My Favorite Amateur Radio & Video Gear Of 2020

[@1958johndeere620]

I wanted a Icom 7851. The wife gave me a Baofeng UV5R. She wanted a new car, she got a new set of pots and pans. Guess we are even.

[@vincei4252]

This is why I'm not married. I get to do and buy anything I want - no trying to appease anyone (jk) Thanks for the laugh 😂😂😂😂

[@1958johndeere620]

@@vincei4252 I am so lucky with my wife. My shack is in the bedroom. She bought me the 3 desks I have set up. She put them together. She has no problem at all being in there at night and listening to me on the radio. She has never said a thing about my 2 towers, many antenna's ect. I even had to put the excavator in her flower garden, dig up plants, and dig a 6 foot hole for an anchor point for one of the towers. She helps me raise and lower the 70 foot tilt over rohn I built. I know many hams have a wife that does not support, or understand the hobby. Mine knows I enjoy it. We even work together every day. Not often when 2 people can be married and work plus live together. So I kid a lot, and even showed her the post I wrote. She even laughed. We all need to smile some, and have some fun.

[@vincei4252]

@@1958johndeere620 That is awesome. You are so right about finding someone that you can share interests with. Not long ago I bought my first Ham radio and mentioned to a female acquaintance how cool it was to listen to a Ham in Ireland chatting to someone in Spain all the way from my place in Connecticut. Her response was "why would you do that?" So I totally get it. All the best!

[@AintLifeGrandRV]

Sounds like she came out ahead.

[@EarthlyVibes]

Hahahahaha, thanks for the chuckle. My husband says we can get a car and an Icom IC-705!

[@joeframo3347]

Hey Josh Merry Christmas been in the hospital for 20 days with covid-19 I'm watching your video now on your little goodies thank you for sharing man I think all of you do a great job you Jason Bob the whole gang guys are great

[@nortonofnorthamerica]

Get well soon

[@wild-radio7373]

Be well!!♡

[@marcialrivera1017]

Get well soon!!

[@AD6DMDennis]

Now I have a to-buy list again, and Christmas isn't even over. THANKS HOSH.

[@SubVet1984]

Thank you Josh. New to your channel. Getting back into amateur radio after a little hiatus. Tons of KZbinrs out there, but you seem to do a good job with varied content. I use a Pace MBT301 but I do like Hakko. I’m absolutely torn from a KX3 and an iCom 705. I wish there were some good comparison videos on this to help.

[@jameshuggins4300]

New Tech, literally just made my first net check in on 2m last night. Been watching your channel a couple of months. Merry Christmas to all!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Awesome!! Congrats!!

[@CreepebrineMC]

How about a video / stream about receiving ARISS SSTV pics from the ISS? Tried it today with the BaoBang UV-5R+ and stock rubber ducky antenna, but it did not really work the way I wanted to, because I received about half of a picture with mediocre signal strength. Yet, I was very happy I have accomplished something like that...

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Yeah, I can do a video on that. Thanks for the sugestion.

[@CreepebrineMC]

@@HamRadioCrashCourse No problem :) I would like to know how you would do that (maybe also with a Baofeng UV-5R and the stock antenna)

[@VE2FGJ]

Thanks Josh, Got the IC-705, you did a great intro on it recently, it is an awesome radio, very much recommend it. 73

[@jimmack6744]

Love this video! I can't wait to get my shack back together when our house is finished in January and I can get back on the air! It's been almost 2 years!

[@joshm264]

I just got a radio today, and am planning to take a test on Sunday! Edit: I got 100%!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Awesome good luck!

[@tradedate]

It's Sunday! Let us know that you passed the test!

[@joshm264]

@@tradedate it's still Saturday in the US

[@tradedate]

@@joshm264Doh! I got my days mixed up!

[@chiphungerford]

Congrats!! Enjoy the radio and new license

[@JamesHannibalKH2SR]

in 2020 I upgraded to the Yaesu FT-991a and the FT-3DR. of all the dozens of HT's and HF rigs I've owned over the years these are my new favorites. 73!

[@batica81]

Passed the exam a few weeks ago and still waiting for the callsign. As it is impossible toy buy a decent hf rig here in Serbia for a normal price, I will have to improvise. I plan to retrofit an old Eddystone 5500 with an arduino controlled vfo. And for digital/qrp modes, to use only arduino with some filters and amplifiers. If all goes well, I should be on air by springtime :) Other than that, my best buy this year was definitely the Belka DX receiver, one of few East European made devices that you can actually buy. Malamute transceivers also look great, but seem impossible to procure.

