One of the problems is that a lot of hams think that once they get their license they become an expert know it all. Sixty years of being licensed has taught me that I do not know it all and that I never will. It's a hobby, chill out and have fun.
I used to ragchew witth a group of guys and shortly after the FCC dropped the code requirement, a no code Extra joined the group. Several of the Generals started giviing him a hard time for not learning code. After a couple minutes, I asked the new Extra to QSY to the Extra portion of the band. My message to him was, QSY to (whatever frequency), they won’t bother you, necause these idiotys aren’t allowed there.
I dutifully learned to code on my own, even though it wasn’t a requirement anymore. Started with Morse Whisperer at 5/10WPM. Then pushed myself along to 10/20WPM. 5mins 2 or 3 times a day. Learned enough to get on the air and had a few shaky QSOs but I did it. That was when I decided I probably should get my license reinstated
All radio gear is packable!? When I was in the army I had some radio gear I had to pack, it didn't fit in my pack and took four people to carry all the pieces ( in addition to our 65 lb plus packs ).
I first experienced the "no-code" prejudice when my wife and I were brand new shiny hams and full of happiness! We were checking into a local 2m net when an OLD SAD HAM began berating "Stupid No code techs" Explaining that he, in his infinite superior knowledge, could build a radio with a "Model A Coil". He REALLY did not like when I asked him how many Model A coils he had in his parts bin! Hopefully this attitude is passing out of the hobby.
70 years young here! How the hell do these sad oldsters think that we got out of the stone age? Man is inquisative and in a timespan 150 years we have gone from horse back to the realms of outer space!
My favorite comment for the "no code complainers" is to ask what frequencies are their plug-in crystals for their AM rig, or have they switched to that new thing called SSB with a VFO. :)
I do think Icom needs to make a competitor to the Yaesu FT-891. Same form factor, use the same Icom menu system as all their other radios, throw in an internal sound card, maybe even a small spectrum scope and/or waterfall if they can fit it in. Do that and they’d absolute slay that market.
What you describe is a Yaesu 991, more or less... Form factor is way different and the 991 has a million more features, but it is a portable etc. I agree, I'd love to see an 891+ with everything you mention but I doubt they will do it.
I laughed all the way through your video. Please do it again. Starting the day with a good belly wrenching laugh is truly the way to go. But you forgot one comment (I am sure you thought it): these folks can vote. Now that’s scary.
Oh man. I read a comment from a guy who was going off on no code extras as though knowing cw somehow imparted this magical ability to know all the possible ins and outs of every aspect of ham radio. I wanted to call a waaaaaambulance so bad.
I’m an “old guy” by any measure….live where no-code did for ham radio, enjoy FT8 and other digital modes, absolutely LOVED trying thee 2 could back to back…can’t wait to see what else develop…ham radio must evolve or die. Not all us old guys are sad hams 😂
Unfortunately, Mike, you can't make everyone happy with you great videos. Fortunately, you can highlight and make fun of the sad hams that leave these gems in your comments. Thanks for sharing another round of mean comments with us.
14:35 Up to some point, I understood that guy. Only a few shack-in-the-box radios are left on the market. I'm happy that 7100 is still going well. I would like to see a 7100 form factor radio upgraded to modern standards like a waterfall and a fully functional USB interface (cat+audio) while keeping that two-part form with a slanted screen, all bands, and all modes.
In the world of ham radio, there's a guy named Mike, K8MRD's his handle, he reviews radios alike. On TH-cam, he shares his thoughts, the good and the bad, But sometimes, oh sometimes, things get a tad bit mad. For when Mike speaks his mind, he's met with some strife, From those who disagree, stirring up some life. They'll contradict, they'll jest, they'll poke and they'll pry, But Mike K8MRD ain't one to let those comments fly. He'll stand his ground, with wit and with sass, And when it comes to insults, he's ready to surpass. He'll call them all dummies, with a chuckle and grin, For in the realm of ham radio, he's sure to win. So here's to Mike K8MRD, with his reviews so grand, Navigating the airwaves with a mighty hand. Though faced with criticism, he'll never be deterred, For in the world of ham radio, he's truly the nerd!
