Name: Paul Roy
CallSign: N1OG
Kit Purpose: POTA
Total Power: 100W

KIT Details:

• Explorer bag from Gigaparts

• Yaesu FT-891

• 12Ah LiFePo battery

• Kindle Fire 8 tablet

• ProtoArc bluetooth keyboard

• Reliance Bugout mini EFHW

• 15' RG-316 with ferrite CMC choke

• 50' of coax

• Tenkara fishing rod

The contents in the bag as they are packed.

The red bag contains power cables, meter, power distribution block and microphone.

The blue bag holds a keyboard, speaker, earbuds, mic splitter and digirig/cables.

Tenkara fishing rod "mast" 7m, carabiners and pouch for small things.

Reliance bugout mini EFHW with cordage, guy lines (if needed) and tent stakes.

HT and GMRS radio plus a gear tie

Typically I have a folding aluminum table and a pod rocker folding chair as my station base. The radio, battery and tablet all fit on the small folding table with room for the keyboard. I use the Quirky QRP reference mat to set everything on and it is handy to reference common ham info.

Operating portable is a learning experience. While this works very well for me, it may not suit you and your needs. Experiment and learn what is best for you, and do not be afraid to change things.

This makes up the primary items I need for an activation. I carry other "extra" items to make things easier for myself or to fill another need. One example being the extra 50' of coax that is typically not used, but should the 15' of RG-316 not be enough then at least I have the coax to still get on air. The tankara fishing rod that is used as a 7m mast is also not usually needed, but very handy if it is. The whole bag loaded with extras included is around 25lbs.

Anyone is welcome to join me on an activation! If you have a Yaesu mic that is all you need to bring. If you don't then we can just share :-)

Have fun!

The bags and items taken from the inside compartment.