Best HF Ham Radio for POTA 2022 - Parks On The Air, Portable Radio
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Күн бұрынHere is my list of the top 10 HF Ham Radios for portable operations and POTA - Parks On the Air.
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@kurttuttle1708 2 жыл бұрын
Best radio, is the one that you can afford to do what YOU want it to do. Everything else is just a wish list.
@gaptastic 2 жыл бұрын
I wish Yaesu made a competitor to the IC-705 BUT with 20w. I would totally buy that. Those older radios are sweet! Thank you for the video!
@JosephVE3GKT 2 жыл бұрын
Jason, the IC-7100 is an absolutely fantastic radio. It's super easy to use, has loads of features, and I love mine. But it does not have an internal tuner unfortunately. 8:35 73 de VE3GKT
@robertmeyer4744 11 ай бұрын
kenwood- I am using my icom 7300 for portable and POTA. works great on LiFePO4 battery. have a few. like how I can drop power way down . normally run 50% will drop more for FT4 and FT8 . fan does not run much on reduced power. I forgot my antenna analyzer and remembered Eric from ham radio concepts had a video on a SWR graph mode for the 7300. re watched on phone. set it up . and made it easy for tuning antenna . 7300 does FM repeater's 10 and 6 meter with PL tones. even a AGM battery ran my 7300 just fine. with that type keep over 12V . DX commander sent me some cut length for 3/4 wave mono band for the 2024 expedition portable . for 6/10/11/ and 12 meters. saving up and extra DX 10 wire. also DX 50 green wire for my dipole . I had to down load softwire from icom . did not come with CD . I have used GMRS/MURS in parks but contacts do not count but still fun. even some CB SSB . 73's
@davidlinux Жыл бұрын
I bought the 991A a couple of months ago for POTA. I have been using the 891. Even though the 891 is an awesome HF radio I so much prefer the 991A. It was around $1000. Keep up the great work. I have been a subscriber since I first started studying for my licenses. That was in 2019. Thank you for leading me through the process.
@TXLorenzo 2 жыл бұрын
I have two FT 891s , one for the SUV and one mounted in a manpack with all accessories and battery. I think the FT 891 the best buy for the buck plus it has some of the best digital sound processing out there.
@HiltsyAdventure 2 жыл бұрын
I have the ft-891 its a great radio. I also have a G90 if I want a waterfall and also a Heathkit HW-8 if I want to go QRP old-school lol
@theoriginalcrb Жыл бұрын
Kenwood studying for general and researching for pota. I appreciate your content.
@whitepinephotography5887 2 ай бұрын
Hi Jason, I realize this video is two years old, but the best radio for 100 watts for POTA is the FT-710. It blows away the 7300 in quality, price and #4 on the sherwood list for reception. While the FTDX-10 is a better radio but oh so close to the FT-710. Thanks for your great videos.
@janiceemery2008 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood - I'm a new ham and had been searching for a great radio for several months. My elmer was helping me and he came upon a used, one year old FT-991A. I couldn't resist and bought it at about $900.00, it came with everything, plus two mics and it is housed in a waterproof box. I feel like I got a really good deal. I just haven't hooked it up to antenna yet because I am in the market for buying one. Thank you for sharing Jason.
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
That's great
@KU9L Жыл бұрын
My Ham Shack was only clean for visitations announced well in advance, otherwise, it was in a state of organized chaos relating to the complexity of the current project involved, LOL. I enjoyed your video and I have only owned a few Kenwood radios, most were Heath Kit, Ten Tec, Yaesu, and Icom over the last 40 years with a little bit of Hammarlund & Johnson Viking Valliant sprinkled in for my Novice Station in 1979. My first HT was a 1.5-watt Yaesu FT-1 if I remember correctly, I could be wrong but used it mobile for several years on a magnetic mount 5/8~ while going to college.
@soupdragon12345 10 ай бұрын
Kenwood , thanks for a great video. I’m studying for my General license. Thinking of the G90 for my first HF radio . 73 to you .