[@4O6LEE]

Što se tiče nerealnih cijena opreme, potpuno Vas razumijem. Situacija je još i gora u Crnoj Gori, tržište je nepostojeće, zajednica mala i ekskluzivna, promocija nikakva. Uglavnom, perspektiva razvoja RA u CG je loša. Plus čekanje po 3 mjeseca da ti stignu djelovi i elektronika koju si naručio iz inostranstva (i to ako imaš sreće da hoće uopšte da šalju za cg, ovde ne možeš ni najobičniji otpornik naći), zaboraviš više i šta si naručio, i šta si planirao sa tim. Da ne pričam o 2m/70cm, više ih koriste lovci nego radio amateri...

[@batica81]

@@4O6LEE Samo aliexpres, pa kad stigne. Mada i meni se desi da zaboravim zašto sam nešto naručio :) Samogradnja i tutoriali, makar se dosta nauči i zanimljivo je ko voli. A što se tiče zajednice, trudim se da gledam globalno, po yt i blogovima, ove domaće slaba vajda :(

[@EarthlyVibes]

🇨🇦 send me the money and I will ship you whatever radio you want. For real!

[@yugbe]

How can anyone give this a thumbs down 👎??

[@davidlichtenhan4573]

Thanks Josh! Great list and video. I especially love the ICOM IC-705...FUN is the word and works great. I like all of your picks...the camera IS great!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Awesome, thank you!

[@joeframo3347]

The icom 705 looks great on that little tripod wow you really got it going on brother

[@Pigeon__Man]

Thank you for the content Josh. I hope to catch you more live in 2021. Merry Xmas, and happy new year! I still need a QSO with you, maybe on FT8 since I'm in NJ. I'm going to build my 40M dipole in the coming weeks because coming home from work in the dark and not being able to hop on 20M kills me. See you on the air, 73. K2TJK P.S. Good job not saying "clit mouse." around 15:50

[@gregh3248]

Thanks, I Have the 7300, will be getting the 705. Buy all of my balun making parts from Palomar, Love my NANO VNA. Helps me cut and analyze all of my antenna builds regardless of size. As for APRS, I have and would recommend an AnyTone 878. Computers I have a Dell. Software is Adobe Master Collection CS6. Love Final Cut and After Effects and integration with other Adobe Programs Photoshop... Was Amazed with the Xeigu G90, picked one up until I get the 705. Keep up the Great video's. Maybe we'll met on a Mt Top, I live nearby. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 73 I'll try an activation next week from the top of Mt High in Wightwood.

[@Malloc42]

I've really enjoyed my Yaesu FT-3DR. It was actually one of your reviews here which tipped my buying decision towards it. Just after I received mine I got my Technicians and General license on same day. Hoping to sit for my Extra soon. Currently building a shop that will include a hamshack. Then it's time to get a real HF radio. Getting excited. Thanks for the great videos! Gary, K5KGT.

[@hamradiocq]

Hey, buddy. I bought that same exact Rode mic about 2 months ago. Absolutely love it!

[@ChrisN8PEM]

Thanks Josh. I love your point about the 705 being fun. Maybe that should be our measuring stick more often? My favorite things: Bose Soundsport headphones, Nespresso, and Icom v86

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Good call! "What is the fun factor" will become part of the review scorecard from now on.

[@AintLifeGrandRV]

That sweater though! Merry Christmas. Love you bro

[@Sean_Hartley]

Merry Christmas Josh & family.

[@gregsmith1116]

Hi Josh. GREAT video. You do the best reviews for Ham Radio hands down. Very useful as well. Thank you and Merry Christmas!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Happy holidays! Thank you for the kind words!

[@gregsmith1116]

@@HamRadioCrashCourse by the way my call is K5GTE! 73!

[@shawng746]

Merry Christmas everyone. Thanks for all of your content Josh. You're such an amazing resource for us newbies.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

My pleasure! Merry Christmas!

