Good work Dave. Congratulations on the first activation! Looks like you enjoyed some lovely weather that day too. Great to hear Ian and Esther. I've worked them loads of times as well, even managing 2m from Scotland. 73, Fraser MM0EFI
These antennas work fantastic i have done a lot of testing including adding an 80m coil, in vertical setup on 40m from AU TO USA on 10 watts i have done various videos on this and JPC-7
@@IrishHamRadio You're very welcome. It was fun to watch you and Simon (M0YKS) making all those contacts. I just wish the band conditions from England and Ireland to my location would have been good. Hopefully soon. 73 my friend.
Good effort Dave. Your sentiments about the vertical antenna ties in with my practical experience on SOTA summits. I've come to the conclusion that in our part of the world most of our regular chasers are in & around Europe, so for the most part we are basically working NVIS. A vertical is better suited to DX due to the lower take off angle, hence not as effective as a horizontal antenna. Having said that, I think the difference is minimal. Verticals take up less space, are often quicker to set up & sometimes lighter. To that end I often use verticals on SOTA summits for practical reasons & accept that it may be a slight compromise when compared to a horizontal antenna which will give better NVIS performance.
Absolutely… I’m going to buy one of these, but depending on the summit and weather, there will always be a decision to be made on whether this or the linked dipole will come on the trip… One main factor is bad weather… I’m Not sure how the vertical would perform with the exposed coils etc in heavy rain.. as well as whether it has any rust proofing after getting wet.
great activation and informative video, well done Dave...if you do purchase a pac 12 consider the optional 5m telescopic antenna lot stronger than the original, but i wont fit in the case. i also purchased the military antenna 6 piece with the shock cord through it that fits in the case just fine...only thing with this antenna is make sure the thread stud is 10mm...im enjoying every outing with this little antenna and would certainly recommend it....for what it is..all the best..DE EI7IAB ken.....(have subbed the channel enjoying your videos)
Hi Ken, Thanks for the comment and for watching 😊. Yeah I’m definitely going to buy one of these and will definitely explore more options and add-ons once I have it… Can you please drop a link in for the “military antenna 6 piece” you mention? I’m not familiar with that one. 👌🏻
That looks a nice summit and good run of QSO's logged. Well done on been the first to activate the Summit. I've never tried a vertical antenna for HF for SOTA. Good effort with the heavy rucksack too. 73 Chris M0RSF
Hi Chris, Yes I forgot to add the weight caption to the video, but it was about 14kg.. A nice little antenna that I wouldn’t rely solely on for SOTA due to weather, but definitely a good option to have at hand.👌🏻
Go for it Robbie! Anything portable for me is always more fun that working for the shack… but that’s just me as I can combine 2 hobbies in one… Also there’s WWFF which is great fun and you can even run mobile for that within an activations zone.
Getting out with your radio no matter where or what is great. It's all about enjoying yourself. If you do SOTA or POTA then spot yourself (I've only recently done that) it makes a difference. 73 Mike
G'day from VK! Loved the video, liked and subscribed 👍 just wondering what radio you were using and how much power? I also have a PAC12 and find it great for quick activations due to the fast set up and pack up times. Cheers and 73, Dan VK3NDG
Hi great video, I’d be interested to know how you would use the JPC PAC12 with your camper van . I’m looking for an antenna to take away with me in my camper.
Hi Russell, I basically just cable tie or strap the base spike to the stainless steel roof rack on my van… but it could be mounted in a number of ways.. You can see it in this video for a few seconds if you’d like to pause to see if properly: ua-cam.com/users/shortssMiQTFDFeT8?feature=share
Круто, молодец! Тоже мечтаю о такой антенне. В горах удобней с вертикальной. В лесу использую windom. Использую FT817, хочу купить для походов xiegu g90.
@@IrishHamRadio Сегодня получил xiegu g90. Не выдержал, начал испытывать в гараже. Там температура была - 11. Не ожидал : выдержал работу в течении 3х часов, есть автоматический тюнер (хорошо работает). Буду испытывать его, а потом возьму в поход. Пока положительные эмоции от этого трансивера.
