I joined the RV Radio Network a couple of years ago but I haven't ever attended any of their events - until now. This week starts their Fall Rally, which takes place in Fredericksburg, TX. The location changes each year, and they do a rally twice a year, once in the Spring and once in the Fall. I am looking forward to this event. Tonight we will talk about plans for this week, and some POTA activations that I plan to do. Website - https://rvradionetwork.com/fallrally.php Links from the show: Bat...
Oct 19, 2023•1 hr 27 min
Today we activated 3 more parks on this POTA Rove. Thanks for following along. FT5D Giveaway sponsored by R&L Electronics - see daily deals here: http://hr2.li/5fsa3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Oct 19, 2023•8 min
We're in the New England area for a 9-State POTA Rove and I'm beaconing APRS as KC5HWB-5 from a Yaesu FT5D that I'll be giving away to whoever finds us first. I hope to work everyone on the air! FT5D Giveaway sponsored by R&L Electronics - see daily deals here: http://hr2.li/5fsa3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Oct 17, 2023•3 min
We're getting ready to fly to CT for a POTA Rove - in this video I will pack a bag that I am taking on the airplane flight. Come find out what I am taking! 5% off of PowerFilm Products - https://hr2.li/powerfilm 5% off of M&P Coax - https://hr2.li/gigaparts Grilliput Portable Grill - https://amzn.to/3PIXVbS QuirkyQRP Mat - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1437009639/ham-shack-reference-mat?ref=shop_review Armoloq Cages for FT-891 - https://www.armoloq.com/tpa-891b Become a supporter of this podc...
Oct 16, 2023•13 min
Join Kyle, @AA0Z and I tonight on the livestream as we plan for our POTA Rove in New England this week. We plan to hit 9 States in 4 days to activate Parks in each one. I will also be giving away a new Yaesu FT5D to anyone who find us on APRS, so you will want to watch for KC5HWB-5 on the APRS.fi website. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Oct 14, 2023•1 hr 9 min
This was a fun experiment and successful activation. Take a look at the video and let me know what you think - have you ever attempted something like this? SPONSOR: Save 5% on M&P Coax at this link - https://hr2.li/gigaparts Equipment used in this video: Yaesu FTDX-10 - http://hr2.li/dsjn5 Elecraft KPA-500 - http://hr2.li/bs3qo M&P Coax (save 5% with code KC5HWB) - https://hr2.li/gigaparts Chameleon LEFS 8010 Antenna - (save 5% with code KC5HWB) - https://hr2.li/gigaparts Ecoflow Delta 2...
Oct 10, 2023•32 min
Once a month we run an AMA Livestream where you can stop by and ask any questions about Ham Radio - even other things that we might know about, but don't take credit for. This month I welcome Hayden from Down Under, VK7HH. Make plans to stop by and join on this week! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 37 min
Retevis has a new GMRS Radio for the mobile GMRS user, the RA-87. Today we take a look at the menu system and power outputs of this radio. Link - https://bit.ly/3Dxef8M Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Oct 07, 2023•11 min
WRTC is the World Radiosport Team Championship and the 2022 event, which actually took place in 2023, was won by the Ukrainian Team. Today I get to sit down with them and discuss their overall experience, what radios and antennas they used, and other Ham Radio topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Oct 05, 2023•42 min
The Chelegance MC-750 is a multi-band vertical HF Antenna for Ham Radio, that works very well for portable operations, including POTA - Parks on the Air. The Antenna is tuneable from 6-40M and doesn't require an external tuner. Take a look at this POTA activation from Galveston Island State Park, K-3013 Link to antenna - https://chelegance.com/product/jncradio-mc-750-100-watts-portable-hf-gp-antenna/?wpam_id=4 SPONSOR: Save 5% on all M&P Coax products with the code KC5HWB at both links below...
Oct 02, 2023•22 min
Join us on Sunday night at 7pm CDT (00:00 UTC Monday) for a Labor Day Edition of the Ham Radio Happy Hour. We will invite several folks onto the show and talk about anything inside and outside of Ham Radio. BetterSafeRadio Labor Day Sale - https://bettersaferadio.com/?pro=10658 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Oct 01, 2023•1 hr 47 min
Here are the links for Labor Day 2023 Signup for my email list - https://hamradio2.com/email-signup ✂️ R&L Daily Specials - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 ✂️ MY Gigaparts Page - https://hr2.li/gigaparts Save 5% with the code KC5HWB ✂️ FREE Universal Bags with the purchase of an Explorer Backpack https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=HR2FREE CODE: HR2FREE! ✂️ LEDLenser Sitewide Labor Day Sale - https://alnk.to/9bs15A8 ✂️ HomeBrew Coffee - https://homebrewcoffee.com ✂️ KickAss Labor Day Sale - https://ki...
Sep 29, 2023•19 min
Brand new from TYT is an updated dual band DMR radio that they are calling the UV390 *Plus* - today I walk through the features and program a channel from the front panel, which is simple. Take a look. Link - http://hr2.li/tpo9w Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Sep 28, 2023•15 min
Ham Radio provides a much-needed form of communications in times of need and times of emergency. Take a look at this story out of Maui, Hawaii, in the aftermath of these Fires, and how the local Hams practice emergency preparedness in Hawaii. SPONSOR: https://hamradioprep.com Save a 20% discount on all courses with the code JASON20 Link to article - https://www.khon2.com/hawaii-fires/this-device-is-essential-for-disaster-preparedness/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/...
