Cockroach — Prepper Central
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Ham radio operating, field deployments, and portable radio equipment reviews with focus on practical outdoor communications.

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Elecraft K2 in 2026 - Outdated or Underrated?
15:12YouTube

Elecraft K2 in 2026 - Outdated or Underrated?

Comms·4k views·1 week ago

Head-to-head comparison of a 1999 portable radio against the modern ICOM IC705 to evaluate whether legacy amateur radio equipment still holds practical value for field deployment.

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Digital Modes, APRS & Field Ops with Craig KM6LYW
113:50YouTube

Digital Modes, APRS & Field Ops with Craig KM6LYW

Comms·699 views·2 weeks ago

Two operators discuss portable ham radio data modes in the field: APRS for safety, Winlink for off-grid email, DigiPi builds, solar power setups, and radio selection for backpack deployments.

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Field Day 2026: Hustler Vertical Antenna Performance in a Portable Setup
14:49YouTube

Field Day 2026: Hustler Vertical Antenna Performance in a Portable Setup

Comms·3k views·1 month ago

14-minute walkthrough of portable amateur radio station setup for Field Day, covering antenna placement, equipment choices, and power management for outdoor operation.

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