by Thomas (K4SWL) I want to start by saying: if you’ve tried contacting me by email lately, you’ve probably noticed I’m far behind. This winter and spring were always going to be busy, but Hurricane Helene increased everything by orders of magnitude. I’m struggling to keep up with correspondence, fitting in POTA activations, and finding […]
Amateur Radio Contesting 101: Contest Clubs and Search & Pounce
Editor’s note: OnAllBands is pleased to post a series of articles written by accomplished amateur radio contester and DX Engineering customer/technical support specialist Kirk Pickering, K4RO. The articles, originally published in the National Contest Journal and updated with current information, offer valuable insights for both contesters new and old. *** Hello again and welcome back to […]
QRP with Friends: Brian (K3ES) Joins Me for a Two-Fer POTA Activation!
On the activator side of things, Parks On The Air is often a solitary pursuit for me. I typically squeeze in activations as my schedule allows—usually at random times during the day in parks that happen to be along my daily route. But every once in a while, the stars align and I get the […]
New Product Spotlight: REZ Antenna Systems Portable Delta Loop Kit
Here’s a great opportunity to take advantage of a compact and versatile delta loop antenna when operating in the field. Offering 80-6M coverage and power handling of 500W PEP/200W Digital (50% duty cycle), REZ Antenna Systems’ Portable Delta Loop Kit delivers: Low-Noise Reception: The closed-loop design helps reduce noise, making weak signals more intelligible. Omnidirectional […]
Philip’s Field Impressions of the Xiegu G106
Many thanks to Philip (KA4KOE) who shares the following report: Xiegu G106 Report by Philip (KA4KOE) Recent developments and other drivers pushed me to purchase a Xiegu G106. This radio has dropped significantly in price recently. I figured, “Why not?!” given the paltry sum Radioddity was asking. I will not delve deeply into the technical […]
How to Show Young People What Separates Amateur Radio from the Technologies They Use Today
Many ham radio enthusiasts have dedicated themselves to keeping the hobby relevant to younger generations as technology has evolved. This has long been a part of amateur radio. While I’d much rather be on the air than on my phone, this sentiment is coming from a young person who is deeply involved with and loves […]
Experimenting My Way to the POTA Kilo Award
by Thomas (DM1TBE) Some time before Easter I noticed that I am close to 1000 QSOs at my favourite place at the “Kalte Feld”, a POTA and SOTA activation zone and would soon qualify for the POTA Kilo Award. I like the Kalte Feld for the quiet, spacious area with a hut that is vending […]
Field Radio Kit Gallery: KO6BYB’s Compact Watertight Elecraft KX2 Kit
Many thanks to Cameron (KO6BYB), for sharing the following article about his portable field radio kit, which will be featured on our Field Kit Gallery page. If you would like to share your field kit with the QRPer community, read this post. Elecraft KX2 Field Kit by Cameron (KO6BYB) I wanted to share a tiny KX2 […]
Ham Radio 101: Reasons Why It’s a Smart Idea to Save Your Original Manufacturer’s Shipping Box
DX Engineering is always looking for ways to make your purchasing experience with us exceptional, from your initial contact on the web or with one of our experienced reps to fast delivery to your door. Today, we’re offering a friendly piece of advice that could save you some headaches down the road. After you receive […]
Ham Radio Manufacturer Spotlight: Firestik Antenna Company
DX Engineering is going all-in on its commitment to being the go-to source for mobile radio equipment. You’ll be able to see this firsthand if you’re heading to the 2025 Dayton Hamvention®, May 16-18. The DX Engineering booth will feature the Roamin’ Gladiator project vehicle—a joint effort between Summit Racing Equipment and DX Engineering to […]