Some of you will be aware that I am passionate about going portable/mobile with my radio listening hobby. There's just nothing like communing with both nature and a bunch of electrons whizzing along the wire!
As a follow up to an article I wrote several years ago, I have now prepared two new YouTube videos entitled Preparing for your Next DXpedition - Parts 1 and 2.
Part 1 covers:
- why we should even think about bothering to go portable with the radio
- the goals to consider when undertaking a DXpedition
- planning your listening depending on the time of day and time of year
- the all important decisions regarding location
Part 2 discusses:
- choosing the right radio for portable operations
- your options for powering the radio
- the antennas you could consider including on the trip
- handy auxiliary equipment
- references and notes to take along with you
- the importance of operator comforts while away
- developing a checklist.....so that you don't forget to take something important!
There may be something of interest in these videos that could assist you in further enjoying our great hobby. I've posted the links below.
Part 1:
https://youtu.be/AUtXWxP4gtEPart 2:
https://youtu.be/LlvJzMH6YMwAs always, thanks for taking the time to watch my video ramblings; your comments and feedback are always welcome.
73, Rob VK3BVW