Hi, Chris. I POTA as a stationary mobile, using my Alinco DX-70. My backup rig is the FT-817Nd, which I keep in an old laptop briefcase, with all its useful accessories.. Keep up the good work! 73, Mike K3CXG
I’m all over the place. Tactical backpack, sling pack, rubbermade storage tubs, truck floorboard and more. This 5.11 Range Ready Training bag might be the answer. I enjoy your videos.
I use a bag that looks very similar but it also has small wheels and a handle like a roller bag. Makes dragging it around easier for this 72 year old man.
Thanks Chris for the demo. I'd like something that would carry my Yaesu 991A. A heavy bulky radio, but the one I prefer for Field Day. Problem is I'm short and an old lady. Carrying a pelican case is almost too difficult. But I know my radio better protected than the large canvas bag I used 4 years ago where one of the knobs broke off. Wonder if a smaller lighter weight bag like that could be used. Thanks
Nice setup, I've been looking at camera duffels to do the same thing, they're rougly similar to that. I refuse to use anything military or "tactical" looking, it doesn't look as safe or friendly to the public (and police) as non-military/tactical looking things and I've seen too many veterans have flashbacks from being just vaguely reminded of their service. The Pelican and pelican-style cases that seem to be semi-popular are too inflexible, both from a literal and "down the road" perspective, for me. Hard-sided cases can protect your radio, but they can also give you a good bump if you aren't careful or don't see them until it's too late, and once you pull out the foam, you can't change the layout. The furthest "hike" I may ever do with a radio is from the car to where I'm setting up for a field day. I have no hiking bone in my body, wandering around and then sleeping on the ground is not my idea of a great time. That G106 almost looks like a modern stereo component! Like a DAC or something like that. Or an interface from a professional XLR mike to a computer.
Agreed on the Pelican style cases. I had one for awhile and quickly outgrew it. Hadn't thought of the G106 looking like a piece of stereo gear, but you're right!! Maybe that was their inspiration? Hahaha