@donaldchittenden671 2 жыл бұрын
Yaesu Ft-100d they are great to about the same size as ft-891. 73 great show
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
That was a good one too
@f.allenrisler5303 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood// I really like and appreciate your videos and IMO this is your best one. Also, thanks for the POTA contact, I worked you a couple weeks ago. #veryInformative
@duanehendrickson4023 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood - My backup SHTF radio is the FT-897D. It has an attached LDG tunner and has a bay where you can add either batteries or a power supply. I've used this for a few POTA activations before I went QRP with the IC-705 and the G90. I keep the 897 in a pelican case with a 10-80m end fed and an Ed Fong roll up 2m/70cm antenna. This along with a LiFEPo4 battery and solar panel is my grab and go box.
@BrianJurkowski 2 жыл бұрын
Wow - LOTs of good information in this video. Thanks, Jason! I should point out though that at 8:36 you said that the IC-7100 has a built-in tuner. It actually does not. I wish mine did! :)
@n5pa 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood - I have both the FT-891 and the Icom 706MKIIG and make a great POTA/SOTA radio. I like the receiver and filtering on the 891.
@alallan7584 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood - 891 and 7300. One you did not mention is the FT-450D. I have really enjoyed the 450D also.
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
I don't have much experience with that one.
@saablover421 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood- I am kind of Surprised the FT450 didn't make the list. I use it for POTA and I find it to be a great radio. It is rugged, good size, and can find them used for a decent price. It make a great first HF radio as well.
@roberthoting304 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood: I have the Yaesu FT857d and I just absolutely love it for POTA. I use the Wolf River Coil Silver Bullet mini TIA kit and the combination creates a fantastic easy to transport kit for on the go. Thanks for your video and 73!
@jamiearnoldw2gpr655 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood, I have two 991s. I have one in the shack and one that has earned me two Kilo awards in POTA. I owned a 7300 for almost a year and ran it side by side with a 991a and was able to filter better, and pull in weaker signals with the 991a. I was able to switch back and forth between the two radios on the same antenna for almost a year. The 991a beat the 7300 hands down. Great video as usual. Thanks for all you do for our awesome hobby. W2GPR
@markanix70 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood, great video thanks for the info. I’m currently studying for the Technician. I am trying to educate myself and your channel is a great help for the hands on and practical use of ham radio. Thank you for the hard work!
@mianesva Жыл бұрын
Kenwood - with 100w amp options... the idea of a POTA, with optional SOTA setup is appealing. Sometimes you get to a place and then decide to setup at the top of the hill... in this case, 10w at the top may be better than 100w at the bottom / pota area. If this is the case, then 705/KX3/KX2 (heck maybe even the HL2+ some day.. see the 30w option being considered...). Good that you went right into it :-)
@clydewalter9171 11 ай бұрын
Kenwood. Interesting video. I've been using the Icom 706II for years and years; don't know when I got it. Had a Yaesu 857 later but sold it; the 706 was much easier to use. Lots of mobile use, first on the old County Hunters Net, which eventually fell apart (the net controls tolerated but did not welcome new operators--it had to be done their way). Then POTA came along and re-energized portable and mobile operations, with a better website--those spots are a great help, and I have used the 706 in 18 Iowa parks so far. Main problem currently: I can't transmit on 15 meters. Have tried it with several antennas, so know it is the radio and not the antenna. Haven't found others with this problem, may give up and get an 891.
@HamRadio2 11 ай бұрын
I haven't heard of that problem
@MrGoodSkills Жыл бұрын
Using FT-991A, IC-7100, and Baofeng UV-5R ... LOL! Love it BTW 😁 Moving to the Plano area soon! 👌
@kq6up 2 жыл бұрын
I have an IC-7000 that survived more than a decade in my Jeep. It survived to serious car crashes (the second one totaled the Jeep). Neither crash was my fault (for those who wonder), and it has totally been drenched with condensation. It still works flawlessly save the internal clock battery is dead.
@billryland6199 2 жыл бұрын
I use my FT-891 for portable ops at 50 watts and for a second base station. The DNR works great. After adding a Signalink and tuner, it costs about $950. I needed small so I got the 891. My main base rig is an IC-756 Pro III.