[@ON3RVH]

I love the 705 for 2020. Got it as soon as it was available and I just love the radio! also got me an Asus Zenscreen to connect my rPi to (the Pi does do 4K) and just use a logitech keyboard with integrated mouse to control the radio also the Tuxedo Auro notebook, just love that one! Got me some cool "toys" this year with all that was going on

[@rollandmason5596]

My favorite for the year was the Raspberry Pi 4 4G and the 7300. Really easy to interface and going to go great with portable work. Happy Holidays to you and yours. KJ6DQ

[@don_n5skt]

One of my favorite thing is the Appliance Operator Hoodie ;)

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Thanks!!

[@jeremywood4755]

Thank you very much for your feedback. This is a great overview for a new ham.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Thank you for watching!

[@jamesking890]

love the melort in the background of the sony camera shot. cheers!

[@wb8cxo]

Great VIDEO! Thanks for mentioning the Flex-StreamDeck connection. Many Flex owners are having a blast using StreamDeck with SmartSDR API, FRStack and NodeRed! Sad we never see Flex, Elecraft, Ten Tec, Apache Labs, Expert Electronics or Elad featured anywhere. Lotsa content there!

[@HAMRADIODUDE]

Good to know about some of the video tips. Thanks

[@nr3rful]

Interesting stuff....I don't agree on a few items but that's what makes for freedom.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

You do you. 👍

[@RLKD8DNS]

Regarding the Stream Deck.. If you use HRD, check out the accelerators in radio options tab. You can create custom keyboard mapping, then hotkey the corresponding keystrokes in Stream Deck.

[@YLRaisa]

Hi Josh! Thanks for this review! I'm just looking for a wireless mic for my ham videos and streams. Which exact model do you recommend?

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

I’ve been using that RODE Wireless Go. You want a lapel mic for videos?

[@YLRaisa]

@@HamRadioCrashCourse Yes I need a better lapel mic and also I need a "table mic". I used different cheap models but for next future I would like to have better quality. Thanks for your advise!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

The wireless go can take a wired lapel mic, so I got the 3’ RODE pro mic to go with it. Works pretty well.

[@hamradiocq]

Also, I got the Sony A7iii last year.

[@plasmaman9592]

My favorite things I got in 2020 was a semi auto bullpup shotgun from black aces tactical and a semi auto bullpup 308 rifle from desert tech. I'm hoping to get back into ham one of these days. I have 2 more guns on my list before I go back to trying ham again. I got my tech license a few years ago and only bought a bundle pack of 10 Bfang ht for my shtf supply gear. I only used them the first winter when I was plowing snow with a bunch of guys. I never upgraded because I never really felt like I fit in at the local club. I felt like the guys that had been doing this as long as I have been alive didn't have time or interest in helping me learn the ropes. It also felt messed up when I had gone to 5 meetings and a new guy in his 1st meeting was given several base station radios, amps, antennas and a 50' tower. Doing that in front of me after I had been asking if anyone had used equipment I could buy to get started setting up something at home. They own the only repeater I can reach with my ht so I gave up for a while.

[@denniskimrey4129]

Great review of your 2020 favorites.

[@K7AGE]

Yours and the Ham Radio Workbench Christmas List podcast shows end up costing me lots of money. If we get the big government check, I may get myself an IC-705 - just because I need another radio!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

I’m sorry, but I have that effect on people. 🤣

[@hamradiomobile]

Nice video, my best bit of gear I have to say was my Heil Pro7 headset for the car. Love them 👍

[@damonschaefer1773]

I've been using the GPD Pocket 2 Windows 10 laptop for years. I bought it when it first came out for my prepper kit and Winlink/AREDN GoBox. It is amazing on power and utility. It mounts to my chest rig for man portable ops.

[@Adamdaj]

Holidays my friend and hope for the best in 2021.

[@niftyfiftycampingadventure795]

Yeah dude all good calls. I might add to that the Rode N3 Condenser mic. Phantom power via , A 9v Battery . Works very well for punching through pile ups on standard power.. The Orange jumper will offend the Irish catholics for sure Lol.. But some things offend some losers 24.7 these days.. Keep up the fine work. All us colour blind subs are still with you... Lol. Best wishes good heath and Prosperity to you and yours for 2021. By the way the Best Buy and most functional kit was the wind camp ultra light multi band dipole . At 50 bucks a top performer, covering 7 bands..

