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Expanding the armoury.

April 23rd, 2009
The 'Buddistick'

The ‘Buddistick’

Antennas make all the difference. To that end I have recently invested in a number of new antennas for portable operation - a Buddistick vertical for HF + 6m and a SOTA 2m/70cm beam for well, 2m and 70cm. I’ll write more about the SOTA beam later - this post is going to concentrate on the Buddistick.

The Buddistick is a shortened vertical antenna with a loading coil and mount. It breaks down into small pieces for easy travel and a nice zippered bag is available (which I have) that can be stuffed with antenna parts, radials, mount, and a 25-foot run of coax - together this little package weighs in at under 4 pounds. This make for a real ‘go anywhere’ HF antenna that takes up very little space in the car and that can easily

be carried in hand luggage when flying (making it an ideal holiday antenna). I’ll be reporting back soon with the results of my first on air experience - I hope to make another trip to the Barr Beacon in the next week or so.

Dean Amateur Radio , , ,

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