@andrewperry605 2 жыл бұрын
I started with a second hand 857d, worked great for sota. Have since gone to an elecraft kx2. You don't need 100W, i rarely went over 20W with the 857 and the kx2 only does 12. More power does help when your chasers/hunters are in a noisy residential environment though. Interesting video. Thanks
@randyc8847 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood: I use the IC-7100 in the vehicle and in the house. I do not do POTA or SOTA. If I were to buy a radio today, I might buy something different. Thanks for the video and 73 de VA6RC
@robbramos2047 6 ай бұрын
My POTA rig will be my favorite one, the Icom IC-7200. I keep it in a Falcon II bag
@schauman1 2 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the visit
@Youtube_free_always 2 жыл бұрын
Good night all ,Saluts from Brazil
@shawnp6653 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. Very timely, Have the 7300 for home - kind of leary about taking it out. Thanks for the info.
@betterbprepared 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood, I am new to ham radios and enjoyed watching your suggested best picks for POTA. I currently have the Yeasu FT5DR HT to start and I am now looking for a mobile unit that I can use in the truck or in the house. Based on your suggestions here I think I am leaning towards the FT891 with the optional tuner, and YES, I am excited to go try POTA once I get my Technician license. Hopefully, be testing next week.
@vickicarnes1905 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood. I'm just about to pull the plug on a Yaesu FTDX 10 because you honestly presented the best unbiased review of it over the ICOM 7300. Oh, currently I use Yaesu 891 in the field, and a Yaesu 450D in the shack... all bought used. Speaking of Kenwood, I've the TM-V71A in the shack for 2m/ 440. Thanks for all you do. :)
@michaelmastro-kd8qdl989 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood...would love it if the 480HX was still manufactured. Now I use the ICOM 7000 with Chameleon MPAS and Bioenno 20AH for portable work. Really love this combo. The radio with the MPS 2.0 just plain works for me. Also, thank for the Chameleon MPAS Video. I bought it based upon your demo!
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
480HX is a nice radio
@bryonkrueger1460 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood - I used the FT DX 10 for POTA - Love it. I also use it in the shack more than I thought I would. My other shack radio is the DX 3000 which I really like, but the receive features on the DX10 is hard to beat. Only thing I wish it had (not so much for POTA) is a receive antenna jack. I do use that on the 3000. Thanks for the great video Bryon - W9CYA
@jimbarber1057 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. I just came back from activating a park using my Yaesu FT-891. It has served me very well. One consideration I consider important for POTA is how long will my battery power any given radio. A 20AH battery will power the FT-891 long enough to wear me out first. Oh, and since you mention Kenwood, the TH-K20A is one of the best HTs out there. It has the greatest two qualities an HT can have, simplicity and durability
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
I've run my 7300 on a 9ah battery and activated a park. I wasn't there all day, but an activation only needs 10 contacts. But yes, usually I will take my 15 or 20ah battery and it lasts all day
@kenthufford743 2 жыл бұрын
The 7300 is a great choice for POTA. Add a 20ah Bioeno battery and you are good for a weekend. The 7100 does NOT have a built-in antenna tuner. It can use the ICOM AT-180 tuner that you can use with the 706 series and 7000. The 7100 also can do DSTAR on VHF, UHF and on all HF bands. Another good choice for mobile POTA. Kent - KQ4KK
@jneale5204 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. I have the FT-857D. I use it for my shack radio and also take it portable. I have the Heil BM-17 headset with the hand switch to go with it but I don't use it all the time.
@rider275 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood - I got interested in Ham radio after watching videos focusing on SOTA. Thanks again for the informative video!
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@d.j.roberts187 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood. Im going down the rabbit hole with HF again. I’ve only done 2m/70cm.. looking at the G90
@stanbriddes2993 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood, I love tge 897d specifically cause of low power draw. Make it great for field work. Thanks for video !!!
