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A 40 - 10 meter QMX
The QMX from QRP Labs is modified for operation from 40 to 10 meters. A perfect SOTA rig when matched to a 40 meter EFHW

Dan Koellen AI6XG
Jun 27, 20248 min read
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LCD Display for the KD1JV TriBander
In an earlier post I described the modifications I made to the KD1JV designed TriBander to make it more useful for SOTA. The modifications were successful in reducing weight, reducing receive current, optimizing jack and control positions, and providing a preferred up facing display. The modified TriBander has been used for multiple SOTA activations, its 40/20/15 meter operation matching well with a 40 meter EFHW antenna. But there were still attributes that I did not like

Dan Koellen AI6XG
May 9, 20249 min read
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How to do a SOTA Activation
SOTA activations are challenging and with risk, be sure you are experienced in hiking, navigation and survival skills.

Dan Koellen AI6XG
Jan 5, 20206 min read
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SOTA - What is it? Why I do it
What is SOTA? SOTA, or Summits On The Air, is basically an activity where ham radio operators take their radio equipment to a hill or...

Dan Koellen AI6XG
Dec 22, 20193 min read
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