Thanks for the comments on using the KX1 on the trail.  I will probably wait on 
something like the AlexLoop but I am curious about how it performs versus the 
Buddipole antenna.  I mean, if I am going to carry an antenna contraption 
rather then just coils of wire, the Buddipole looks interesting too.

73, phil, K7PEH


On Jun 17, 2011, at 11:38 AM, Ray Sills wrote:

> Ditto.  I've used my AlexLoop (standard version) with a KX1, and been  
> amazed at how will it works.  My first QSO with the AlexLoop and the  
> KX1 was with a station in Maine (from here in EPA).  I was running  
> about 1 watt.  I forget the report, but we had solid copy both ways.
> 
> 73 de Ray
> K2ULR
> 
> On Jun 17, 2011, at 2:31 PM, Eric wrote:
> 
>> Check out the AlexLoop WalkHam portable magnetic loop antenna at  
>> www.alexloop.com. I have used this on local hikes with my K1 and  
>> KX1 and it works great!  You'll need a cheapo photo tripod. It is  
>> bulkier than a simple wire but still lightweight and comes with a  
>> handy carry bag as well.
>> 
>> 73
>> 
>> Eric WD6DBM
>> 
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