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Club Log app
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Club Log app

Club Log app for iOS and Android provides real-time DXCC and DXCC Challenge tracking, live QSO alerts, and an offline logbook. – Listed in Software/iPhone
Amateur Radio Clubs
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Amateur Radio Clubs

Is your ham radio club on our list? We feature thousands of links to amateur radio clubs worldwide. Add your club’s link today!
Llanelli Amateur Radio Society
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Llanelli Amateur Radio Society

The Llanelli Amateur Radio Society (GC0EZQ) website serves as a community hub for radio enthusiasts in South Wales, UK. – Listed in Ham Radio/Clubs/Europe/UK/Wales
Top Amateur Radio Websites – Issue 2631
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Top Amateur Radio Websites - Issue 2631

This week, we’re looking at some practical considerations for the shack and out in the field. There’s a good piece on building a multi-band delta loop, something that comes up often when space is tight or you’re trying to get more out of a single support. We also have a couple of historical notes, revisiting the foundational work of Marconi and Fessenden, which is always worth a read for context on how far we’ve come. Plus, a quick look at a few places to source gear, from the common accessories to more specialized components that keep our stations on the air, whether it’s for HF DX or a portable VHF/UHF setup. It’s a mixed bag, but all relevant to the ongoing pursuit of better signals and more effective operation.
Top Amateur Radio Websites – Issue 2630
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Top Amateur Radio Websites - Issue 2630

This week, we’ve gathered a few items that touch on everything from optimizing your award tracking to some interesting antenna builds. For those of us who spend time chasing DX, understanding where you stand with LoTW credits is always something that comes up, and we found a handy tool for that. Then there’s a look at a 40-meter horizontal loop, a classic design that still performs well, especially for portable work. We also have a piece on a specialized receive antenna for VLF to HF, which could be useful for those dealing with local noise issues. And for the experimenters, a LoRa APRS iGate project, a practical application of LoRa technology that’s gaining traction. Finally, a cloud-based suite of logging and propagation tools rounds out the selection, offering some modern conveniences for managing your station.
HamDaily
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HamDaily

HamDaily serves as a dynamic front page for amateur radio, aggregating live band conditions, space weather, DX/POTA/SOTA spots, and news from over 16… – Listed in Ham Radio/Ham Radio News
LZ Amateur Radio Club
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LZ Amateur Radio Club

LZARC is a modern amateur radio club in Joplin, Missouri, serving the Four-State Area with online licensing, digital voice, POTA, and RF projects. – Listed in Ham Radio/Clubs/North America/USA/Arkansas
OpenSignal
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OpenSignal

Open Signal is a self-contained software for Windows and Linux, enabling error-corrected digital picture and classic SSTV modes over HF/VHF. – Listed in Software/SSTV
Amateur Radio Community in Microsoft Teams
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Amateur Radio Community in Microsoft Teams

A Microsoft Teams-based online community for amateur radio operators, offering chat, video calls, and structured channels for discussions. – Listed in Internet and Radio/Chat
Top Amateur Radio Websites – Issue 2632
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Top Amateur Radio Websites - Issue 2632

This week, we’re looking at a few items that touch on the practicalities of getting on the air and staying there reliably. There’s a piece on understanding SSB bandwidth, which is always worth a revisit, especially when operating near band edges. We also have a resource for looking up callsigns, something that comes up often whether you’re chasing DX or just curious about a new contact. For those running higher power, or perhaps considering it, there’s a useful set of modifications for Ameritron HF amplifiers to help with cooling during those longer digital mode sessions. And, of course, a solid DX cluster tool is always welcome for finding activity. These are the kinds of things that make a difference in day-to-day operation, from the home station to a portable setup.
Icom IC-7110: Specifications and Photos — X-026 Revealed
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Icom IC-7110: Specifications and Photos — X-026 Revealed

The X-026 finally has a name: Icom has unveiled the IC-7110 at Tokyo Ham Fair 2026, closing four months of teaser campaigns and hamfest mock-ups. Here are the first photos, the confirmed specifications and what the new model means for operators waiting on an IC-7100 successor.
Field Spotter: Portable Amateur Radio Spotting Tool
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Field Spotter: Portable Amateur Radio Spotting Tool

Field Spotter is a web-based tool displaying real-time amateur radio spots for POTA, SOTA, and WWFF on an interactive map. It offers filters for program… – Listed in DX Resources/Clusters
N5KWD – Amateur Radio Station
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N5KWD - Amateur Radio Station

N5KWD’s personal amateur radio station page, featuring a journal, news, online calculators, calendars, and various projects. – Listed in Ham Radio/Personal Pages/USA
Top Amateur Radio Websites – Issue 2633
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Top Amateur Radio Websites - Issue 2633

