@Ham Radio 2.0
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Off-grid radio communications for household resilience: amateur radio, mesh networking, satellite, and portable operations.
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Reticulum Off-Grid Comms with The Tech Prepper
Interview on Reticulum, a decentralized mesh networking protocol for communication without towers, carriers, or permission.
Ham Radio, Meshtastic and Meshcore in Las Vegas: Field Report
Fourteen-minute field demonstration of decentralized communication systems (ham radio, Meshtastic mesh networks) operating without carrier infrastructure, including practical setup and real-world testing.
Is 500 Watts Enough for POTA? Putting the KPA 500 to the Test
Practical evaluation of the Elecraft KPA-500 amplifier for Parks on the Air operations: power requirements, performance tradeoffs, and whether 500W is sufficient for off-grid HF radio work.
Portable HF Antenna Test for Off-Grid Communications
Hands-on testing and setup of a portable HF antenna for decentralized, tower-independent radio communications.
The Truth About Cheap CB Radios for Off-Grid Travel
Comparison of budget CB radios for overlanding and trail communications, with performance assessments and guidance on choosing between CB and GMRS systems.
Kenwood TM-D750 vs ICOM ID-5200: Mobile Radio Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of two dual-band mobile transceivers: hardware, build quality, interfaces, and practical usability for ham radio stations.
Building a GMRS Manpack for Off-Grid Communications
12-minute build and field-test of a portable GMRS radio setup with statewide Texas codeplug configuration and practical gear selection.
ICOM ID-5200 Mobile Radio: Features and Setup Walkthrough
Thirteen-minute walkthrough of the ICOM ID-5200 dual-band transceiver—menu layout, specs, what's included, and practical use cases for off-grid communications.
Meshwars and the Idaho Meshtastic Network
Interview with Idaho mesh network operators and the Meshwars platform creator on building decentralized, tower-free communications for off-grid resilience.
Meshtastic Node Success: 3 Months of Island Data
Three months of real-world performance data from a Meshtastic mesh radio node deployed on an island, demonstrating practical off-grid communications without towers or carriers.
Spec5 Raider 1-Watt Meshtastic Node: Unboxing and Setup
Unboxing and field-ready setup walkthrough for the Spec5 Raider, a 1-watt Meshtastic mesh radio node designed for off-grid decentralized communications without carriers or towers.
Off-Road Communication Made Easy: GMRS vs CB
Fourteen-minute comparison of GMRS and CB radios for trail communication: power output, signal quality, range, and repeater access for group coordination without carriers or permission.
The Prepper Mindset - Why You Should Get Your License
Why obtaining an amateur radio license before an emergency—rather than operating unlicensed when one occurs—represents better long-term preparedness strategy.
Building Out the Meshcore Network in North Texas
Hour-long roundtable discussion with North Texas Meshtastic operators on deploying a local mesh network: equipment, setup, and practical lessons from the field.
Building a Decentralized Truck Node
Walkthrough of setting up a mobile mesh radio node in a vehicle for off-grid, carrier-independent communications without towers or permission.
First Solo CW Contact: Parks On The Air Activation at Galveston Island
19-minute field walkthrough of setting up and operating amateur radio morse (CW) in an outdoor park environment, covering equipment setup, signal work, and making your first contact solo.
Mobile Ham Radio: Real-World Testing on the Road
Twenty-four minutes of practical ham radio operation during a road trip, demonstrating Allstar and HF radio setups for decentralized off-grid communications.
A New Group and the Ham Radio Community | Community Discussions
Hour-long panel discussion with six ham radio operators on community, decentralized comms, mesh networks, and off-grid connectivity.
Building a GoHam Manpack Kit for the BTECH UV-50Pro
Step-by-step assembly of a portable amateur radio manpack using the BTECH UV-50Pro radio, battery, and support gear for off-grid field operations.
HelioClock: Decentralized Weather and Space Data for Off-Grid Operations
Demo of HelioClock, a self-hosted weather and space-monitoring tool that pulls from public data sources with zero cloud dependency or subscriptions — designed for off-grid operations.
Why You Need a GMRS GoPack
Two-minute walkthrough of a GMRS portable radio pack for off-grid, decentralized communications without relying on towers or carriers.
Ham Radio Apps You Should Know About
Walkthrough of practical apps for amateur radio, mesh networking, and off-grid communications—what each does, how to set them up, and when to use them.
Project N.O.M.A.D.: Building an Offline Knowledge Hub for Grid-Down Scenarios
Walkthrough of a free, open-source offline computer system with Wikipedia, medical references, maps, AI, and educational content for resilient information access without internet or cloud.
Kenwood TM-D750 Triband Mobile Ham Radio: Features, Setup, and Menu Walk-Through
Thirteen-minute walkthrough of the Kenwood TM-D750 triband mobile transceiver, covering menus, external features, D-STAR, APRS, and Bluetooth TNC setup for off-grid ham radio operations.
Radioddity VB70 70-Watt Mobile VHF Radio Tested
Fifteen-minute hands-on review of the Radioddity VB70, a 70-watt 2-meter VHF transceiver for mobile, off-grid, and ham radio use.