Gary,
I have a KX3 and KX1 and have operated both portable from Connecticut
and from home in EI using this antenna on CW. I have spanned the ocean in
both directions while operating with the antenna inside the shack. This is
a thrill every time. What I find good about the AlexLoop is the ability to
set up in some one's home and make a few QSOs. It is however no wonder
antenna and in fairness no Gotham vertical claims are made for it. I would
be very sure that the Buddipole is the better antenna but one would want to
try them side by side. The Alex Loop does fold up into a nice small case.
Have you considered the new SteppIR CrankIR. I think this is a much better
antenna when compared to the AlexLoop. Having said all of this I am
pleased to have the AlexLoop and it does allow me to get on while travelling
without outside wires. You must be selective in where the AlexLoop is
positioned; too close to some wires or metal and it may not perform as you
would like.
73 Doug EI2CN
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From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Gary Hawkins
Sent: 03 November 2013 16:00
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] [KX3] KX3 with Alex Loop
First thanks to all those that responded to my request to see a KX3 - that
was achieved this weekend.
I'm looking to setup a light weight SOTA setup. In addition to the KX3, I
also saw a mini-buddipole and while it seems to be well manufactured and
comes in a nice case it weighs about 2.5lbs, plus mast with either guys or
tripod. An end-fez sloper would be extremely light but here in southern CA
our peaks are short on trees, thus requiring at least one telescoping pole.
This has led me to consider the Alex Loop - appears very light, fast to
setup, no need to get it more than 5ft of the ground. Being a mag loop
should help with QRM at local urban QTH as well.
I'd love to hear from anyone using the Alex Loop with a KX3, and if you
tried other SOTA type antennas as well all the better.
Gary
KK6GXD
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