Greetings John & All:
I've also ordered an InnovAntenna (2 element 50Mhz (6M) LFA-Q) and was very
impressed by Chip & his assistance in answering my questions and completing
my order. Chip was pretty certain that I would be able to get my antenna
in 2 weeks, before the VHF contest!
I wanted a compact antenna that I can use at home (condo) that blends in
due to HOA restrictions, yagi not an option. But I can also take it out
for Field Day, backpacking, scout camps, etc. This antenna is built to be
very durable.
Another consideration was the super wide bandwidth, constant impedance &
all-weather stability because of living in the Pacific North West (long
rainy winters in Seattle WA & Vancouver BC).
I'll be looking to try this new antenna on 6M. My vertical works well, but
with a little more directivity I hope to make more contacts. I usually get
completely walked over by a local ham who has a giant EME array for
6M/2M/70cm & high power amplifier.
I'm running an Icom 703Plus (HF+6M QRP 10W) transceiver + InnovAntenna 2e
LFA-Q and Chameleon V1 antenna + Mil Whip + Hybrid base (works
exceptionally well for HF & 6M & 2M)
So if any of you are looking for extra contacts, point to the NW and
hopefully I'll get a little omph with my LFA-Q & QRP power on SSB. *My
grid is CN89NE.*
72,
Garnet, VE7GNR
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Garnet Ryder, VE7GNR
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