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Radios, mesh networks, EMP-hardened electronics, secure phones, and how to stay reachable when the grid stalls. The category most preppers underestimate until they need it.
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Replacing IC-7300 Failing Encoder Knob
Step-by-step repair of a worn encoder knob on the Icom IC-7300 transceiver—practical maintenance for long-term radio reliability.
Grid Down Phones That Work
Testing which phones can still make calls, send texts, and access information when the grid goes down during natural disasters or outages.
My Daughter's First 2 Meter Ham Radio Experience
Step-by-step walkthrough of a first ham radio contact using a Kenwood handheld and repeater, with antenna and equipment details.
Baofeng UV-9R Pro - Survival Prepper
Eight-minute review of the Baofeng UV-9R Pro handheld radio for survival and emergency communications.
Solar Flares, Carrington Events, and EMPs: How Solar Storms Affect Ham Radio
Twelve minutes on solar flare risks, Carrington Event history, EMP mechanics, and protective precautions for ham radio operators and household communications resilience.
How to Connect Your Mobile Ham Radio to Power — Various Options
Eight-minute walkthrough of power-supply options for mobile ham radio installations, with practical setup examples for truck-mounted equipment.
Variable EFHW Antenna - X-Tenna's 3-in-1 EFHW Setup, Test & Review
Thirteen-minute review and field test of a switchable end-fed half-wave antenna for ham radio emergency communications, with live tuning demonstrations.
Flex 6300 and Maestro in Action
Five-minute hands-on walkthrough of a Flex 6300 software-defined radio and SmartSDR software after relocating the station and reinstalling the full setup.
Chameleon Antenna CHA-PORTA-MAST and Starlink Dish
Six-minute walkthrough mounting Chameleon's portable antenna mast with a Starlink dish for off-grid internet during RV camping.
ARRL Field Day 2022
Five-minute overview of ARRL Field Day: amateur radio operators setting up temporary emergency communication stations to practice disaster response and community coordination skills.
Retevis R29
14-minute walkthrough and evaluation of the Retevis RT29 two-way radio: features, build quality, range, and practical use cases for household communications.
Starlink Internet
Five-minute personal review of Starlink satellite internet service as an off-grid connectivity option for household preparedness.
Long Wire Antenna Raise
Seven-minute walkthrough of raising and installing a long wire antenna for emergency ham radio communications after storm damage.
New Radio from Stone Mountain Hamfest
A 9-minute walkthrough of what's available at a hamfest and what equipment the creator selected for their station.
VHF Propagation: Point-to-Point Analysis Tool for Ham Radio Communication
Eleven-minute walkthrough of the RF Line-of-Sight tool: how to use Google Maps and topography data to plan and troubleshoot long-distance radio paths for emergency communications.
Retivis RT47 FRS Review for Preppers and Ham Radio Ops
13-minute hands-on review of the Retivis RT47 FRS radio, covering features, performance, and suitability for preppers and amateur radio operators.
Programming a Baofeng UV-5R with Chirp and a Programming Cable
Step-by-step walkthrough: using Chirp software and a USB cable to program frequencies and settings on a Baofeng UV-5R handheld radio.