Tag: SOTA
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Navigating Remote Activations: A Ham Radio Adventure
Embarking on Summits on the Air (SOTA) and Parks on the Air (POTA) activations often leads to the great outdoors, where the promise of ubiquitous cell coverage by carriers falls short. The reality is stark in the backcountry of the U.S., where finding a signal becomes a treasure hunt with slim chances of success. This…
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FX-4CR First Impressions & a Summits on the Air Activation
Every once in a while, a rig comes along that truly stands out. I’ve had the pleasure of using the FX-4CR HF transceiver for just one week, yet it has quickly become my go-to rig. As someone who primarily uses Single Side Band (SSB) for portable operations, the 20-watt output was a key feature that…