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Is POTA as Easy and Fast as Youtubers Make It Look?

By Ham Radio Dude on Dude Tested First published 22:31 8,620 views Portable & POTA

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The answer is yes and I demonstrate how even my relatively mediocre ability to handle a pileup still results in a quick activation. Nothing as fast as@hamradiotube or anything, but still a good time.

Radio - FT891

Antenna - Reel Pota-ble Antenna
Power 100w (I normally run 50 on ssb)

Suggestions and tips towards the end of the video.

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