Hi Mike Wonderful. Compulsive viewing for first thing in the morning. What a way to start the day! I loved the voices and impressions of those sad hams. More like this please......please.....please!!!!!
Right after I passed by Extra exam one person told me I went from a "code-less clueless Tech to a code-less clueless Extra." I pretty much ignore him when he throws his call out on the local repeater now. Like you it isn't my fault they removed the code requirement years before I even thought about getting my Technician license. The stacking of two Wolf River coils and the fast end-fed deployment are experimenting with antennas, which is part of ham radio. Last year when one of my Elmers came over to help me install a used 2m/70cm base antenna that I bought for $40 at a local hamfest we couldn't adjust it long enough to make it resonant on 2 meters. Turns out it was missing the top section. I pulled a campfire roasting fork out of my garage, cut the handle off, and shoved it into the antenna. Before we secured the fork to the antenna we tested it to see if it worked. The swr came out to less than 1.5:1 on 2 meter and it was completely flat on 70cm. As we were securing the tuning fork to the antenna I looked at my Elmer and said "well part of ham radio is experimenting with antennas." Several of the guys in my club still talk about how amazing it was that I thought to try the roasting fork. In fact one of the guys in my club has his own TH-cam channel, N8VOX, and he came over to my house to do an interview of how I got into ham radio and talk about my tuning fork antenna.
I love it comparing the ID-50 to the ID-52 when the ID50 was brought out for those who wanted an update to there ID-51's. By the way thank you for your review on it.
I am a Yes Code Extra, heck, I was a YES CODE TECH too, and I have never seen any kind of problem with someone who was licensed after the RULE CHANGES. It isn't like they asked to be a NO CODE EXTRA, It is simply the rules. So, Blame Uncle Charlie, not the operator.
Inexpensive off-brand HT's not only make great flashlights, paper weights, and sirens. They will win you a QSL from the FCC congratulating you for spurious emissions.
Just watched your video, Mean Comments, I just had to laugh with you. Forest Gump said it best, “stupid is as stupid dose”. I think your comments are right on point. Keep up the good work. Love your videos. The reviews you make are very valuable to me, so I can spend my money on quality equipment and skip the junk. Thanks, and have a great day. Keep the videos coming.
"If it ain't in the bible, it ain't gon' be!" Made me spit hot tea across my keyboard. Absolutely cracked me up. I bet he's the type to go walking to find the edge of the world to prove the earth is flat.
Wow, that was hilarious! Regarding the "Icom 705 100w version" bit - I've pressed my ancient Icom IC-706 (not even a MKII or MKIIG, a vanilla 706) into use as a cracking FT8 rig with a SignaLink USB box. Works a treat. As a side note, I don't run it at 100W on FT8 - I'm British but not 100% stupid - but I do occasionally run it at 100W SSB. Lol. Keep the funny stuff going please - it brightened an otherwise rainy and miserable morning up no end 😂
Quite entertaining.. fun 2 watch (but my only radios are G90 and X6100 and together made 19,934 QSOs with dem dar Chinese radios..over 3 years... (2/3 with the X6100 on original firmware 1.16 ..ok with Chinese tuners and 70-90w external amp and my LFP batts...) Seems to work for me.. just providing data.. no emotions.. Pota On! (and to think 1/2 of those ere on EFHW80-10... but then I learned about of ham-stick.. and now.. Ahhhh quick and easy..in..out..off to next park.. fun hobby)-KD2PWB
As a UK viewer, I have to say your channel is ace. The content, humour and presentation is balanced with great topics and tips for better operating. Keep up the great work....