This week, we’ve pulled together a few items that touch on practical aspects of our hobby, from understanding propagation to getting on the air when antenna restrictions are a factor. There’s a look at real-time HF conditions using the Reverse Beacon Network, something that comes up often for those chasing DX or just trying to understand band openings. We also have a piece on building a 2-meter skeleton slot Yagi stack, which could be a good project for VHF/UHF enthusiasts looking for something beyond a simple dipole. For those dealing with HOA challenges, there’s a discussion on stealth antenna solutions for 40-10m and 80m. And for the digital mode operators, a multi-platform AX.25 terminal program is worth a look. Finally, a historical note on Marconi’s early work and a handy ADIF log analyzer round out the selection.
DVNets – Amateur Radio Digital Voice Net Directory
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DVNets - Amateur Radio Digital Voice Net Directory

DVNets is a community-driven directory for amateur radio digital voice nets, listing schedules and connection details for various modes. – Listed in DX Resources/Nets
A Few Words from Rocket Machine Worx About New Color Options for Its Bulkhead Coax Connector Panels & More
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A Few Words from Rocket Machine Worx About New Color Options for Its Bulkhead Coax Connector Panels & More

OnAllBands stopped by one of our favorite manufacturers, Rocket Machine Worx, at Dayton Hamvention® 2026 to talk with the small company that has big ideas about cable management and routing […]

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Ham Radio Youth Insights—My Week at WRTC 2026 UK Part 2
– Katie Campbell, KE8LQR

Ham Radio Youth Insights—My Week at WRTC 2026 UK Part 2

As discussed in Part One of my WRTC (World Radiosport Team Championship) 2026 UK experience, I attended as a volunteer at event headquarters. I arrived at the venue on Tuesday […]

The post Ham Radio Youth Insights—My Week at WRTC 2026 UK Part 2 appeared first on OnAllBands.

Contesting 101: Building a Workbench & Basic Ham Radio Troubleshooting Techniques
– Kirk Pickering K4RO

Contesting 101: Building a Workbench & Basic Ham Radio Troubleshooting Techniques

Editor’s Note: OnAllBands is pleased to post a series of articles written by accomplished amateur radio contester and DX Engineering customer/technical support specialist Kirk Pickering, K4RO. The articles, originally published in the […]

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Guide to Amateur Radio Amplifiers 2026 Part 5: RM Italy
– OnAllBands

Guide to Amateur Radio Amplifiers 2026 Part 5: RM Italy

In Part 5 in our series on amplifiers available at DX Engineering, OnAllBands is featuring products from RM Italy—a company that has been manufacturing world-class amateur radio equipment since 1974. […]

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Ham Radio Youth Insights—My Visit to WRTC 2026 UK
– Katie Campbell, KE8LQR

Ham Radio Youth Insights—My Visit to WRTC 2026 UK

What is the WRTC? The WRTC (World Radiosport Team Championship) is best referred to as “The Olympics of Ham Radio.” The event takes place every four years in varying locations, […]

The post Ham Radio Youth Insights—My Visit to WRTC 2026 UK appeared first on OnAllBands.

Guide to September 2026 Ham Radio Contests—State QSO Party Edition
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September is one of the busiest months for State QSO Parties. You’ll have plenty of chances to get on the air to make contacts during events happening from Maine to […]

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A Few Words with Max Freedman, N4ML, the Youngest Ham to Ever Set Foot on Bouvet Island
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A Few Words with Max Freedman, N4ML, the Youngest Ham to Ever Set Foot on Bouvet Island

Spend a few minutes with Max Freedman, N4ML, and you’ll walk away with the good feeling that the future of amateur radio is in very capable hands. OnAllBands met up […]

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Ham Radio Portable Operating Insights—Ham2K Portable Logger (PoLo) Part 2
– John Myers, WG8X

Ham Radio Portable Operating Insights—Ham2K Portable Logger (PoLo) Part 2

In an earlier article, I introduced Ham2K PoLo, the portable logging program developed by Sebastian, KI2D, and his team. Since then I’ve spent considerably more time using it. After conferring […]

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Ham Radio Portable Operating Insights—POTA Activation Essentials & Gear You Can Keep at Home
– John Myers, WG8X

Ham Radio Portable Operating Insights—POTA Activation Essentials & Gear You Can Keep at Home

Hi everybody! Let’s talk about what to bring and what to leave behind on a POTA activation. If you’ve been activating for any length of time, you’ll probably agree that […]

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DX Engineering Provides Gear for Rare Activation of Tokelau. DXpedition Has Been Rescheduled for November 2027.
– Wayne KE8JFW

DX Engineering Provides Gear for Rare Activation of Tokelau. DXpedition Has Been Rescheduled for November 2027.

