Ham Radio Blog | HF Vertical Antennas & HOA Flagpole Antennas, 160-6M

N7TBU sends a photo of his beautiful 24' HOA Flagpole Antenna in the Wyoming moonlit, night sky. Jeff says it's survived 60+ mph winds in Wyoming with no issues. 500+ contacts since install, all states and DX too... That's a nice Halo over the Flagpole too.

Ron KA8FTP/4 shares a pretty picture of his 16' HOA Flagpole Antenna flying 2 flags.

You're proud of your new ham radio license and shiny Flagpole Vertical antenna. You want your family and friends to feel the same level of preparedness for disasters and emergencies. How would you say it? Here's one way to say it... You on the same page?

KE6TT/4 using his 24' HOA Flagpole Antenna works Africa DX with 100W on FT8. Tunes up FB from 160-10M with great SWR. See his antenna pictured, here. Ham Radio is fun again, pass it on.

Did you know HOAs are approving Flagpole Antennas in the front yard, nationwide? Some also offer approval for verticals in the backyard as well. Learn more about HOA & XYL-approved ham radio antennas, and pass It on.

List of Free Online Ham Radio Operating Courses via Zoom. Help, Tips, and How To DIY, etc. Refresh your operating techniques with a Free Amateur Radio class with K3RA. Pass it on...

Anyone paying attention to 6 meters recently has noticed unusually frequent 6-meter DX for this time of year. Here's some research & data. Have fun!

Ham Radio is a Spectator Sport. Tune in this weekend for the latest, Clash of the Titans (and little pistols too). It's going to be a lot of fun on the air. Join us.

Greyline Performance Flagpole's are working into 3Y0J , plus fresh tips by Radio Guru W3LPL on how to "Increase your chances of working 3Y0J." Have fun...

Step by Step How-to guide to select the perfect HF Vertical Antenna or Flagpole Antenna for your home, building, or HOA. Smart > Bigger. Note, all sizes offer Real DX 160-6M. Ham Radio is fun again.

Brave W7-Mike adds 20-feet of antenna extensions to his 20' Greyline HF Vertical Antenna in his HOA. See the Pictures here too.

Updated June 3, 2024 HR 4006 re-introduced to Congress. Bill to Eliminate HOA Restrictions on Amateur Radio Antennas. H.R. 9670 -- the Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act is being prepared for Congress. Wish them luck and be ready to show your support. More soon.