I'm a no-code Extra and proud of it! That being said, I did learn code after the fact because I wanted to use the mode. And I think the point of the 100 watt 705 was meant in form factor, like someone else commented, to compete with the 891. I have a 705 that rarely sees use for POTA (unless I'm spending more time at an activation to do CW/SSB/FT8, which rarely happens because life is busy and I'll take what I can get on an activation) and more recently have been doing CW on one of my KX2's and then hopping in my jeep to do SSB on my 891. I'll start on CW, make my activation and go until I get close to 15 contacts before switching over to SSB. I tried to find a way that made sense to use the 705 with an amp in my jeep just because I prefer the interface. And you could argue "why not just put a 7300 in the jeep?" which is also fair. I tried it in my F-150 and it's just a big radio to try and squeeze into not just the F-150, but the jeep as well. But I do wish Icom would come out with something 705 sized that does 100 watts. But I totally agree with you on the ID-52 vs ID-50. If I didn't already have a 52, I'd have just bought the ID-50 for use at home on my hotspot. Sure I could sell it and get the ID-50, but I already have it so why bother right?
I love that Mike does this. It really does a good job of pointing out why we're having trouble attracting young people into this hobby. Mike is covering about 1/1,000,000th of this kind of behavior out there. I could give him enough material to create 10 videos each day. Keep up the good work, Mike! de WA9PIE
I am a sad ham but I'm not typical. I'm sad because the way the weather fronts are timed, 7/10 times this winter the fronts are timed badly. Rain usually happens on Saturdays and sometimes Sunday. I live on the east coast.
I am SO GLAD I'm not a "Sad Ham". BTW, I am a 5 WPM coded Extra and I only did the code test so that I could upgrade to Tech Plus. Barely passed by the skin of my teeth. Then they dropped the code a few short years later. I personally could not care any less about code whether you have it or not, you're still a ham, period!
Your Radiodity comment struck me. I would hope these entities would accept your criticism and focus on doing the hobby a solid by fixing those flaws. Pettiness has no place in ham radio.
Oh wow, that is some hot topics today. Thanks Mike for getting it out there. I actually had to laugh out loud a few times today. Lets hope next Monday fairs a bit better LOL
To be fair, the 7300 doesn't do 2m or 70cm... That said, another radio Icom makes; the IC-7100, has HF, VHF, & UHF capabilities. Since the 7100 doesn't have a pretty color screen, or some of the other niceties of the 705, I'd say that dude's comment was somewhat warranted.
The guy that just dumped on my Mobile Setup video is looking to get an IC-705 as his first mobile radio. I don't even think he's licensed yet. So, an IC-705 may even be his FIRST radio. I'm sure it's a fine radio, but also a gateway to frustration in a mobile setup, especially as a first radio, I think. HAHA! If he's unlicensed, does that make him a "Sad Spam?" I think ham tastes better! 😛-Scott
Mike even in Alaska you have followers. Definitely this is the best video that you have made that really tell the true about those snowflakes who doesn't want to learn from Hams like you who Worke hard to show us how and what to do in various scenarios where by only experimenting you can find the answer for a specific question. Thank for the job well done, please keep it up and never stop been you.
Mike I was having a rough day fighting with my portable PC until I watches this. Thanks for taking my mind off it, that helped me figure it out. 73 de W8MJL
Jesus Christ! Can we just stop with the “No Code Extra” thing. No Extra Class operator licensed in the last SEVENTEEN YEARS (including myself) has had to pass a code test. ITS TIME TO MOVE ON! LET IT GO! Please don’t make us wait until you die off to stop being referred to as “No Code” Extras.
With the few videos I have, even i get "misunderstandings". I would like a 50 to 100 watt shack in the box version of the 705. With today's technology could be smaller or similar size the ft891. I've hiked the 891 portable, not much room left for other than radio gear. I will likely get a 705 for sota and portable work. They all have their place.
My problem with 100 watt radios like the ft891 is the large battery needed for a long activation. The good thing is that you can turn the tx power down
I get a kick out of these videos! But in all technicality the 7300 isn’t a 100 watt version of the 705. The 7300 doesn’t have VHF/UHF nor D-Star over HF.
I actually had that happen, when Windows decided to jumble up the computers audio I/O. WSJT-X was using the laptop microphone for audio input and it actually decoded the very low volume output of the rigs speaker!
One of the problems is that a lot of hams think that once they get their license they become an expert know it all. Sixty years of being licensed has taught me that I do not know it all and that I never will. It's a hobby, chill out and have fun.
