FIELD DAY SETUP - Ham Radio Overlanding - Testing Comms Gear Out Of My Truck - WEEKENDERLANDER EP 56

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    In this episode of WEEKENDERLANDER, we do things with a different focus - Ham Radio. The ham radio guys like to do this event called Field Day - where they go out into the woods (or in our case at the top of mountains) and test various radio equipment. There's a lot of overlap with overlanding with this type of thing, because we're basically just out testing gear, with a focus on ham radio gear. I tested my normal camping setups, adding a tarp awning and some other random gear - but mostly was out testing various ham radio setups like my Yaesu FT-891 with the ATAS-120a, and the Chameleon MPAS 2.0, as well as a variety of other setups. I was also using my FTM-500 and my new Yaesu FT5D. Hope you enjoyed this nerdier mini overlanding trip about radios.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 82

  • @Glassed_in_Nature
    @Glassed_in_Nature 3 місяці тому +13

    We need more amateur radio related videos!!

  • @jeffmorris739
    @jeffmorris739 3 місяці тому +2

    I have been a ham for 10 years and I am going after my general class. I want to work HF and do other things I can't do now. Glad to see you doing things like this. Ham is the best for emergency ops. Peace.

  • @N0KTZ
    @N0KTZ Місяць тому

    Gr8 video Mike. WFD= Winter Field Day (January 25th & 26th -2025). I normally use this event as an excuse to get out and test myself and my gear in the cold. Hope to see you then too. 👍🏻

  • @konrad0311
    @konrad0311 3 місяці тому +5

    I need some comms in my taco

  • @amorton94
    @amorton94 3 місяці тому +1

    A gear centric video on this channel? What? No way! 😂

  • @mavrick561
    @mavrick561 3 місяці тому +7

    LLOD weekenderlander and HAM radio.....heck yeah! ALL the gear!

  • @fiftyshadesofurban
    @fiftyshadesofurban 3 місяці тому

    3:41 Most RV I wanna go is Alu-Cab camper or a Patriot trailer. I honesty think I'd prefer the latter but it's so expensive. I'm gonna start out with a RTT, then MAYBE Alu-cab.. maybe straight to the trailer I dunno,

  • @DanielBlumerSr_DarkElixir
    @DanielBlumerSr_DarkElixir 3 місяці тому +5

    This is what I like to see Mike I can tell your passionate about this! Love to see you excited about something it makes the video that much more engaging! after watching this I almost want to go get myself set up with a nice ham radio. lol

  • @trackntrail2869
    @trackntrail2869 3 місяці тому +3

    Battery comparison would be great! I'm considering a Pecron E1500 LFP right now

  • @MikeInTheWoods
    @MikeInTheWoods 2 місяці тому +1

    I love that 100AH LiFePO4 battery. I use that exact same one to power my electric raft, and I get about 18km of range with it

  • @tradergman6761
    @tradergman6761 3 місяці тому +4

    I buy your holsters and follow your story. Great to see this content from you, brother. KK4FEI 👊

  • @RunYourLuck
    @RunYourLuck 3 місяці тому

    Hey Mike, any updates on the LX? Just got a GX myself and would to see everything you've done to the LX for some inspiration.

    • @LastLineOfDefense
      @LastLineOfDefense  3 місяці тому +1

      Yup, stay tuned - recently took it out camping and was awesome, and working on some updates to it this week actually.

  • @wut9605
    @wut9605 3 місяці тому +1

    How did the Mpas work with the tonneau cover as a ground plane?

    • @LastLineOfDefense
      @LastLineOfDefense  3 місяці тому +2

      Had an SWR of 3 and dropped it to 1 with a tuner. That was without the counterpoise wire attached at all. I'm gonna toy around with some bonding/grounding though and see what we can do.

  • @elegymusic
    @elegymusic 3 місяці тому +5

    deff need more comm vids.

  • @IndyYakr
    @IndyYakr 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi Mike, love the ham radio/Comms content. I need to take the general exam this year as well. How are you or others studying for it; online, ARRL manual, flash cards, take a class? Thanks!

  • @timking2194
    @timking2194 3 місяці тому +3

    Great video love ham radio content. Lots of us outdoor people are hams

  • @scrubisme
    @scrubisme 3 місяці тому

    Ok, so the question I have about HAM, because I've considered getting my license but right now, my brain can't take any more studying (currently getting my bachelors); are there any protections built into the radios for EMP protection?

