On September 19th, I’ll begin my second journey to Santiago de Compostela, following the Portuguese Camino starting from Lisbon. On the 18th, I’ll visit the cathedral to pick up my pilgrim’s credential, marking the official start of my adventure. As a ham radio operator, I’m bringing my trusty (tr)uSDX and a homemade End Fed antenna, […]
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The Camino de Santiago with Radio: In September, I’ll be setting off from Lisbon for a new adventure: walking the Camino de Santiago, covering much of Portugal and northern Spain. I’ve already completed the French route in 2019, but this time I’ll be bringing a radio and an antenna. At each stop, I’ll attempt radio
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Amateur radio, often referred to as “ham radio,” is a unique and vibrant community that combines technical expertise with a passion for communication. This article explores the origins of amateur radio, highlights some notable figures in its history, and emphasizes the significant impact it has on our world today. The Birth of Amateur Radio Amateur
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In the world of portable radio setups, creativity often leads to practical solutions. One of my recent projects involved constructing portable antennas using travel clotheslines as support structures. This unique approach not only made the building process more manageable but also offered significant advantages in tuning and performance. Design and Construction For this project, I
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Hey everyone! This is my story. IU8QTM is my HamRadio Callsign. I got into radio because of my aunt’s old valve radio. Still remember the smell when she turned it on. She’d tune in to foreign stations, and as a kid, I’d wonder who those voices belonged to (just like you!). On my birthday, can’t
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