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Newer to ham radio, been outdoors-man for many year. Now would like to tie the two together.
Just starting out. Only have handheld for now, looking at mobile stations.
I'm a new tech. with interest in SOTA/POTA and the FM satellites. I live in the Cascade-Fairwood area of Renton, WA but am from northern California originally. I got interested in amateur radio after stumbling upon the hobby online somewhere and have been really enjoying the local nets.
So I am just starting out with SOTA but I will be using my Yaesu FT-4xr on 2m/70cm FM calling frequencies to activate. I added a SignalStick antenna as well as a Diamond SG7500A. I plan on starting small since I am not a very experienced hiker, though I do enjoy the outdoors and disperse camp frequently.
New radio operator but experienced climber and skier who is excited to get involved with SOTA.
Primarily interested in activating but will chase here and there. I am planning to activate on both VHF and HF using my Icom IC-V86 and IC-705. Most of my activations will probably occur in the winter season when I am ski touring.
Returning back to amateur radio after a hiatus. I have a strong interest on portable operation and SOTA adds more fun to it.
I am new to this and have not fully started yet. I plan to try all aspects with my various equipment.
Licensed as a ham operator for Fifty years but inactive since 1986. Interested in constructing antennas for HF. Getting back on the air.
I want to chase SOTA contacts. I use a ICOM 718 with a end fed 133 foot antenna. It is vertically polarized.
Still a new HAM, loving every aspect! I enjoy APRS, Winlink and Ragchewing. Been active on 2/70cm and just got a HF rig to learn about the true Radio!
I’ve been into electronics since a kid, and have a background in car audio/Security and offroad vehicles and accessories.
New to SOTA. Starting out with a Yaesu FT-818, 16ah LiFePo4, Z-817, BuddiePole Deluxe Long.
I used to like scuba diving, now I like radios and other stuff.
I have no SOTA experience. I have a couple of dual band HTs.
Introduced to amateur radio in the Fall of 2018, I’m a relative newcomer to the hobby and have jumped in with both feet. My current interests include CW, QRP and SOTA, though I haven’t yet activated any summits. Hopefully that changes soon!
I haven’t activated yet, but I have two rigs—a QCX 40m and an FT-818 for CW in addition to a Yaesu HT + roll-up j-pole that I will use for FM activations. I do like trail running so intend to keep my pack nice and light.
Just getting started in Ham Radio but I am an Eagle Scout and was a Scoutmaster for 10 years.
As I get gear I will want to summit around here and maybe else where.
Amateur Extra - first licensed in 1978. Operated most modes through the years. Passion for HF and wire antennas.
Elekraft KX2 owner. I am also HF mobile. My son (KA7UFO), and I met you atop Bald Peak park, near Newberg, Oregon last weekend. Interested in the regional SOTA activities.
Technician Class interested in SOTA activities in the PNW region.
Operate at remote locations with my father on HF.
I love the view from high elevations, especially when accompanied by family.
Day job: FP MD.
Married, 5 kids. Distance runner.
My Elmer, k7gt told me about this. I hike a fair bit, have have been known to carry a lightweight HT (baofeng- judge me if you must) and want to help him get points.
new to ham, been hiking for a few years. Makes sense to combine them i guess
mostly activate, have a 8 watt hand held with a couple of custom antennas for now
I enjoy hiking and backpacking. I recently received my General license and look forward to doing SOTA with a portable HF radio.
Currently interested in activating on 2M. I am new to SOTA and am a member of the Island County Amateur Radio Club.