@alanb76 Жыл бұрын
Great video. FT-897 does not have a tuner built in. The box on the left side was an optional tuner. The Yaesu optional tuner didn't have a wide tuning range but LDG made a version that has their usual wide tuning range though it is not quite as stylish in appearance but fits in the same alongside configuration. The FT897 is quite unique in that it has space for large batteries internally and would run 30 watts on those original optional batteries. You can fabricate your own even better battery pack to fit inside these days from lithium cells or RC packs that could handle full 100 watts. There was also an optional compact custom AC Power Supply that would fit in the battery tray. So when equipped with the internal AC supply and the LDG tuner it was in a class by itself for a small portable shack in a box radio with built in handle that had AC and DC capability and a wide range tuner. The D variant added 60 meters, earlier versions of the Yaesu models (817, 857, 897) prior to the D did not have 60 meters. You didn't mention it but most of these older radios used crystal filters which are hard to get now for CW or narrow SSB filtering. The newer radios starting with the IC-7000 don't use separate crystal filters anymore since they have excellent IF DSP based adjustable filtering. The IC-706 series didn't have 60 meters but could be opened up to go there. 73 de w6akb. Kenwood :)
@creed6.549 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood- I am just starting out my journey thanks for your recommendations POTA is my top to do list
@HamRadio2 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@Lee784447 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. I use a Alinco DX 70TH, I can crank the power down and do QRP with a smaller battery.
@dijimeistro Жыл бұрын
Kenwood, haven't tested any yet-new ham couple weeks 😁, eyeing 991a and ft-100, there are so many radios and equipment to look at-little overwhelming, really appreciate your time comparing the radios-helps layout the field of equipment
@rmonsipapa 2 жыл бұрын
IC-7300 is my POTA radio. I had the FT-857D but that was the nosiest little radio I ever owned. Solid S6 noise floor where I go camping in the Mtn's of AZ. The IC-7300 has a 0 noise floor with the exact same set up (same antenna, power supply, antenna location, etc...). Absolutely love the IC-7300...
@rstiosejo 2 жыл бұрын
YAESU FTDX-10 W/ MFJ-993B, FT-991A, FT-857D W/ LDG YT-100, FT-891 W/ FC50, FT-3DR, ICOM IC-9700, ID-51, ELECRAFT KX3 SHACK IN THE PACK, XEIGU G90 W/ COOLING FAN, CE-19 & PAX100 W/ FILTER, KENWOOD TH-D74 pictures are in my QRZ. Thanks again for being awesome. KD6CWI
@N9IWJ Жыл бұрын
Kenwood---- Jason I still use my old 706 mk11G. Just a fantastic radio With the comet ca-uv all band antenna Worked the world running to work and back with it Great show gonna get a 7300 one of these days
@HamRadio2 Жыл бұрын
I love my 705MKIIg
@AlphaCharlieFour 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood: I did my first Pota activation a few weeks ago with the Ft891. I like it because it fits in my backpack even with a ldg tuner in the bag for justin. I bought it cheap but sort of broken ( wouldn't turn off without pulling the power ), and fixed it. It had a failed component on the main board. It took some time to figure it out, but it was a learning experience, and the part cost less than 10 bucks after shipping from digikey. I have a ft-991 (non-a) that I picked up a year ago for around 700 used from a local ham, and I used it on the beach last year, and it was awesome. Both with a wolf river coil. I'm afraid to take my 7300 into the field.
@elsuperpollo2273 Жыл бұрын
I like the idea of mobile rigs for chewing the rag, I plan on getting one with a straight Key to do anything portable
@Mr1MOA Жыл бұрын
Wow....have prices dropped since a year ago, I saw both the ICOM and Yaesu models run under $1000 with rebate. I selected the Yaesu FT-710, it has an excellent receiver, but the best portable HF rig in terms of weight is the FT-891, which I also have.
@bradl2636 10 ай бұрын
Weight and form factor aside… which of the FT891 and FT710 has the lowest Rx current draw in real world use? Which of these two do you use the most for POTA/parking lot use (not SOTA)?
