Here's a step by step walkthrough of how to get started on the air with CW POTA. Website information, logging, exchange examples and some of our tips and tricks we have learned along the way! Just remember, everyone makes mistakes and have fun!
CW POTA Cheat Sheet: https://www.hamradioduo.com/pota-cw-cheatsheet/
73,
Michael and Becky
N4FFF / N4BKY
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⚙️ Websites and Apps we use
POTA Website CW Guide
https://docs.pota.app/docs/cw_guide.html
POTA Website Spotting Page
https://pota.app/#/
Logging app : Polo by Ham2k
https://polo.ham2k.com/
⚙️ Our go to Portable POTA Gear
RIG : QCX mini
https://qrp-labs.com/qcxmini.html
Becky’s Favorite Key
https://cwmorse.us/products/purple-camel-back-straight-key
Antenna - K6ARK EFHW
https://k6ark.com/kitsandparts/
INIU Power Bank USB-C PD Capable
https://amzn.to/3TYwVXF
12V USB-C PD to Barrel Plug Trigger Cable
https://amzn.to/3TYwCvZ
Naturehike FT07 Ultralight Camping Table, 1.6 LBS Portable
https://amzn.to/3ZXQNOb
Kelty Low Loveseat 2 Person Camping Chair
https://amzn.to/4dFImul
Sony Headphones
https://amzn.to/3ZXFgPd
Aluminum Ground Spike Mast Holder
https://amzn.to/4gUF6Op
Silicone Cable Ties
https://amzn.to/3Nkz4sX
✔️SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNELS:
Ham Radio Duo
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZof7qI_B6GzfUY4sa-oWvA
Home is Where Your Honey Is - RV Camping adventures
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYNf-XhTHmJ1ETG1Jk015rw
🌍 Our Website
https://www.hamradioduo.com
✔️OTHER YOUTUBE CHANNELS / CW FRIENDS YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT
W4EMB Ed es AA4SB Shantel
https://www.youtube.com/@W4EMB
KQ3Q : Lidi
https://www.youtube.com/@KQ3Q
KI7QCF : Forrest
https://www.youtube.com/@Utahforrest
🍿WATCH NEXT:
Becky's Fastest CW POTA Activation Attempt Ever | Race against UTC end of day!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2I39PbHNxg
Morse Code CW in a Browser or Phone !!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ciJR-hEyA8
Beach POTA CW Activation | Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, FL | Saltwater Propagation is no joke!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA2apY4f7QM
Huntsville Hamfest 2024 for CW Ham Radio OPs | Clubs, Keys, and More!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPpyoN4C8oc
$3 dollar paddle | Our favorite POTA/SOTA CW 3D paddle by Adam - K6ARK | build by Becky
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoWH5yBDbTU
🎵 Epidemic Sound - Music & SFX in our videos - https://share.epidemicsound.com/e5632d
📌DISCLAIMER:
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