[TenTec] Which HF directional antenna?

[Frankie Hunt]

I would highly recommend a Hexbeam HX-5Bi.  It is a
very well built antenna that can survive harsh
conditions every well.  It has no traps to worry with.
It has a small footprint that is easy to manage
(doesn’t require a huge tower/rotor/space).  (Ever try
to put up one of those monster antennas on top of a
tower?  That’s not for the faint of heart!) The
Hexbeam HX-5Bi has gain on all 5 bands 10-20.  It
performs great.  The company is GREAT to work with. 
Its worth every penny it cost.

http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/860
http://www.hexbeam.com/index.shtml

Although I don’t own one, I would think the next step
up would be a SteppIR 3 or 4 element.  I am not
implying that the Hexbeam is weak in its performance,
it is great.  However I do realize that it is not the
absolute best.  The only other antenna I would
consider over the Hex is the SteppIR

http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/1833
http://www.steppir.com/


Frankie K4TEN, who is very happy with his
Hexbeam/Orion combo.


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