On two meters, yes indeed. But we are talking about 160. To quote Tom above:
"Also, for 160, antennas are near earth. Earth spoils everything. A 160 antenna at 260 feet is like a two meter antenna at 3.25 feet above ground. ... This is 160. The distance ratio for the same behavior on two meters is 80:1. If we look at: http://www.w8ji.com/stacking_broadside_collinear.htm " 73, Mike www.w0btu.com On Fri, Sep 6, 2013 at 7:04 PM, Bob K6UJ <[email protected]> wrote: > http://www.w8ji.com/VHF%20mobile%20vertical.htm >> He is comparing mobile antennas but it looks like the 5/8 wave can be 2 >> db better than the 1/4 wave. >> Looking at the radiation angle graphs it shows the 5/8 has more gain at >> lower radiation angles in particular. >> If you were doing your comparison on long haul contacts it makes sense >> that the 5/8 would do better. >> >> _________________ Topband Reflector
