One of the best ways to improve the range of your HT is to use this simple 2 meter dipole antenna used by Chuck (KK6USY).
The key to this simple antenna is a simple BNC binding post with a center dipole connector.
Chuck takes us through the entire process. You don't need sophisticated tools to complete this project. Once the antenna is made, you can add it to your emergency "go-kit" or SOTA/POTA back pack.
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Thanks for joining us today.
Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).
Here are some comments from Chuck (KK6USY):
In this video I show how to make a 2 meter dipole Antenna for use with a HT for a SOTA activation. You don't even have to know how to solder!
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