today im checking out and using this end fed antenna i found out about on my pota activation. we also will check it out to see how swr is across the bands. You can get it here www.reelefhw.com
Perhaps I missed it, but how long is your coax feedline between the balun and your rig? I've always deployed these types of slopers with the balun end on the ground (or lower than the far end, anyhow) with the feedline run on the ground. I've ordered a chalk line reel and a spool of braided copper fishing line and will be building a similar setup. My plan is to connect the the balun to the uninsulated wire using a stout alligator clip right at the exit of the reel, making length adjustments very easy.
