perseus SDR and traded up to the Elad FDM-S2, which covers up to 160 MHz, and has a bandwidth of about 6 MHz. Haven't even had time to take it out of the box yet, but in t
http://qrznow.com/anytone-5888uv-iii-tri-band/ AnyTone AT-5888UV III Tri-Band A new Chinese VHF/UHF Tri-Band FM rig that offers 2 Meters, 222, and 440 all in one compact package. This would be perfec
Found the first independent review of the SDRplay take a look on http://www.wtfda.org/sdrplay.html Written from the perspective of an FM broadcast band DX'er, but still worthwhile reading for VHF Wea
Today's mail brought a simple QSL card from Greg Green, VA3ZDX in Ontario, Canada confirming EN93 on 2 Meter sideband. The card was of the normal size, with typical graphics. Attractive, but in itsel
Just wondering if others are experiencing any issues with inventory and delivery for ham radio products? In the past few months, I've encountered two problems that would have been unheard of just a f
I'm nothing short of amazed at the forward-thinking, leadership, and courage displayed by the Ad Hoc Subcommittee, and the American Radio Relay League. As many VHF operators have long-predicted, I ho
In addition to amateur radio, I've recently gotten involved in model railroading. While looking for specialty tools for these tiny machines, I came across a company called Micro-Mark of Berkeley Heig
While I appreciate all the work done by QST columnists and authors, I'd have to agree. Reading about band openings and activity months after it occurred might have made since years ago. But in today'
John raises a good point. I'm not suggesting that the World Above 50 MHz abandon reports of band openings and distant contacts, but with 12 bites of the apple each year, I'd love to see the content e
Sorry, but I don't buy into the idea that it's the responsibility of operators to supply a columnist with submissions. The original criticism of the current column was that they were basically just s
For the record, I sincerely appreciate the effort that Jon Jones, N0JK puts into writing The World Above 50 MHz. It is a labor of love, and much appreciated by all VHF operators. Any criticism of the
First of all, I'd like to say "WELCOME" to both Billy and Tor. You're both within range of my modest station in EM63, and I hope to work you in the January contest this week. I had been active on HF
Just to be clear, I totally agree with Marshall. You either work them, or you don't. Especially true on VHF, where skeds are often the rule outside of contacts. I've tried for hours to work another s
Time to clean out the attic. I'm selling some VHF/UHF/Microwave items that are surplus to my needs. All prices include UPS Ground shipping to anywhere in the lower 48. If you'd like the shipment insu
Forgot one other item...a real jewel! A high power amplifier for 1296! Built by Merle Cox, W7YOZ in November of 2012. This 11 1/4" X 17 1/4" rack mount amplifier includes a DEMI 2370PA, 2 DOW-KEY 12V
Several items have sold. Please see list below. FOR SALE==FOR SALE==FOR SALE== Yaesu FT-736R Transceiver with 6 Meters, 2 Meters, 432, and 1296. Includes manual and microphone. Good condition, with s
FOR SALE==FOR SALE==FOR SALE== DEMI 2370 PA 60 WATT OUTPUT Built by Merle Cox, W7YOZ in November of 2012. This 11 1/4" X 17 1/4" rack mount amplifier includes a DEMI 2370PA, 2 DOW-KEY 12VDC input and