WPSD Hotspot: Into The Future

The WPSD Hotspot for ham radio is a compact, high-performance device designed to simplify digital voice communication across multiple modes. It bridges your handheld or mobile radio to the internet,…

10 Steps for ARRL Recovery

The ARRL has been declining since the increase in price and decrease in value, however, it can recover with bold, visible changes like these 10 steps for ARRL recovery that…

Decline of the ARRL

Many radio amateurs feel the decline of the ARRL is here, they have grown increasingly frustrated with the current direction of the ARRL. Although the organization once stood as the…

RF Exposure: Understanding The Law

RF exposure refers to the interaction between radio frequency energy and the human body. This exposure occurs when you transmit or receive signals using any radio device, including amateur radios,…

Understanding the Sporadic E Layer

Understanding the Sporadic E Layer, often called “Es,” is one of the most fascinating and unpredictable features of the ionosphere. It forms thin, dense patches of ionization in the E…

VOACAP for Propagation Forecasting

VOACAP for Propagation Forecasting, or Voice of America Coverage Analysis Program, is a powerful tool for predicting radio wave propagation. Amateur radio operators, emergency communication teams, and shortwave broadcasters use…

Wire vs. Vertical Antennas

Choosing Wire vs. Vertical Antennas is one of the most important decisions for amateur radio operators. Because each design offers unique benefits and limitations, understanding their differences helps you select…