[@i335a]

Great video. Thanks for your insights and motivation!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@SANTINIIO]

I switched from a pretty powerful windows laptop to a Macbook Air M1. The M1 macbook is an absolute powerhouse of a machine. For the price the Macbook air and Pro are in a whole different league than everything else right now.

[@johnAhrensmyPlanet]

I have the Hakko soldering iron. It's great, it almost makes an amateur a pro!

[@hwntwww]

tnc aprs hts, what is all this stuff?

[@shandybrandy5407]

Hey Josh, thanks for another incredible video with loads of information. Well, I love the IC705 but it's too pricey. Cheers & 73s

[@1wattradio802]

I wanted to get the 705, ended up getting the yaesu 991a instead. I still want the 705...

[@i8BBQ4Lunch]

What is the small computer at 0:27? I'm more interested in that

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Keep watching.

[@i8BBQ4Lunch]

Sorry, I didn't see it in the list in your description. I missed it when I jumped through your presentation. 73

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

It’s on the Amazon Astore 👍

[@caseybenefield1505]

My gear: KSGER Hakko T-12 type station (modified by me for safety and features 75ish watts at 24v (internal PSU)). TS-100 (portable soldering iron - it's worth it 65w at 24v) BOTH comes to temp in like...3 seconds, have accelerometer standby to prevent fire/wear and tear. and.. I WANT a Quick 861DW or the equivalent ATTEN hot air station.

[@ronhuggins696]

Josh. Looking to install a mobile radio in my jeep. interested in a 100w...?. With such fixtures as repeater finder, HF. Vhf, Ufh, dual band and etc...can you make a suggestion?

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

There is really only one radio on the market that fits that bill. The ICOM 7100

[@allenshepard7992]

Getting the vector analyzer. Liked your review of the SDR TH-9800 and got one. Might get the "Prepper laptop" next as it is a good portable that can go in faraday cage. A second mini windows laptop would be EDC with USB hub for mouse and full size 103 key keyboard. Thank you for reviewing the Antenna.

[@pale_2111]

What's the SWR on the Signal Stick antenna when on the 705?

Thanx 4 a great video, Josh. What antenna do you have connected to the 705 on your desk? Works without a counterpoise?

[@MrDJXR]

I was trying to find your link for the nanoVNA I was looking for but you only had the one. Was hoping you had a link for the v2 with N connectors.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Link is to the Amazon astore. If the VNA you want isn't on there, just hit up the search at the top.

[@steverohrer8698]

Josh - Where did you get the tip holder for your Hakko? I need two of 'em....

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

3D printed it.

[@Blue-Collar-Radio]

My favorite gear of 2020 is my HRCC hoodie 👍

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Thanks Rob!

[@Blue-Collar-Radio]

@@HamRadioCrashCourse have a great New Years brother. Wish I could catch the stream tonight. 73!

[@aj2isotadxing]

Ftdx101d is my fav of the year

[@K3KTB]

I love Palomar Engineers.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Me too!

[@ReedAB8AS]

Stickers and T shirts from Hamtactical and the first “new out of the box” HF rig since getting my Novice ticket in 1989, the IC-7300

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Thanks for picking up some merch! You should have alot of fun with that 7300!

[@Boba0514]

I just ordered a baofeng uv82 yesterday, i don't even have a licence yet, so i supposedly can't use this one even on pmr446 channels, so we'll see

[@stevenblack122]

Successor to ft 60r.....that got my attention. Can’t wait to hear more. My first radio too. Ps can mobilinkd-tnc3 be easily used with either ft60r or the wouxun radios?

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Yes to both on the Mobilinkd.

[@t.j.vandeven3378]

Great List but you missed the opportunity to do the top 20 of '20! Keep up the great content. God Bless & 73, W0TJV.

[@HbDane]

I'm sure you get these questions all the time. But I need to figuy out the best handheld radio for getting lost in a hunting situation and the best mobile setup for breaking down in the middle of nowhere. I just got my license, although I'm still waiting for my callsign. Any info is appreciated. I am on a somewhat budget. Not trying to spend $1,000 on either but $300-$500 is realistic

[@MrVertigo1971]

Hey Josh, great Video! When it comes to the GPD Pocket 2, can you recommend GPS Software that runs on Windows 10, and will be feeded by e.g. the IC-705? There are some elegant soluions for Linux (you showed this in one of your vids), but I'm unsure this is possilbe under Windows as well? Thanks.