I used to ragchew witth a group of guys and shortly after the FCC dropped the code requirement, a no code Extra joined the group. Several of the Generals started giviing him a hard time for not learning code. After a couple minutes, I asked the new Extra to QSY to the Extra portion of the band. My message to him was, QSY to (whatever frequency), they won’t bother you, necause these idiotys aren’t allowed there.
I dutifully learned to code on my own, even though it wasn’t a requirement anymore. Started with Morse Whisperer at 5/10WPM. Then pushed myself along to 10/20WPM. 5mins 2 or 3 times a day. Learned enough to get on the air and had a few shaky QSOs but I did it.
That was when I decided I probably should get my license reinstated
All radio gear is packable!? When I was in the army I had some radio gear I had to pack, it didn't fit in my pack and took four people to carry all the pieces ( in addition to our 65 lb plus packs ).
I first experienced the "no-code" prejudice when my wife and I were brand new shiny hams and full of happiness! We were checking into a local 2m net when an OLD SAD HAM began berating "Stupid No code techs" Explaining that he, in his infinite superior knowledge, could build a radio with a "Model A Coil". He REALLY did not like when I asked him how many Model A coils he had in his parts bin! Hopefully this attitude is passing out of the hobby.
70 years young here! How the hell do these sad oldsters think that we got out of the stone age? Man is inquisative and in a timespan 150 years we have gone from horse back to the realms of outer space!
My favorite comment for the "no code complainers" is to ask what frequencies are their plug-in crystals for their AM rig, or have they switched to that new thing called SSB with a VFO. :)
Shouldn’t have watched this while eating pretzels… choking hazard while laughing 😂
Thank you for making me drop my cigar twice while laughing with you
Mike, It is obvious that the fatal flaw in your Baofeng review was that you never gave it a participation trophy!
More like Baofeng didn't send him a bunch of expensive free stuff, so he didn't give his "unbiased review".
Just smile and wave, smile and wave..73 Fred
I do think Icom needs to make a competitor to the Yaesu FT-891. Same form factor, use the same Icom menu system as all their other radios, throw in an internal sound card, maybe even a small spectrum scope and/or waterfall if they can fit it in. Do that and they’d absolute slay that market.
What you describe is a Yaesu 991, more or less... Form factor is way different and the 991 has a million more features, but it is a portable etc. I agree, I'd love to see an 891+ with everything you mention but I doubt they will do it.
Your new vanity callsign - K4PRS - is callin your name!
I laughed all the way through your video. Please do it again. Starting the day with a good belly wrenching laugh is truly the way to go. But you forgot one comment (I am sure you thought it): these folks can vote. Now that’s scary.
Oh man. I read a comment from a guy who was going off on no code extras as though knowing cw somehow imparted this magical ability to know all the possible ins and outs of every aspect of ham radio. I wanted to call a waaaaaambulance so bad.
I’m an “old guy” by any measure….live where no-code did for ham radio,
enjoy FT8 and other digital modes, absolutely LOVED trying thee 2 could back to back…can’t wait to see what else develop…ham radio must evolve or die. Not all us old guys are sad hams 😂
Mike, the dead do not know they're dead. It's the living that feels the pain, it's the same with stupid.
" That's the way it was...... and we liked it!" 🤣🤣 Great reference!!!
Wish I were stupid so I could get on the show. Oh well, guess I will wallow in my intelligence.
The "No Code" attitude drives younger generations away from amateur radio.
I dont code yet , still too rusty but im teaching what i can.
Great hobby! And great hilarious videos
Don't lump this old guy in with "the snot" 🤣🤣
Unfortunately, Mike, you can't make everyone happy with you great videos. Fortunately, you can highlight and make fun of the sad hams that leave these gems in your comments. Thanks for sharing another round of mean comments with us.
14:35 Up to some point, I understood that guy. Only a few shack-in-the-box radios are left on the market. I'm happy that 7100 is still going well. I would like to see a 7100 form factor radio upgraded to modern standards like a waterfall and a fully functional USB interface (cat+audio) while keeping that two-part form with a slanted screen, all bands, and all modes.
In the world of ham radio, there's a guy named Mike,
K8MRD's his handle, he reviews radios alike.
