@Ham Radio Tube
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Mike reviews portable ham radio gear, antennas, power systems, and RFI solutions with hands-on testing.
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Portable HF Radio Operating: An Underpass Parking Garage Test
28-minute walkthrough of setting up and operating portable HF radio from an urban location, demonstrating field deployment techniques and antenna solutions.
K5ACP Molle Antenna Clip with Quick-Connect Counterpoise: Updated Review
Eight-minute review of an upgraded modular antenna mount for portable ham radio, now with quick-connect counterpoise for field operation.
3 Free Tools for Ham Radio: DX Cluster, ADIF Editor & Logging Software
Walkthrough of three free, cross-platform tools for ham radio operators: DXSpider cluster access, ADIF log editing, and OpsLog logging software for field operations.
HamClock App for Amazon Fire TV: Setup and Overview
Five-minute walkthrough of installing and configuring the HamClock app on Fire TV for amateur radio timekeeping and coordination without a dedicated computer.
First Aid Kit Setup for Portable Ham Radio Operations
Building and organizing first aid kits for portable ham radio gear and camping—what to include, 3D-printed storage solutions, and maintenance considerations.
Yaesu FT-857D & ATAS Antenna: Mobile HF Setup Field Testing
Hands-on demonstration of a portable HF radio system in the field, showing mobile deployment, antenna tuning, and real-world operating conditions for remote communications.
Cleaning Up a Crusty Old Yaesu FT-8800 to Like-New Condition
19-minute walkthrough restoring a used Yaesu FT-8800 mobile transceiver with cleaning and basic maintenance, demonstrating that older ham radio gear can be brought back into reliable service.
Can This AliExpress Bag Replace My Gigaparts Bag
Side-by-side comparison of a budget AliExpress radio gear bag against a premium Gigaparts Explorer model to assess durability, functionality, and value for portable ham radio setups.
I Thought This Facebook Ham Radio Deal Was Going To Be A Scam
Real-world walkthrough of buying used ham radios on Facebook Marketplace: spotting scams, vetting sellers, testing gear, and what actually works in the field.
Antenna Super Cheap Easy DIY 2 Meter Antenna
Thirteen-minute walkthrough building a jungle antenna for 2-meter ham radio in under five minutes from basic materials.
Ham2K Power Logger: Cross-Platform Rig Control and Field Logging
Walkthrough of Ham2K Power Logger, a free portable ham radio logging app with rig control, now available on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android—designed for field operations and emergency comms.
POTA33B Ground Spike for Portable Mast Deployment
Six-minute hands-on review of a ground spike system for anchoring portable telescopic masts without guy ropes or trees — designed for POTA field deployment.
Heil BM-17 Ham Radio Headset Review
Hands-on evaluation of the Heil BM-17 headset for ham radio use, testing audio quality and practical features.
Meshtastic the Easy Way: New Pocket Pro SMA by MakerNova
Hands-on setup and review of the MakerNova Pocket Pro SMA, a turnkey Meshtastic node with GPS, Bluetooth, and multi-day battery life.
Portable Ham Radio Field Activation: Gear, Antenna Setup, and Location Scouting
Mike demos portable ham radio gear and a homemade antenna during a Parks on the Air activation, focusing on setup, equipment choices, and field logistics.
POTA33B Telescopic Carbon Fiber Mast Review
Thirteen-minute hands-on review of a portable telescopic carbon-fiber mast: construction, durability, deployment, and field performance for Parks on the Air operations.
Mat 125S Tuner With HRD 25' Telescopic Whip: Hands-On Test
Twelve minutes testing whether an automatic tuner can match a 25-foot telescopic whip antenna across multiple ham radio bands without manual adjustment.
2 Meter Flower Pot Antenna by K5ACP Review
Nine-minute hands-on review of a portable 2-meter ham radio antenna, testing design and performance for field use.
How To Do Mobile HF When You Don't Have Mobile HF
Six-minute walkthrough of an adapter-based solution for operating HF radio from a vehicle using standard components and a whip antenna.
Shreveport Bossier Hamfest Walkthrough
31-minute walkthrough of a regional hamfest: portable ham radio gear, antennas, power systems, and hands-on operating demonstrations at a live event.
I Finally Ran 12V Into My Explorer the Right(ish) Way!
Step-by-step install of a 12V DC charger and proper battery wiring in a vehicle to power portable ham radio and external battery systems.
RFI Problems Solved: Victron Inverter & Charge Controller Comparison
Side-by-side RFI testing of Victron inverter and MPPT charge controller against previous noisy equipment for off-grid ham radio camping setup.