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Navigating the Non-Stop Stream of SDR Radios From China: What You Need to Know

Posted on November 3, 2024December 1, 2024 by Eric Hendrickson

If you’re into ham radio, you probably have a few SDR radios that came from China squirreled away in a drawer somewhere. Platforms like Amazon are stacked with these budget-friendly little devices, and it seems like every month brings a few new models. Features change very little from one model…

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6 Reasons the ARRL is Vital to Amateur Radio

Posted on November 3, 2024December 1, 2024 by Eric Hendrickson

In the world of amateur radio, the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) holds a central, invaluable place. Established in 1914, the ARRL has spent over a century supporting, protecting, and growing the amateur radio community. If you’re a licensed amateur radio operator—or “ham”—and you haven’t yet joined or supported the…

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Winter Field Day 2025

Winter Field Day 2025: How to Get Involved in this Cold Weather Event

Posted on January 22, 2024January 22, 2025 by Eric Hendrickson

Winter Field Day is a vibrant and challenging annual event that brings together amateur radio enthusiasts from around the globe to test their emergency communication skills in the harshest conditions of winter. Organized by the Winter Field Day Association (WFDA), this unique exercise is held on the last full weekend…

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Eric Hendrickson

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Retired tech nerd and licensed Amateur Extra.

These days I spend my time playing with gadgets and writing about the technology that I find so fascinating.

I share opinions, review products, and brainstorm ideas along the way.

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