@jmacbops 2 жыл бұрын
KENWOOD - My primary 100w POTA radio is the ICOM IC-7300 and it is hard to beat. I have also used a Yaesu FT-991 (pre-"a") and an ICOM IC-7100 with good results. Perhaps they added it later but my IC-7100 does not have an internal tuner. The OpMan has instructions for connecting AH-4, AH-740, AT-180, etc. external tuners which can be controlled from the IC-7100. It does have a USB port on the base but I've never used this radio for digital modes. I wish it had an internal tuner and that the scope worked a little better but I agree with your recommendations. All those you listed are excellent for POTA.
@khook100 2 жыл бұрын
Good Video - Fortunate enough to have the FTdx10 and absolutely love it. Had nothing but success with it as my Base at the QTH, in the RV, and for POTA. K0KWH
@davidroten4088 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. The ICOM 7100 does not have a built-in tuner and the sound card is questionable. Still a good radio. I have one at home and one in my truck.
@ronmagliacane 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. Glad I watched, I do have 3 of your choices, the IC-7300, IC-7000, and the IC-706MkIIG. I like your observations. Also have a Kenwood TS-830S that was my first radio. It doesn't do mobile very well. Thanks also for the mention about the RV Radio group since we full-time. Got to check them out.
@Obeeewaan 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood .. I have a Kenwood TS 480SAT that's good for mobile and portable, 100watt, detachable head and I do digital modes with a pi and usb sound card.... been good to me.
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
That is a nice model
@3TQVK 2 жыл бұрын
KENWOOD. Hi Jason. Just a comment. Not enough kudos for the 7100 Noise blankingand reduction is as good or better than any rig I've heard. D-Star on HF. 500 memory channels. I have ran the radio as portable mobile and base. It just kick ass. Cheers mate. Keep up the good work Pete VK3TQ
@byronkroeger198 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood - I have used both the ic-7100 and Ic-7300 for pota. I really miss a waterfall using the ic-7100, when looking for a clear freq. on a crowded band. Ic-7100 douse not have a built in tuner, but LDG has some great options. My ic-7100 is my pota current rig of choice, because I can set the main radio with most of the cables out of the way and just have the control head with Mic and the loging computer in front of me.
@DaveJohnsonad5nm 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood TS 990 is my mobile rig for POTA. Yes, it's in my motor home. Been thinking about a TS 480hx for my truck but they only come up occasionally.
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
Ha! I guess you can use anything in a motorhome
@Frankh77 2 жыл бұрын
I was going to jokingly say TS990! Is it worth the cost, or more prestigious?
@DaveJohnsonad5nm 2 жыл бұрын
@@Frankh77 I'd never pay the new price for one, I think I got a pretty good deal on this one. Once you figure out all the little secrets this radio has it's an awesome radio but there is a bit of a learning curve.
@jasonamos3445 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood: I use the 706 series radios, have more than one for my POTA activations and field day. Really enjoyed this list of radios for POTA, I know better receivers are out there than my 706 series, but I can't bring myself to give up the 706.
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
I still have mine too
@bbolte Жыл бұрын
Kenwwod: I have the 857D, planning on some POTA this spring.
@alvarogaitan2529 2 жыл бұрын
Terrific Job micke
@timlewis2068 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood, Thanks for this video. I’m getting ready for Hamvention and in the market for a used rig. This was very informative ( knowing which rigs have built-in sound cards is very helpful). Hope to see you there!
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Bill_KL7TC 2 жыл бұрын
KENWOOD (edited after finishing)...clearner shack than mine! I have a 7300 and 857d. I have used the 7300 for the 2 activations I have done in Alaska. I use the 7300 since I can use FT8 easier w/o the signalink needed for the 857d. SSB is tough for POTA from Alaska but either would be fine for use. KL7TC
@Gagnon4234 2 жыл бұрын
I'm with you on the IC-7000 Jason. My old rig has been everywhere on the Buddipole mini DXpeditions and has never had a problem. I really need to buy another one just in case. 73, my friend Danny WZ1P
@BubbaWarbucks 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood's not going to be at Dayton this year, either. The 897 did not have an internal tuner, but again, LDG makes a fantastic tuner that plugs right into the back of the radio and has a very wide tuning range.