[@richardravich8337]

Hi Josh -- I'm surprised you didn't provide an Amazon link for the nano vna? I'm perplexed as to which one to buy. Your thoughts? Happy Holidays and 73's de WD6FIE

[@richardravich8337]

Never mind, Josh, I found it in your store listing for the best 2020 products. 73's de WD6FIE

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

It is on the Amazon store link. www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse?listId=3C6K0XIZE1AU&ref=cm_sw_tw_r_inf_list_own_hamradiocrashcourse_dp_iSv98sRFXpSVu

[@محمدباقر-ن6ث8ط]

Hello, I want help. I have a pofung / BF-T80 device that I want to program but I cannot

[@Mottersmotters]

Great video. Happy Christmas Motters M7TRS 73's

[@TaylorLaub]

Have you tried anything ham related on the M1 Mac? WSJT-X? JS8? SDR software? IC-705?

[@dennisschultz1175]

I don't remember seeing this video for 2019 but did the G90 make it? I am a die hard Yaesu guy but I am starting to like this radio.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

I did a favorite things as part of a live stream towards the end of 2019. The G90 was on the list for 2019.

[@mikel5077]

Nice Video, Enjoyed it and gave me some good ideas as a newbie..

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@vicmiller7191]

Picked up a 705 for my Christmas present to myself and yes it has turned into one of my favorite things. I do like the tripod you are using for yours. Do you have a source for it...thanks Vic KE8JWE and Merry Christmas to you and your family. May we all have a wonderful new year coming year.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Merry Christmas! Yes. Check this out on the tripod! Five Great Accessories For The ICOM IC-705

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

I think I forgot the link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpaqkKGibq2rmcU

[@vicmiller7191]

@@HamRadioCrashCourse Thank You I will certainly take a look I like the way it collapses down small enough to fit in the back pocket

[@johnAhrensmyPlanet]

Thanks for list! The Hakko is a super-great soldering iron. I've had mine for a year or two and it works great. Since you have the new M1, I'm assuming you're editing with FCP? I've had Macs for years (iMac, MacBook Pro, MacMini) and they've all worked great - better on FCP than Adobe Premiere.

[@quantumradio]

DX Commander Classic multiband vertical antenna.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

That is a great one!

[@mikemartin5938]

I just looked on Amazon and the wouxun’s are available until mid Feb. to mid March is there anther place to buy these?

[@davidallen7404]

My first radio is on the way, baofeng of course. I'm not looking to break the bank, yet. Can I talk to anyone, on any frequency, legally without a ham license? Or just listen, to what I don't know? But I could use it in an emergency to transmit ? Like the Covid state of emergency. Does that cover me?

[@user-mt2qn4yp8w]

Merry Christmas Josh. I think your top stuff was very good. I agree on the icom it is a great radio. By the way I figured out my trouble with my tuner and the low power output. Got things working now and the station is up 100 percent. Sorry I didn't get back to you on discord that day. 73 de KG7LOI.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Happy holidays! I am very glad you got it working. What was the solution?

[@user-mt2qn4yp8w]

@@HamRadioCrashCourse it was my homemade window pass through. So just connected coax cable directly to tuner. Have to see what is going on with pass through. If all else fails will have to buy the MFJ window bypass. Thank you for replying and trying to help.

[@CQBlindHams]

My favorit is not gear but firmware. The Open GD77 project with Roger Clark VK3KYY. It takes the Radioddity GD77 Baofeng DM1801 and RD5R with a set of voice packs makes these 3 radios the most Blind accessible radios on the market. So this firmware takes a $70 to $90 radio which is accessible as a $450 Kenwood THD74.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

That is really cool!

[@soupydog1]

orange = 33 you part of the clan Wheres the brick wall lol oh i forgot the a-ok symbol lol

[@carlosgarcia-yu4ye]

Hi, Please help me ... I will buy a new radio and I am in doubt which one to choose ??? Kenwood ts 890 or Icom 7610 ??? yaesu ftdx 101mp can you help me with the opinion on which one is best ??? thanks 73.