Hi There, This repeater is kept by the "Southern Ireland Repeater Group" & according to their blog page, it is still active... Also frequencies and tones can be found on page: sirnrepeaters.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html Hope that helps!
@@IrishFuryan GMRS is an American reference, not used here. I guess to answer your question, be aware that "Ham Radio" is just a nickname for what is officially called "Amateur Radio", which is what I operate. Amateurs, or "Hams" can operate on multiple different frequency bands, on multiple different frequencies within those bands, and in different modes. "SOTA" (Summits on the Air) is an awards scheme for Operators to work portable from designated summits and earn Activator points towards the award. Amateurs who speak to them on the summit earn Chaser points towards the award. I would highly recommend watching my video here: ua-cam.com/video/fNBGfvYjWqM/v-deo.html
Good work Dave. Congratulations on the first activation! Looks like you enjoyed some lovely weather that day too. Great to hear Ian and Esther. I've worked them loads of times as well, even managing 2m from Scotland.
73, Fraser MM0EFI
Thanks Fraser…
Yep they are a great chaser (& activator) duo.😊
Glad this came up in my feed. I been thinking about picking up this antenna.
Yep I just received one last week… the one in the video was borrowed…
A great job even mobile strapped to the roof rack of the van!
A review of the Pac 7 would be good, thinking of getting the upgrade for my Pac 12, love this antenna, quick and easy to use.
Unfortunately I don’t have the pac 7 version but I have began using the 12 more lately and it’s performing well
Beautiful views, well done mate - Stephen FOO WAS HERE :) God bless from Oz
Thank you Stephen 😊
These antennas work fantastic i have done a lot of testing including adding an 80m coil, in vertical setup on 40m from AU TO USA on 10 watts i have done various videos on this and JPC-7
I’m interested in knowing more about the 80m coil. Did you build yourself?
Beautiful area there. Congrats on the activation contacts
Thanks Simon 😉…
And thanks for supporting the stream tonight..
@@IrishHamRadio You're very welcome. It was fun to watch you and Simon (M0YKS) making all those contacts. I just wish the band conditions from England and Ireland to my location would have been good. Hopefully soon. 73 my friend.
Great video, thanks. Great to see EI represented
Thanks Gerry!
Good effort Dave. Your sentiments about the vertical antenna ties in with my practical experience on SOTA summits. I've come to the conclusion that in our part of the world most of our regular chasers are in & around Europe, so for the most part we are basically working NVIS. A vertical is better suited to DX due to the lower take off angle, hence not as effective as a horizontal antenna.
Having said that, I think the difference is minimal. Verticals take up less space, are often quicker to set up & sometimes lighter. To that end I often use verticals on SOTA summits for practical reasons & accept that it may be a slight compromise when compared to a horizontal antenna which will give better NVIS performance.
Absolutely…
I’m going to buy one of these, but depending on the summit and weather, there will always be a decision to be made on whether this or the linked dipole will come on the trip…
One main factor is bad weather… I’m
Not sure how the vertical would perform with the exposed coils etc in heavy rain.. as well as whether it has any rust proofing after getting wet.
Great job 👍👍👍
Thanks Tim 😊
great activation and informative video, well done Dave...if you do purchase a pac 12 consider the optional 5m telescopic antenna lot stronger than the original, but i wont fit in the case. i also purchased the military antenna 6 piece with the shock cord through it that fits in the case just fine...only thing with this antenna is make sure the thread stud is 10mm...im enjoying every outing with this little antenna and would certainly recommend it....for what it is..all the best..DE EI7IAB ken.....(have subbed the channel enjoying your videos)
Hi Ken,
Thanks for the comment and for watching 😊.
Yeah I’m definitely going to buy one of these and will definitely explore more options and add-ons once I have it…
Can you please drop a link in for the “military antenna 6 piece” you mention?
I’m not familiar with that one. 👌🏻
Be mad if you got there, and there were 5 activators up there arguing for a spot. Another great video.
Hehe! Imagine! 😂
Great video! Thanks for the summit!
Thank You! 😊
That looks a nice summit and good run of QSO's logged. Well done on been the first to activate the Summit. I've never tried a vertical antenna for HF for SOTA.
Good effort with the heavy rucksack too.