@capndavey1 2 жыл бұрын
I picked up a IC 7000 at a hamfest last month for 525 it had issues found out about the fuse problem bought a new power cord off Amazon works great
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
Great price!
@KO4HRT 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood… I just finished my go box and chose the FT-891 for it. Very happy with it.
@karlweitzman8501 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood I use for parks on the air is. Yeasu 450 D works great and is rugged
@alexnordquist8185 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. Nice video!
@thebugg333 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood, I have the 7100 almost got the Yaesu 991a. I am happy with my rig currently as my base. Have not had the experience with POTA as a newer ham as of this past December.
@fl_protection Жыл бұрын
Kenwood: Great Video! I currently use a Yaesu 891 for portable activation, however I've been very much tempted to use my DX10 from my ham shack and try it out on the field. I really like the portability of the 891, but I can't stop raving about the functionality of the DX10. The DX10 front end is (IMHO) probably one of the best out on the market, today. I may save up to buy another DX10 for portable use.
@deankq4adj125 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. I am looking for a HF radio and this video was very helpful. I am taking my General exam on June 16th and want to know what the best bang for the buck will be. Thank you for taking the time to do this video.
@dougdunlap5889 2 жыл бұрын
kenwood is something I dont have. I use FT891 for POTA. I have used also IC 7200. depending what I will be doing will determine which I like better at the time. some times the 891 is menu heavy. but with practice you get usedf to it. 7200 is the one if you like it more simple. depends what mood I am in. Both work well.
@mikepowell5488 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood, great video
@tonyk1amt806 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. Great choices imo, I'd like to pick up a 7300 or ftdx10 at some point, between jobs at the moment though. I use my Kenwood ts-570d for pota and hike in sota, with battery box, antenna and accessories the pack comes in around 35lbs. I'm kind of crazy, but I enjoy the workout(for now). I do plan on picking up an ic-705 or similar when the budget allows for sota.
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
Good choice!
@davidlinux Жыл бұрын
Kenwood - I also have the 7300. I use that for my base. I still prefer the 991A over all 3.
@K5NLR 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood, just now getting to see your video at 21:25 central. I have an Alinco Dx70TH HF/6m 100w that I'm exploring using to do POTA with. It's a boss on voice and I've had compliments on It's sound. Have a new speaker ordered for it because it's just that time in it's life. I also have a Kenwood TS-440 that I'm doing repairs on and it's gonna be Shack only. There's my 2 cents. Ya'll have a good one and as I say on FT8, Have a great day tomorrow! 73, Woody-K5NLR
@KN4OKadventures 2 жыл бұрын
FT-891 and IC-7000 are my 100w radio's and plenty of qrp ones now. Great video Jason!
@johnkaelberer237 2 жыл бұрын
I'll make it easy. Use the radio you have and all will be fine. I've used a low cost used Yaesu FT-450 and a mid tier Icom 7300. Both make great contacts. Just as good as any of the radio's you have listed. It's the antenna and how it's deployed that makes the real difference, not the radio. It's knowing which bands are open to the areas you wish to contact. Use a resonate antenna and lack of a tuner will make no difference. The only real difference might be the built in sound card, but that's not necessary to operate digital. A Signa Link works great. In looking at the radio's you've mentioned, all are 100 watts, all have decent reception. All will work great, it's the other parts that make the difference, Get what you can afford and jump in the pool. You're talking POTA, not some ultra rare, weak DX station in the middle of a giant pile up working split. Learn to operate. A seasoned operator using a Yaesu FT-450 will blow the doors off of a new operator using a top of the line Flex Radio. Tell people what is really important and you will actually help them.
@KC2BKM Жыл бұрын
I had a 7200 and upgraded to the 7300 but the 7200 is a great radio. I wish I had kept it for portable use.
@MrBracey1970 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood-I’ve just bought a Yaesu FT891 for backpack portable,I know the menu is an arse ,but for power per £,I agree with you that it’s in a class of one 😊
@scubajohn1 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood - Jason, de W5EXJ. Great presentation. I currently use an FT-857D and a ATAS-120A which is all in the car, so makes it easy to drive to a park, make many contacts and head out. I'm currently thinking about updating things, thinking about a Little Tarheel II antenna and still thinking about new radio, maybe a FT-891, but still researching. Re: comment about your shack ... It looks fantastic, you have everything in its proper place, even the dust! Keep up the great work!!
