160m is a band for vertical polarization. www.w0btu.com/160_meters.html I am a happy user of an inverted-L hung from a tree. Those that don't have room for resonant elevated radials like mine can use K2AV's compact counterpoise, or lay as much wire on the ground as your space permits. www.w0uce.net/K2AVantennas.html 73, Mike www.w0btu.com