Doc -- You might also mention if you have a particular physical size in mind for the new rig. Tim N9PUZ

Thomas Witherspoon's QRPer blog has short reviews and information about using many different QRP radios and accessories. You might give it a read. https://qrper.com/ Tim N9PUZ

From a buyer's perspective, I have never had an issue with the PayPal service. If a storefront accepts it, my experience is the transactions have always been smooth. One thing I like about PayPal, is

That's a really cool, small field kit, Jamie! Nice work. Tim N9PUZ

Mike -- There is no problem with stranded wire, in fact I think it is preferred for a portable antenna that will be deployed and coiled back up frequently. If you look in the most recent 4SQRP Banner

Johnny, Where is the event site located? Tim N9PUZ

John, My comment on schematics that use labels is yes, they can clean up schematic clutter. However, when you see a label like your example on a large schematic there is no way of knowing how many pla

I don't think there will be a big difference between learning with a straight key vs. paddles. I believe for most people, the receiving part presents the bigger challenge. Best of luck to you! Tim N9P

I think the key will be to keep the radiator wires run as straight as practical and locate your operating position so the feedline is as short as it can reasonably be. I take it these are two separate

I have a supply of metal slinkys still new in the box. Contact me OFF LIST if interested. I'll need to weigh one to figure out shipping. Tim N9PUZ

Four Days In May is a seminar/conference/gathering held beginning the Thursday before Hamvention. The main event is Thursday when a series of talks are presented about various QRP and radio related to

Ladies and Gentlemen, I think we have probably beaten several types of Cycles to the point where it now Hertz. How about we move along and let this one go away. Tim N9PUZ for the moderators

Chuck, I am curious, what is it about a 100W rig dialed back to produce 5W output that causes a problem? Seems like 5W is 5W regardless of the capability of the driving device. Tim N9PUZ

You may be referring to what is often called a "random wire antenna". The best lengths to use are NOT truly random. Your tuner will probably most easily tune a wire whose length is NOT a half wave, or

Hmmm. Not being a football fan, the half time show could be the only part worth watching! Or, not. :-) Tim N9PUZ

Very nice collection of articles, Keith! I just got around to reading this afternoon. Tim N9PUZ

Sadly, I gave up on CQ long ago. I really liked the magazine but it was a constant struggle to get the issues I had subscribed to receive. It was just too frustrating. Good luck Ron! If they ever get

Very nice, Keith! I always enjoy the Banner but you and the contributors really outdid yourselves this time! Tim N9PUZ

Hah! I need to proof read before I hit "send." They become "electronic" products once we add the ICs to the circuit boards! :-) Tim N9PUZ

I work for a company that builds agricultural electron products. In the area of our plant where cable harnesses are made we have table-top "solder pots" for tinning wires that will be soldered to circ