>From what I read 300ft is too long for a BOG. I have been using one now for several years that is 200ft long in rough grass not directly on the ground. If you check my QRZ page you can see details and a plot of R+jX showing two resonance points in 160 and 80M respectively. I'll be happy to answer any questions. 73 and Happy New Year Frank VO1HP -- 73 Frank VO1HP