This little wire super charges your Wolf River Coil

[@marionmc1]

So much for the mega expensive Recon 40. The Sporty 40 and a wire bypass with the PowerPole connectors saves a TON of money. Great video.

[@Sonicgott]

Amazing audio quality! I've always been impressed with your setups. Eventually I'll prepare some time to visit Wisconsin parks. Had a buddy with me doing POTA in Stillwater, MN. A lot of fun!

[@RobertMacCready]

I liked 2 things. The video was very informative. And you reply to those that take the time to leave a comment. Well done!!!

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

Thanks for the comment, i'm glad you found the video helpful

[@45auto]

I got Dave KZ9V in my log last weekend. Now to get Joe to complete the Sconnie All-Stars. U-rah-rah

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

Joe can be a challenge. Don't forget to add Travis W9HDG to your list also.

[@davidsradioroom9678]

You really have a nice idea there. Thanks for sharing!

[@sphexes]

Great idea. Easy execution. Thank you Michael.

[@traceyisom6681]

Thanks for recommending this video Mike, it makes me perfect sense now.

[@nerdinium]

I'm surprised Wolf River doesn't include that bypass premade with the Sporty Forty.

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

It seems like a no-brainer, doesn't it.

[@whomhead01]

Came here to say this.

[@petermichaelcapani7253]

Michael, I truly appreciate your detailed explanations. Many thanks! AC5MF

[@K3JRZOnTheAir]

Very cool little project. Thanks for the P2P. I activated 3 new to me parks last weekend (2 in VA & 1 in MD). 73!

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

It's always a pleasure to get you in the log.

[@jefft2553]

Thanks for the great idea. Appreciate all you do.

[@kenluning909]

Excellent tip. Thanks for sharing. will have to make one for my TIA. 73 W5KAL

[@hamradiotimes5586]

The basics always works. Thanks for mod…

[@yobuddi]

Nice video. Like the rockn’ music!

[@TimRedman]

I use the same technique for my SB Platinum with two collars.

[@N4GW]

Excellent video

[@danshankle]

Excellent Mod! Thank you! "Doc" W7DOK

[@aaronlindemann2669]

The coil is still “in the system” electrically. Correct? It’s now just in parallel. Does this have an effect on the antenna’s impedance? Compared with not having the coil connected at all.

[@georgeetherege8347]

That’s correct, strictly speaking. As the length of the wire used to “short” the coil approaches 10% of the wavelength, the difference in RF voltage from one end to the other (due to the current distribution over the entire antenna) can no longer be ignored. Around 10 % of wavelength and certainly if the wire length is close to 5% or smaller, we treat the wire as just that-a wire-like in a DC circuit. Also ignoring loss due to wire resistance, we say the voltage is the same over its entire length. The coil is shorted out. At 10 meters wavelength, 10% is one meter-5% is 50 cm, or about 20 inches. The piece of wire shorting this coil makes it invisible electrically and effectively not there.

[@revbikerbigd8664]

Does that wire add or take way from problems to length of whip ? Thx

[@K4dsx]

As always great video! What type of wire/gauge did you use? Many thanks.

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

I had a scrap piece of 12 gauge stranded wire leftover from another project. If you were using fresh wire, I'd use anything between 12 - 16 AWG.

[@jimedwards9310]

Always like like these videos ❤.

[@betterbprepared]

Hey Michael, another great antenna mod/improvement. If I had a Wolf River Coil, I would definitely do this. I may end up with one yet. I need to get a good multiband portable antenna for POTA. I haven't dialed it in yet if I should get the Buddistick Pro, or the Wolf River Coil or a mast and an EFHW. From all the reviews that I have seen I don't think either one of the options would be a wrong choice. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. 73

[@truckinguy92]

It depends on what you really want to accomplish. The BuddiStick Pro is good and it works but it’s finicky to tune with an elevated radial. I’ve not used the WRC but I haven’t heard a bad thing about them. With both of these choices retuning is required to change bands. I feel the BuddiStick is the more compact choice. The 49:1 EFHW works great as well and if it’s cut for 40m it also gives you 20,15, & 10m without needing to retune. Opinions on it are mixed depending on who you talk to. Vertical antennas like others have said are more DX oriented. Good luck on your choice, there’s just way too many.

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

Any of the three are good choices and have their positives and negatives. I usually carry two antenna types into the field: a self supporting vertical and a wire antenna. You never know what situation you will be presented with. Trees or space may not be an option for a wire antenna or you have to hike into where you want to operate and a vertical is too much bulk. It's good to have options, especially if you are traveling any distance to activate a park.