73 Chris M0RSF
Hi Chris,
Yes I forgot to add the weight caption to the video, but it was about 14kg..
A nice little antenna that I wouldn’t rely solely on for SOTA due to weather, but definitely a good option to have at hand.👌🏻
Thinking of doing some POTA activations, not sure if there will be much interest, but who knows..
Go for it Robbie!
Anything portable for me is always more fun that working for the shack… but that’s just me as I can combine 2 hobbies in one…
Also there’s WWFF which is great fun and you can even run mobile for that within an activations zone.
Only if you like pile ups all day ☺️
Getting out with your radio no matter where or what is great. It's all about enjoying yourself. If you do SOTA or POTA then spot yourself (I've only recently done that) it makes a difference. 73 Mike
G'day from VK! Loved the video, liked and subscribed 👍 just wondering what radio you were using and how much power? I also have a PAC12 and find it great for quick activations due to the fast set up and pack up times. Cheers and 73, Dan VK3NDG
G’Day Dan 😉!
I was using a Yaesu FT891 & 50w powered from a LifePo battery.
Thank you for subscribing! 👌🏻😊
Terrific activation...beautiful video of gorgeous Ireland. I just purchased this antenna and am looking forward to many activations.
Thank you!
Yes I borrowed the one in that video but I also have one ordered and I am expecting it in the next few days! 🤞🏻
Great job Dave - many thanks for that. 73 Trystan.
Thanks Trystan 😊
Hi great video, I’d be interested to know how you would use the JPC PAC12 with your camper van . I’m looking for an antenna to take away with me in my camper.
Hi Russell,
I basically just cable tie or strap the base spike to the stainless steel roof rack on my van… but it could be mounted in a number of ways..
You can see it in this video for a few seconds if you’d like to pause to see if properly:
ua-cam.com/users/shortssMiQTFDFeT8?feature=share
@@IrishHamRadio thanks for this I have to be quick with the pause button :-)
Круто, молодец! Тоже мечтаю о такой антенне. В горах удобней с вертикальной. В лесу использую windom. Использую FT817, хочу купить для походов xiegu g90.
Спасибо за комментарий ;-)
Я обычно использую связанный диполь, но это тоже очень хороший вариант, хотя и немного тяжелее.
@@IrishHamRadio Сегодня получил xiegu g90. Не выдержал, начал испытывать в гараже. Там температура была - 11. Не ожидал : выдержал работу в течении 3х часов, есть автоматический тюнер (хорошо работает). Буду испытывать его, а потом возьму в поход. Пока положительные эмоции от этого трансивера.
Did you find a eu supplier. also looking for one
Not yet John, just either UK or China…
Did you separate all the radials or just a couple?
Hi Frode,
I only separated a few to be honest but it still worked out fairly well.
Do you know is the repeater for Cork City, at Farmers cross, still active?
Hi There,
This repeater is kept by the "Southern Ireland Repeater Group" & according to their blog page, it is still active... Also frequencies and tones can be found on page:
sirnrepeaters.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html
Hope that helps!
@@IrishHamRadio it does, thank you
Is gmrs, or ham mostly used around Cork? Anyone know? Also, what is sota?
@@IrishFuryan GMRS is an American reference, not used here. I guess to answer your question, be aware that "Ham Radio" is just a nickname for what is officially called "Amateur Radio", which is what I operate. Amateurs, or "Hams" can operate on multiple different frequency bands, on multiple different frequencies within those bands, and in different modes.
"SOTA" (Summits on the Air) is an awards scheme for Operators to work portable from designated summits and earn Activator points towards the award. Amateurs who speak to them on the summit earn Chaser points towards the award.
I would highly recommend watching my video here:
ua-cam.com/video/fNBGfvYjWqM/v-deo.html
@@IrishHamRadio OK, fair going. I will
With the current solar cycle, you should be able to get into North America on 20, 17, and 15...
Nice video Dave. EI9IDB
Thank you Tomasz!
Whats your ht antenna?
Hi, Its the Abree Tactial antenna..
www.passion-radio.com/handheld/ar-152a-917.html
Great location , hopefully
Catch you over the airwaves de Mw6hnn qth Tenby wales 🏴