@elsuperpollo2273 Жыл бұрын
I'll be retaking the technician exam next month on a third Sunday and the general exam next following month. I want to run portable radio to chew the rag and do cw to work hf, vhf/UHF radio for POTA and SOTA on a budget. I can careless about sdr and fancy things with internet and radio. I just want the challenge to make comes anywhere
@alanbrockmeier6871 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. I plan to use my 7300 for POTA. I have taken it to use in RV and it is easy to move and set up. Even used it set up in my Pick up bed with portable Antenna. Excellent video for solid info on possible POTA radio. 73 NM5SP
@richwallace4632 2 жыл бұрын
KENWOOD….. thanks for the video. I’m researching to buy my first radio for my shack, this video was very helpful.
@CyberCowboy7777 Жыл бұрын
Kenwood.. I have the FT-897 with the 2.1 INRAD SSB filter and it work well, especially out away from town noise. However, hearing a FTdx10 in person really showed me how the receive quality and filtering has come a long way over the last decade(s).
@echo-hotel 2 жыл бұрын
You shack “set” looks nice. Doesn’t even look dusty. That guy is imagining the dust I think. Anyway, this proves I watched past the Kenwood end, lol.
@TheToastDog 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood. I use the 891. Great rig but I wish it had an active/live/tunable spectroscope - you can only see a snapshot. The thing i do really love about it though is the ability to remote mount it. It pairs well with PocketRxTx on Android too, so you can have it remote mounted and have 1 cable go to your tablet for a larger screen... Now if only someone could invent a Bluetooth data module for it. I'll bet you did do some dusting after that guy's comment though 😂😂 I like a clean shack too... But mine is also only ever clean for about 20 minutes after I've cleaned up.
@rstiosejo 2 жыл бұрын
KENWOOD. Hello Jason. I owned 2x FT-857D, FT-991A, FT-891, IC-9700 and IC-706 MARK II G are some of my radios you mentioned. Pictures are in my QRZ page. Stay Safe. 73 Ruben KD6CWI
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@rstiosejo 2 жыл бұрын
@@HamRadio2 Your always welcome Jason. Always enjoy watching your Channel.
@francoisvanlaarhoven7824 2 жыл бұрын
PA1JFR Kenwood, I have and use both the IC7000 and the IC706MkIIg. Great rigs. Thank you for your video.
@RayMoser 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood - Hate your videos. You make me want to spend more money on more radios. But seriously, thank you for your reviews, opinions and recommendations! I'm a fan! A broke Fan!
@HamRadio2 2 жыл бұрын
LOL thanks
@jays7486 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood - I use a 7300 for Barefoot and the G90 for "QRP"
@the_mad_swimbaiter455 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood x2, 😆. I have a 991A as my base and I love it.LOVE IT. Just got a 891 on ebay for pota lol. Glad I did before you made this video. It's hard to stay ahead of you as a new ham to save money on stuff lmbo.
@skipbreeden6761 Жыл бұрын
KENWOOD-I currently use the Yaesu FT-991A But I am considering a FT1.
@bruceweight7319 2 жыл бұрын
Nice video.
@dr.d3007 2 жыл бұрын
I just purchased a preowned 991A with the sp-10 speaker for $750. It’s in great shape.
@martywilhelm9700 2 жыл бұрын
Kenwood.grate video,I have a 706 mk2g, 7000, & 7300 all good radios,unfortunately the mk2g has been setting on the shelf for a number of years.
@iu5khp 2 жыл бұрын
For me.. the best one is YAESU FT-891 ;-) I have and I used in POTA also Yaesu FT-450D and Yaesu FT-817ND (I use 817 where I cannot go by car). I am not interested in digital modes like FT8 (I only do SSB) and use MFJ-971 as an external tuner with my antennas homemade 😉
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