  • @robbkline3679
    @robbkline3679 3 місяці тому +2

    Really enjoyed the video Mike! Really was not into radios till you started doing videos on your intrest in them! Definitely peeked my intrist in the ham community! Thank you for the content!

  • @shaunwhite2486
    @shaunwhite2486 3 місяці тому +1

    i would definitely watch more radio content; Im curious how you have the 891 setup for digital modes

  • @Rich-um8we
    @Rich-um8we 3 місяці тому +1

    Hey Mike, what size duffel was that in your back seat?

    • @J.Young808
      @J.Young808 3 місяці тому

      20:48 not sure if he talks about it later, he goes over it in many different Weekenderlander videos

  • @Hero1395
    @Hero1395 3 місяці тому +1

    Glad to see you're still active....I figured you may have fizzled out on ham radio since you have so much else going on. 73

  • @full_metal2452
    @full_metal2452 3 місяці тому +2

    Icom 705 and Kenwood TH-D75 here 👍

  • @jleete01
    @jleete01 3 місяці тому +2

    that looks like an expensive hobby

    • @LastLineOfDefense
      @LastLineOfDefense  3 місяці тому +1

      You can dabble with a little Baofeng for cheap though!

  • @CovertOutdoors
    @CovertOutdoors 3 місяці тому +1

    Was there gear in this video. I think I missed it.
    Good choice with the voodoo ranger.
    I enjoyed seeing options about radio setups.

  • @J.Young808
    @J.Young808 3 місяці тому +1

    Growing up my neighbor was a HAM operator and he talked to Russia,Germany and all over the world. He set up a large tower antenna and beer can “trap”, so the construction workers that were remodeling our house had a high power CB and talked to Australia (I live on the side of a “mountain” facing South in Honolulu) because of my neighbor’s antenna

  • @Rick-xt2cz
    @Rick-xt2cz 3 місяці тому +1

    I know this is an electronic nerd-out-gear episode.....I couldnt help noticing the white 2nd gen Sequoia in the garage.
    I enjoyed the review and upgrades you shared with the 1st gen Sequoia you used to have !

    • @LastLineOfDefense
      @LastLineOfDefense  3 місяці тому +1

      Yup! I talk a little more about it in the end of the video.

  • @J.Young808
    @J.Young808 3 місяці тому

    Does the APL55 fit under a Diamondbacks on a Tacoma? What fridge did you run on the Tacoma?

  • @FiredogKC
    @FiredogKC 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for being an ambassador for Amateur Radio! What is your callsign?
    WQØA 🍻

  • @AndrewWells527
    @AndrewWells527 3 місяці тому

    Definitely go for your general. IMO HF is where it's at for emergency communications.

  • @booshwaa2
    @booshwaa2 3 місяці тому

    I have the ft5d and use this adapter below from Amazon that you can charge radio with usb-c
    NFHK USB 3.1 Type C USB-C Female to DC 12V 4.0x1.7mm Plug Adapter
    Charger does half to be 12v. Nothing less than 12v will work

  • @johncampbell5742
    @johncampbell5742 3 місяці тому

    Great content but the camera constantly swinging back and forth was dizzying.

  • @johngordon2929
    @johngordon2929 3 місяці тому

    This is bob in the basement come back roger

  • @Russianmafia10
    @Russianmafia10 2 місяці тому

    Yes I've been waiting for the pooping video for years

  • @Chahtawarrior31
    @Chahtawarrior31 3 місяці тому +1

    Man I love the set up! I am leaning towards a TUNDRA OR 4 RUNNER BUILT! The Camry XSE is getting to small for me and the wife! Nice job and build! DE WV1Q AL aka Motorman in Da Sip! OORAH

    • @LastLineOfDefense
      @LastLineOfDefense  3 місяці тому +2

      Nice - yeah you’ll get a lot more room and capability for sure. But fewer MPGs…

    • @J.Young808
      @J.Young808 3 місяці тому +1

      If the size fits, I suggest 4Runner as it is tried and trued last model year same reason I got my 2023 Tacoma.

  • @mavrick561
    @mavrick561 3 місяці тому +1

    Where did you get that manpack bag from?

  • @tango_bravo_garage
    @tango_bravo_garage 3 місяці тому +1

    Vx6r here. Need to get into HF and take the General next

  • @Disbro10
    @Disbro10 2 місяці тому

    Working on getting my ham radio license

  • @tristanbosworth3742
    @tristanbosworth3742 3 місяці тому +1

    I’m only going to finish this video if there’s a lot of gear. 0:48

  • @overlandpup4507
    @overlandpup4507 3 місяці тому

    Was that a white 2nd gen sequoia in your garage?

