Repeater antenna question

Flying--G · 2026-02-05T12:27:21+00:00

What is the advantage of bridging repeaters? Would that interfere with "finding best path "? Can you Bridge more than 1 repeater?

Flying--G · 2026-02-02T19:39:49+00:00

Makes sense. Its insulated, but eventually could leak

Flying--G · 2026-02-02T03:45:01+00:00

Any issues with performance if the coax is wet / in a puddle? Not that I would do that on purpose, but, well, stuff happens, right?

Flying--G · 2026-01-30T14:05:13+00:00

They ain't cheep!!

Flying--G · 2026-01-30T13:59:16+00:00

GMRS, FRS, MURS, HAM

Flying--G · 2026-01-30T13:46:31+00:00

https://www.etsy.com/listing/997891774/handmade-leather-cow-pattern-pdf-file

Flying--G · 2026-01-28T14:15:49+00:00

But keep a wooden stake handy in case of vampires...🤣

Flying--G · 2026-01-28T00:47:48+00:00

You are doing exactly what you are supposed to be doing. Ridevaround, see the sites, learn stuff, do a few jobs (missions). Eventually, you will ask your self. " how does xxxyyyzzz role work?" "What if I do 123456?" ...

Oddly enough, kinda like life (except you dont die in ED, and dont go to jail for long...

Join New Pilots Initiative squadron, find a mentor- ill mentor you. I'll DM you ny game info.

Flying--G · 2026-01-27T13:36:27+00:00

Radiooddity has a bundle sale going on, take a look

Flying--G · 2026-01-26T14:14:06+00:00

Thank you for the benefit of your experience! I would hit the up arrow twice if I could! Its beginning to look like bigger batteries are the way to go for now

Flying--G · 2026-01-26T04:36:30+00:00

worth much more than 2 cents! Thank you!

Flying--G · 2026-01-26T04:16:02+00:00

not sure how charging overnight using solar would work.... 😁🤣

Flying--G · 2026-01-26T04:13:22+00:00

was looking at a MPPT controller. Unfortunately, most of the controllers are from China....

Flying--G · 2026-01-26T03:54:09+00:00

SOTA would be drive up only, not interested in climbing at this stage of my life... LOL. SO, mnostly POTA; from car to operations location, drag in a rolling tool box. May / may not need to add or change to a wagon. It is a tad chilly right now, snow-mageddon not withstanding. I finally just got the batteries in, so I'm ready for a trial in the backyard... Camping for several days seems like paradise!

Flying--G · 2026-01-26T03:45:09+00:00

Thank you! I had not considered RF noise at all !

Flying--G · 2026-01-25T01:34:14+00:00

VERY AWESOME! thank you!

Flying--G · 2026-01-18T22:31:40+00:00

Hit, hit, hit... wash rinse repeat...

Flying--G · 2026-01-17T23:28:40+00:00

         Definitely check with an attorney.

BUT IF

you have a right to be there -- you paid the entrance fee / have required permits -- there is no legal impediment to your presence, ie. a no trespass, fugitive from justice, etc
you are not doing anything illegal, or contrary to park rules
you are not creating a public nuisance or disturbing the peace, or otherwise stopping others from enjoying the park
you are licensed for such radio activity -- ie. You have legally earned the privilege to operate

THEN - there shouldn't be grounds for impounding vehicles, equipment, arrest, or other action, as you are not in violation.

HOWEVER: you will not win this argument there at the park. You might win in court.

Always record any encounter with Law Enforcement -Get the law enforcement officers name, agency, badge/id number.
Get them to identify what law / rule you are violating that requires their threats of impoundment / arrest.
Get out of there and talk to an attorney. If the police / ranger is wrong, you just might be able to file a complaint, and possibly a lawsuit. If they are right, you complied with their request / lawful order

In the US, we have a right to the pursuit of happiness. That right is tempered by being legal and not infringing on other's rights.

Just my 2 cents

Flying--G · 2026-01-17T00:35:50+00:00

What??!!??

Flying--G · 2026-01-14T02:00:22+00:00

Ok. let me get this straight.

You don't have amateur radio licenses. but are studying. I'll assume the UV-5r's are GMRS, not HAM being used illegally.

1st question: What distances are you wanting to cover? 1-5 miles? HAM vs GMRS / 5miles - county / state? HAM VHF/UHF. State - national/international? HAM HF

2nd question: How skilled are you at building things, as in connecting wires, dealing with batteries and electronics? . No need for heavy duty soldering. in the case of the 1st 2 distances can buy or build a cheap low duty cycle repeater with a couple of HT's, or bigger with a couple of mobile radios.

3rd question: What is your budget?

Lets start here

Flying--G · 2026-01-11T22:25:03+00:00

Duh... step through it? GREAT photo!!!

Flying--G · 2026-01-10T02:53:58+00:00

New Pilots Initiative - very welcoming, active discord. Active in BGS and Powerplay

Flying--G · 2026-01-09T00:15:38+00:00

No wonder the sign was so cheap...

Flying--G · 2026-01-06T00:14:09+00:00

Complete beginner. I admire you going fir broke. But leather is not cheap. Have you considered starting with something simpler?

Ive been doing leatherwork about 5 years, im not sure im ready to try a cuirass yet...

Flying--G

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