[@anonymous_friend]

Will that top half of the added wire count as an extension on the antenna length when the powerpoles are disconnected?

[@JReed305]

Need to add one of those sporty forties to the setup I am putting together.

[@gregmalonewa3gm680]

Michael What is the tripod you are using ??

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

It's a weighted base for a tear drop or feather flag, commonly seen outside of businesses. amzn.to/3qn8cNj

[@K6WRF]

What tripod are you using with your sporty?

[@mikerosenberg7726]

Thank you for presenting this project. Can you tell me about the 4 leg base being used for your setup?

[@ICEDoTDK]

Hello from Denmark

[@davewhite7679]

A short test lead works, too. They come in an assortment of pretty colors and alligator clips on both ends. 🙂 KZ9V

[@jbammi]

Exactly what I do, a clip lead. Michael you way over thought/ over engineered this one. Keep up the good work we ally enjoy your videos and thanks for you elmering. 73

[@walteredwards544]

Pretty smart. I'm going to do the same thing for my Silver Bullet 1000 and my Silver Bullet Mini but I'm going to use Banana Plugs instead. 8 might even use it on my Buddie Stick Pro.

[@ChrisBeiting]

I've got the 1000, I'm assuming if I get the 17" whip I can add this bypass mod to it as well for 20 meter? I figure more height is better than the standard 102" that it comes with? Thanks for all you!

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

Although I've never tried it, the bypass should also work just fine with SB1000

[@BobSouthDakota]

Michael, I was wondering if you ever use guy lines when the whip is fully extended. I just ordered a Sporty Forty and a CHA SS17 that I'll be using with a ground spike. Thanks, love your videos!

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

No, I don't use guy lines with my 17 foot whip. I've operated with the ground spike and my heavy base in winds gusting in the mid 20's mph and haven't had an issue of the whip falling over.

[@BobSouthDakota]

@@KB9VBRAntennas Thank you and have a happy Easter

[@garytedlock7533]

Micheal, does your jumper wire have to be so far away from the side of the coil

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

The length should not be excessive, but it needs to be long enough that you can easily connect and disconnect the wire.

[@garytedlock7533]

THANKS

[@bobkonkel6344]

Great idea! I will have to work one up! Enjoyed working you at Buckhorn park to park! KD9TQH

[@timstandish2025]

is there any difference with this using the screen wire?

[@ae4xo]

Great but I found that antenna to hard to manage in the field

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

What issues were you having? I'm working on a video overcoming common problems with the WRC and would love your input.

[@LevyCarneiro]

Could you have done it with a switch or would it interfere with the antenna? Thanks!

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

A switch should work. Depending on what power level you transmit on, the voltages present may be more than the switch's capability, so be sure it is properly rated.

[@gregorysmith3097]

So what's the headset you're using?

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

I'm using the Heil BM-17 dual headset. Here's my review of them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3OUq2WdbdJjb5I

[@chrisranes7964]

Does it matter what size wire you use? It appears you are using 10 gauge wire.

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

I'm using 14ga stranded wire. I don't think the size of the wire matters much, I'd use something that is not too heavy but substantial enough to easily allow you to connect and disconnect it.

[@chrisranes7964]

@@KB9VBRAntennas Thanks Michael. I happened to have some 14ga here, so that's what I used. We'll see how this works! 73 Chris NS8Q

[@collinpolhill6920]

Is it possible my trio tr 9000G be adjusted to receive cb radio

[@n0vty873]

A couple of small battery clips and a wire,

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

That works, too.

[@brandonzawaski]

BTW can you tell Wolf River Coils that I bought a take it along because of you? Just want to make sure you get credit. KG7QID

[@Gear4outdoor]

It seems to me that moving the clip to the top of the coil would accomplish the same thing ….

[@garytedlock7533]

What gauge wire should you use ?

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

I used 14 gauge stranded wire. I had a piece of scrap wire that was an appropriate length.

[@garytedlock7533]

Thanks Micheal, I used a piece of 12g stranded wire would that be a problem? KD9WTH 73

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

Nope. 12 will be fine. If I had a choice, I'd do 12, 14, or 16 gauge. Otherwise your cable gets too think or too thin.

[@garytedlock7533]

@@KB9VBRAntennas Thanks KD9WTH 73

[@garytedlock7533]

Thanks Michael ,for the info