Subj : Re: Radio Check
To   : Nigel Reed
From : claw
Date : Wed Sep 25 2024 08:09 am

On 24 Sep 2024, Nigel Reed said the following...
 NR> I have a ham radio, I don't operate it much since it's only 4w and I
 NR> can barely reach the local repeater with it.

I know people really knock these but 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MAULSOK?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

Its 8w I have been able to hit repeates all over no problem  even 20ish miles away.  I'm not even on high ground.  You will need better antenna if your still not hitting but I built my own for no cost out of crap around the house.

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