Sep 27, 2023•12 min
Join me tonight as I welcome a few other YouTubers onto the stream and we all build the SHARI Pi-Hat together. Join us on my Allstar System at 43136. SHARI Pi-Hat Kit - https://kits4hams.com/shari-pihat Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Sep 25, 2023•1 hr 43 min
The Nornvin N1400FB Power Station / Solar Generator is one to KEEP! I have reviewed many power stations and I like this one more than most others. Take a look at the video and let me know your thoughts - Link to product - https://nornvin.com/products/n1400fb Newly discounted price! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Sep 23, 2023•10 min
Join us today as I welcome Mark from Halibut Electronics to talk about the new Open Headset Interconnect Standard - OHIS - on today's livestream. Website - https://electronics.halibut.com/product-category/ham/hhi/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Sep 22, 2023•1 hr 6 min
This is a throwback video that I recorded a few years ago, but with newer to-the-point edits. 6 years later, the BTECH UV-5X3 is still one of my most-used radios when operating in the field requires a triband radio that includes 220MHz. Radio Link - https://amzn.to/47zU8Vj Triband Antenna - https://amzn.to/3P5u8ty Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Sep 21, 2023•9 min
Live from the Huntsville Hamfest of 2023 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Sep 20, 2023•30 min
This is a story I found about the FCC cracking down on repeater violations, even for the GMRS community! Take a look at let me know what you think... SPONSOR - Save 20% off of ALL LDG Electronics products at the Huntsville Hamfest of 2023! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Sep 19, 2023•12 min
SPONSOR - Save 20% on All LDG Electronics Items at the Huntsville Hamfest of 2023 - https://www.gigaparts.com/ldg#?Brand=LDG+Electronics&search_return=all&res_per_page=60 There is a new movie that will premiere in theaters next month called Roswell Delirium and it features the use of some older Ham Radio equipment, which is very interesting to watch. I plan to go see the movie when it releases and give it a good evaluation but I thought the trailer provided some great clips of Ham Radio ...
Sep 18, 2023•10 min
Join me with several other YouTubers on Sunday, August 13th, at 23:59 UTC on my regular livestream to discuss plans for the Huntsville Hamfest that takes place the following weekend. We will talk about the Hamfest itself, but also lots of POTA plans at Monte Sano State Park on the days leading up to the show. Be sure to stop by! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 48 min
Special thanks to OUPES for sending me this power station. This is a small and light-weight power station, great for carrying to a campsite or portable Ham Radio activation site. Check links below for discounts.... Oupes website: https://bit.ly/3qYgUFe 5% OFF Code: HamRadio (all available) Oupes amazon links: https://amzn.to/3Os3BFb 5% OFF Code: Hamcode10 (only available for 600W) Oupes amazon links: https://amzn.to/3YrbXBJ 5% OFF Code: Hamcode5 (only available for 600W) Become a supporter of th...
Sep 11, 2023•7 min
Here are the links for today's video: SPONSOR - LDG Electronics - Save 20% off at the Huntsville Hamfest this weekend R&L Daily Deals - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 LDG Electronics - https://www.gigaparts.com/ldg#?Brand=LDG+Electronics&search_return=all&res_per_page=60 Ham Radio Deluxe - https://hr2.li/hamradiodeluxe Save 20% with coupon HAMRADIO20 (limited time) American Radio Supply Coupon - https://tinyurl.com/vavc2vwt Bridgecom Giveaway - https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/pages/plug-and-pl...
Sep 06, 2023•19 min
SPONSOR: PCBWay.com - bring all of your ideas to life with professional CNC Molding, 3D Printing, Injection Molding and PCB Board manufacturing. This is an article about hacking a Baofeng UV-5R to look and act like a radio from the Cyberpunk 2077 Universe. It is a neat idea that I hope to see come to life. Article - https://hackaday.com/2023/07/14/bringing-a-baofeng-into-the-cyberpunk-2077-universe/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/suppo...
Sep 05, 2023•7 min
SPONSOR: Find ALL of your Ham Radio gear at Chatt Radio - https://www.chattradio.com A short history of SOS - what does it mean, and where did it come from? Also I found a really cool video where a CW Operator from today, found the log from the Titanic in 1912, and tapped out some CW for the viewer to listen to what the distress calls and messages sent from the Titanic in 1912 sounded like. Be sure to check these links below: Original Article - https://www.nist.gov/blogs/taking-measure/nist-and-...
Sep 04, 2023•19 min
On tonight's livestream, I welcome Mike and Lindy from the Ham Radio Deluxe team to talk about the current version, 6.8, and what's in-store for the next 2 versions. Make plans to join us and bring your questions! You can purchase HRD at this link - http://hr2.li/hamradiodeluxe Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Aug 25, 2023•1 hr 20 min
Updates to the Morse Monkey - this was a Livestream that had some bad lag and poor internet, so I took the recording and made a regular video from it. Link - https://grapevineamateurradio.com/collections/radio-gear/products/morse-monkey-cw-training-kit Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Aug 24, 2023•27 min
Day 4 - We Have a WINNER!! Special thanks to R&L for sponsoring and supplying, in part, this radio for 1 lucky winner. Check their website for daily deals - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Aug 22, 2023•3 min
Day 3! I am beaconing APRS as KC5HWB-5 and the first person to walk up to me, after finding my location, wins this radio. Special thanks to R&L for sponsoring and supplying, in part, this radio for 1 lucky winner. Check their website for daily deals - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Aug 22, 2023•6 min