[@Josh-KJ7OEP]

Thanks for the Video, found some items on there to put on my wishlist. We hope to be getting a channel up but the first channel won't be Ham Radio, maybe down the road. Hope you and the community have a Very Merry Christmas. 73 de KJ7OEP

[@johnyouel3124]

hi ham radio in uk got the book and radio uv5-r but ham radio say go away less you go full he band

[@stevenbudny1596]

What is your favorite cw keyer?.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Keyer or key? If Key, the Palm Pico paddle. They went out of business though. Great key.

[@neupy88]

I'd kill for that mini laptop but the price wow

[@rudyhardy370]

Good stuff!

[@MrButterpantz]

Legit. Thank you!

[@williamdarico2369]

The Cb radio has all kinds of people talking on it these other radios don’t have much going on what’s the point?

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

This is false.

[@EarthlyVibes]

🇨🇦🇺🇸 I just upgraded to honours (HF). I am very interested in your reviews, especially that gem of a rig you have on the desk. Thanks for being an Elmer.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Thanks for watching! Congrats!

[@bobhotpants5839]

Hey guys I just got a radio for Christmas I do not have my license and I do not plan on transmitting anything until I do while scanning the frequencies my radio has said a couple times about a flag warning am I doing something wrong that’s going to get me into trouble

[@docpearson]

I would have a greed 100% if the icom 705 had an internal antenna tuner a built-in. But it idoes not so I think it’s just falls short of being almost there.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Especially for QRP I really recommend resonent antennas. If you stick to resonent antennas, then a tuner is not really needed.

[@docpearson]

@@HamRadioCrashCourse First let me say I think your videos are outstanding and first class hower I believe there is room for discussion. For example when you simply say use a resonant antenna. Well there in lies the HUGE problem. You hit the nail on the head. So if you want to use all the bands as many people do you may have to carry many antenns with you which is a pain. Or you may be FORCED into using antennas you do not like. Lets now talk 80 meters. Everyone knows you CANNOT be resonant on the entire band you must use an antenna analyser to get good swr on the entire band. Now lets talk chameleon end fed non resonant micro wire antenna’s like I love to use. It is one simple wire and with an antenna analysr I can talk on all bands from 160 meters to 6 meters. So I believe this radio bas FLOPPED on its face not having an internal antenna tuner for convienyence. Now having said all that I may end up buying one of these wonderful radios anyway is because icom (to cover theis rear ends I believe) yesterday on Christmas day just released its brand new small automatic external antenna tuner made just for this radio called the AH-705. It is this fact that allows me to raise this radio out of the garbage pile and place it on top of the heap is now with this new small lightweight external antenna tuner I am able to use any antenna I want including my beloved micro-cha chameleon light weight wire antenna that I cherish because of its simplicity and ease of use.

[@williamgreenleaf9302]

KD2QOJ Great items to consider for 2021. Thanks

[@DankTwerkwind]

The GPD pocket 2 needs better cooling.

[@speedymartin2]

Ji Josh, you were asking for the top 10. My top 5 is: 1. the QRM eliminator which I picked up at Aliexpres and makes HF communication possible again. 2. Icom IC-705. 3. Wimo controlled polarization switches, Hor, Vert, Circular L/R 4. Wimo X-quad antennas 70cm and 2m for satellite communication 5. Yaesu G-5500 rotator I am very interested in packet radio and APRS using the IC-705 incl. the internal GPS haven't found anything yet about that so far. Regards. Martin. 73, PD1MV

[@k9rka489]

Hope to one day trade out my ft818 for an ic705. I’ve only been able to afford well used radios, like my ic7200. Fits everything I’d want to do with a radio. Really enjoy going to random parks and chatting 1k miles on 5w. Double thumbs up on signal stick antennas. Both my used ht’s have been upgraded to them. Should come stock from the factory with them. K9RKA

[@bringdamage1396]

Hey thanks😊 this got so many views. I'm just 7 years in this hobby and I like this kind of videos. Good Lucky Josh. de DU7KVC from Philippines

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Thank you for watching!

[@mdwestlund1]

Good Job Josh. Wa60ls

[@OfficialChrisBreezy]

Can you make a video's showing us how to use a baofeng radio for airsoft, bounty hunter or just Walkie Talkie?

[@joecizin9357]

👍

[@revadan]

too early for M1... should have waited for the next release.

[@ItsEverythingElse]

You can always plug a keyboard and mouse into the GPD laptop. - Regards, Captain Obvious

[@paleskinnybones]

Where do you get those cool mini callsign license plates (off the wall)?