On TH-cam, he shares his thoughts, the good and the bad,
But sometimes, oh sometimes, things get a tad bit mad.
For when Mike speaks his mind, he's met with some strife,
From those who disagree, stirring up some life.
They'll contradict, they'll jest, they'll poke and they'll pry,
But Mike K8MRD ain't one to let those comments fly.
He'll stand his ground, with wit and with sass,
And when it comes to insults, he's ready to surpass.
He'll call them all dummies, with a chuckle and grin,
For in the realm of ham radio, he's sure to win.
So here's to Mike K8MRD, with his reviews so grand,
Navigating the airwaves with a mighty hand.
Though faced with criticism, he'll never be deterred,
For in the world of ham radio, he's truly the nerd!
Sorry Mike, you're prohibited from logging all those contacts with that antenna on POTA because your antenna wasn't authorized to work!
Hi Mike Wonderful. Compulsive viewing for first thing in the morning. What a way to start the day! I loved the voices and impressions of those sad hams. More like this please......please.....please!!!!!
Right after I passed by Extra exam one person told me I went from a "code-less clueless Tech to a code-less clueless Extra." I pretty much ignore him when he throws his call out on the local repeater now. Like you it isn't my fault they removed the code requirement years before I even thought about getting my Technician license. The stacking of two Wolf River coils and the fast end-fed deployment are experimenting with antennas, which is part of ham radio. Last year when one of my Elmers came over to help me install a used 2m/70cm base antenna that I bought for $40 at a local hamfest we couldn't adjust it long enough to make it resonant on 2 meters. Turns out it was missing the top section. I pulled a campfire roasting fork out of my garage, cut the handle off, and shoved it into the antenna. Before we secured the fork to the antenna we tested it to see if it worked. The swr came out to less than 1.5:1 on 2 meter and it was completely flat on 70cm. As we were securing the tuning fork to the antenna I looked at my Elmer and said "well part of ham radio is experimenting with antennas." Several of the guys in my club still talk about how amazing it was that I thought to try the roasting fork. In fact one of the guys in my club has his own TH-cam channel, N8VOX, and he came over to my house to do an interview of how I got into ham radio and talk about my tuning fork antenna.
Dude, well done. love your humor. with a good dash of sarcasm. perfect.
love your comment roastings man, they are hilarious 😂
I love it comparing the ID-50 to the ID-52 when the ID50 was brought out for those who wanted an update to there ID-51's. By the way thank you for your review on it.
Mike, you should know by now that "Common Sense" is now a super power!!!
It's not often that a video actually makes me laugh out loud. This one did. Thanks!
I am a Yes Code Extra, heck, I was a YES CODE TECH too, and I have never seen any kind of problem with someone who was licensed after the RULE CHANGES. It isn't like they asked to be a NO CODE EXTRA, It is simply the rules. So, Blame Uncle Charlie, not the operator.
Inexpensive off-brand HT's not only make great flashlights, paper weights, and sirens. They will win you a QSL from the FCC congratulating you for spurious emissions.
This is by far your best video ever!
Just watched your video, Mean Comments, I just had to laugh with you. Forest Gump said it best, “stupid is as stupid dose”. I think your comments are right on point. Keep up the good work. Love your videos. The reviews you make are very valuable to me, so I can spend my money on quality equipment and skip the junk. Thanks, and have a great day. Keep the videos coming.
"If it ain't in the bible, it ain't gon' be!"
Made me spit hot tea across my keyboard.
Absolutely cracked me up.
I bet he's the type to go walking to find the edge of the world to prove the earth is flat.
Reminds me of Gunsmoke episode, where backwoods family could not read, but was SURE lynching was a biblical commandment.
N8SOT whines about “no-code” extras. Yet, proceeds to only make contact with TX5S via FT8 with a slew of antennas and a Rohn Tower. Good job clown!