  • @dan_dul
    @dan_dul 3 місяці тому

    Looking fwd to the radio set up video!

  • @ridedirt73
    @ridedirt73 3 місяці тому

    Do you still carry guns with you or have you moved away from that for UA-cam issues?

    • @LastLineOfDefense
      @LastLineOfDefense  3 місяці тому +1

      I still always have a gun and show them in videos quite often actually!

  • @slik560
    @slik560 3 місяці тому

    That’s $$$$$$ worth of radio gear.

  • @AndrewWells527
    @AndrewWells527 3 місяці тому

    Field Day is a blast! Also consider Winter Field Day in late January for something a bit more challenging.

  • @NerdyByNature51
    @NerdyByNature51 3 місяці тому

    Time for vanity call sign with Lima Oscar Delta lfg

  • @tango_bravo_garage
    @tango_bravo_garage 3 місяці тому

    I’m trying out that awning this weekend for the first time

  • @randymoore2410
    @randymoore2410 3 місяці тому

    one 46 minute commercial

  • @hankf616
    @hankf616 3 місяці тому

    Just casually showing the 2nd gen Sequioa over the shoulder on the intro...

    • @hankf616
      @hankf616 3 місяці тому

      I FF'ed to the end and saw the explanation. That's going to be a sweet mom mobile when it's on 35's.

  • @JonnyBgooD007
    @JonnyBgooD007 3 місяці тому

    I like your shit. Keep it up man!

  • @brandonshaw2243
    @brandonshaw2243 3 місяці тому

    MINI VAN no! Smart girl!!!

  • @m3sserly
    @m3sserly 3 місяці тому

    I have the vx6r and a ftd5r. Struggling with the programming side. Able to do a video on how you did yours? How you picked the channels, set memory banks, murs?, etc etc? Checking for activity, who’s using repeaters blah blah

    • @2ndorder40
      @2ndorder40 3 місяці тому

      Take a look at RT Systems

    • @m3sserly
      @m3sserly 3 місяці тому

      @@2ndorder40 I have the software for both. Unfortunately no one in my circle is experienced with this stuff so it’s been a struggle to find frequencies and repeaters that are active/have a fair amount of traffic. I am very green to the subject. I’ve messed around a little with repeater book and have gone to one mtg at a local radio club to meet some people.

  • @john_sudik
    @john_sudik 3 місяці тому

    Does Mike poop in the woods?

  • @tristanbosworth3742
    @tristanbosworth3742 3 місяці тому

    Oh perfect 2:20

  • @luismoya1125
    @luismoya1125 3 місяці тому

    What antenna is that on your FT-5DR?

    • @zanepullen8927
      @zanepullen8927 3 місяці тому

      It looks like a signal stuff signal stick. They are super flexible antennas.

  • @pseudogreat
    @pseudogreat 3 місяці тому +1

    Love this guy. Ultimate consumer.

  • @jtcox312
    @jtcox312 3 місяці тому

    The Golf R video will never happen!

    • @ktm250xcw
      @ktm250xcw 3 місяці тому

      Cuz it’s pointless for the channel. GT-R better content but even that doesn’t fit.

    • @LastLineOfDefense
      @LastLineOfDefense  3 місяці тому +3

      yeah so the backstory is that I was waiting for whatever funk has been going on with my channel with no views and people not seeing my videos in their feed etc to resolve itself. But looks like that isn’t happening, so I can just post it and whatever.

    • @jtcox312
      @jtcox312 3 місяці тому

      @@LastLineOfDefense makes sense. It stinks that it has to be such an analytics driven process instead of just a fun thing for you to upload and us to enjoy. But I get that it’s an income for you and you have to do what is best for you. I’m just excited to watch it!

    • @LastLineOfDefense
      @LastLineOfDefense  3 місяці тому

      99% of the time I just upload whatever I liked getting into that week, which usually has relevancy to the channel. 1% of the time I make a video outside of that general sphere, the golf r video being one of em.

    • @CharlieMike504
      @CharlieMike504 3 місяці тому +1

      ​@LastLineOfDefense it's the next phase of shadow banning on YT. Much of your content falls into the new categories to be banned. Can't have people using good gear and being prepared.

  • @denverjohnston3705
    @denverjohnston3705 3 місяці тому

    Poop.