The Perseverance DX Group (PDXG) and the Western Washington DX Club (WWDXC) had planned to put Tokelau, an independent territory of New Zealand, on the air Nov. 20 to Dec. 1, 2026, […]

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AmateurLogic 220: It’s Going To Get Meshy
– George W5JDX

AmateurLogic 220: It’s Going To Get Meshy

AmateurLogic.TV Episode 220 is now available for download. Our latest experiments with Mesh Networking. Tommy builds a Solar Powered Mesh Node. Emile talks about the rapidly growing Gulf Coast Mesh Network and demonstrates his equipment. George unboxes an Elecrow Solar Powered M6 Thinknode. And Mike opens up his new solar powered AM/FM/SW/BT radio to see … Continue reading AmateurLogic 220: It’s Going To Get Meshy
LHS Episode #626: The Weekender CXLII
– Russ K5TUX

LHS Episode #626: The Weekender CXLII

Hello and welcome back everyone!  You’re joining us for episode 626 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet!  This week we’re bringing to you our 142nd weekender, so you’ll hear about what we’ve been doing in our lives, along with our discussion centered around a random topic from our topic wheel and a quick trip through some hedonistic exploits! 73 de LHS Team
Ham College 142
– George W5JDX

Ham College 142

Ham College episode 142 is now available for download. General Exam Questions Part 3. G1C – Transmitter power regulations; data emission standards; 60-meter operation requirements. Demonstration of PEP vs Average Power. Effective Radiated Power. https://hamcollege.tv Download YouTube Key Topics Covered: PEP vs. Average Power: The hosts provide a practical demonstration using a transceiver and a … Continue reading Ham College 142
LHS Episode #624: National Jamboree 2026
– Russ K5TUX

LHS Episode #624: National Jamboree 2026

Hello and welcome back everyone!  You’re joining us for episode 624 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet!  This week we’re telling you about what we’ve been up to – along with interviewing Bill about his adventures at the 2026 Scouting America National Jamboree! 73 de LHS Team
News: Olivia Digital Modes on HF
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News: Olivia Digital Modes on HF

Greetings Olivia and digital mode operators, GREAT NEWS! WEBSITE UPDATE! Here are the big three new features: Live Olivia spotting. Just like on POTA and other sites, this is a live show and tell of your activity either by self spotting, or spotting stations you copy. Dedicated live spot page, you can view even on […]
Time for antenna work.
– Mike VE9KK

Time for antenna work.

 Before the DX Engineering radial plateThe vertical antenna I have is the Hustler 4BTV, which gives me
10–40m, and I am very happy with its performance. One shortfall for me
is the method this antenna uses to fasten the ground radials. At the
b…
Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 432
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Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 432

Family of KY student says deputy seized child’s radios without warrant. They’re suing A Somerset family has filed a lawsuit against the county’s school board and local law enforcement, alleging a deputy wrongly seized two-way radios from a student without a warrant. Lexington Herald Leader The integrity question: Inside the WRTC 2026 Multiplier Investigation Public […]
LHS Episode #627: The Dumpster Returns
– Russ K5TUX

LHS Episode #627: The Dumpster Returns

Hello and welcome back everyone!  You’re joining us for episode 627 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet!  This week we’re sharing news about what has been going on in our lives, as well as covering topics in Amateur radio, Open Source/Linux and even some Github Dumpster Diving! 73 de LHS Team
Part 2 of….. Antenna solve one problem to only create another.
– Mike VE9KK

Part 2 of….. Antenna solve one problem to only create another.

 If you have not read Part 1 of this post, go HERE and then make your way back.To recap, I was having an issue with my Hustler 4BTV vertical antenna, and I discovered that water was making its way into the 15m trap. Once I had the antenna reassemb…
Antenna…solve one problem only to create another.
– Mike VE9KK

Antenna…solve one problem only to create another.

 The antenna I have is the Hustler 4BTV, and I have owned it for about four years. I had been noticing that after a couple of days of rain, the SWR on 15 meters
would increase.As the weather warmed up, the problem disappeared. My
suspi…
CHOTA 2026
– Frank K4FMH

CHOTA 2026

Go to Church on September 12, 2026…and Bring a Radio! 20M US-UK calling frequency at top of each hour: 14.247MHz It’s nearing the time of Churches and Chapels on the Air again! Here in the U.S., Churches and Chapels on the Air (CHOTA) is a fairly new concept. A few years ago, I was fortunate […]
Ham College 143
– George W5JDX

Ham College 143

Ham College episode 143 is now available for download. General Exam Questions Part 4 G1D – Volunteer Examiners and Volunteer Examiner Coordinators, temporary identification, element credit, remote operation. https://hamcollege.tv Download YouTube Key Topics Discussed: Volunteer Examiners (VEs) and VEC: The hosts explain the requirements for becoming an accredited Volunteer Examiner (0:24:57-0:26:28), including age limits and … Continue reading Ham College 143
Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 434
– Cale K4HCK

Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 434

FCC Ham “Call Book” in PDF and CSV formats The call book supports Ham Radio enthusiasts who suffer little-to-no internet bandwidth while chasing QSOs — or when your favorite search site goes down for (un)scheduled maintenance. Playground Amateur Radio Club Amateur Radio has never been more affordable So why do some things seem so expensive? […]
ICQPodcast Episode 490 – Ham Radio ATU’s
– Colin M6BOY

ICQPodcast Episode 490 – Ham Radio ATU’s

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode’s feature is Ham Radio ATU’…
Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 431
– Cale K4HCK

Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 431

APRS On the Air Let’s create a new Amateur Radio activity and supporting software that brings the activator-and-chaser game of Parks on the Air and Summits on the Air to APRS. K0TFU China is using Ham Radio in its territorial claim over the South China Sea An article goes into great depths to use decisions […]