“Some people.” 😂
You’re a champion. Love your videos! - KF0QNM
Wow, that was hilarious! Regarding the "Icom 705 100w version" bit - I've pressed my ancient Icom IC-706 (not even a MKII or MKIIG, a vanilla 706) into use as a cracking FT8 rig with a SignaLink USB box. Works a treat. As a side note, I don't run it at 100W on FT8 - I'm British but not 100% stupid - but I do occasionally run it at 100W SSB. Lol. Keep the funny stuff going please - it brightened an otherwise rainy and miserable morning up no end 😂
Quite entertaining.. fun 2 watch (but my only radios are G90 and X6100 and together made 19,934 QSOs with dem dar Chinese radios..over 3 years... (2/3 with the X6100 on original firmware 1.16 ..ok with Chinese tuners and 70-90w external amp and my LFP batts...) Seems to work for me.. just providing data.. no emotions.. Pota On! (and to think 1/2 of those ere on EFHW80-10... but then I learned about of ham-stick.. and now.. Ahhhh quick and easy..in..out..off to next park.. fun hobby)-KD2PWB
As a UK viewer, I have to say your channel is ace. The content, humour and presentation is balanced with great topics and tips for better operating. Keep up the great work....
Wow, thank you!
Love your Sad Ham stuff. Keep it up. !!
......I shouldn't drink coffee while watching your videos - I almost spit it all over the keyboard because I was laughing🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
There are a lot of miserable people in this world. And unfortunately they have a keyboard and internet access.
Very true
go whine to someone who cares.
@@xephael3485 who’s whining?
@@N2YTA you about miserable people... must be a boomer
@@xephael3485 and you must be a miserable person.
Keep up the good work Mike. Love the videos especially calling out the bad pota ops. About time someone had the nads to do it. Great job Phil KQ9E
Thank you for giving us all a laugh, Mike. I'll be a no code extra in a few weeks. Lol
I'm a no-code Extra and proud of it! That being said, I did learn code after the fact because I wanted to use the mode. And I think the point of the 100 watt 705 was meant in form factor, like someone else commented, to compete with the 891.
I have a 705 that rarely sees use for POTA (unless I'm spending more time at an activation to do CW/SSB/FT8, which rarely happens because life is busy and I'll take what I can get on an activation) and more recently have been doing CW on one of my KX2's and then hopping in my jeep to do SSB on my 891. I'll start on CW, make my activation and go until I get close to 15 contacts before switching over to SSB.
I tried to find a way that made sense to use the 705 with an amp in my jeep just because I prefer the interface. And you could argue "why not just put a 7300 in the jeep?" which is also fair. I tried it in my F-150 and it's just a big radio to try and squeeze into not just the F-150, but the jeep as well. But I do wish Icom would come out with something 705 sized that does 100 watts.
But I totally agree with you on the ID-52 vs ID-50. If I didn't already have a 52, I'd have just bought the ID-50 for use at home on my hotspot. Sure I could sell it and get the ID-50, but I already have it so why bother right?
You are having fun doing those videos. I laughed a lot at this one.
If we lived closer I'd have a beer with you man this was a good video.
Mike, these are always great. The last comment really had me laughing. As you were reading it, I was thinking, "ummm..7300". People are dumb.
You guys missed the point. He was wanting an updated 7100. Similar to a Yaesu 991A
Yes a 100 watt version of an all mode HF /VHF/Uhf radio
I love that Mike does this. It really does a good job of pointing out why we're having trouble attracting young people into this hobby. Mike is covering about 1/1,000,000th of this kind of behavior out there. I could give him enough material to create 10 videos each day. Keep up the good work, Mike! de WA9PIE
Great energy in this video. I'm sorry those miserable people had to bring their toxicity into your comments section.
Keep doing you Mike. Great channel, and asset to the ham community.
I am a sad ham but I'm not typical. I'm sad because the way the weather fronts are timed, 7/10 times this winter the fronts are timed badly. Rain usually happens on Saturdays and sometimes Sunday. I live on the east coast.
An OG here. I have a question: “The band is just fantastic, that is really what I think. Oh, by the way, which ones Pink?”
What? you can't connect your radio to your computer via osmosis? heavens!
I am SO GLAD I'm not a "Sad Ham". BTW, I am a 5 WPM coded Extra and I only did the code test so that I could upgrade to Tech Plus. Barely passed by the skin of my teeth. Then they dropped the code a few short years later. I personally could not care any less about code whether you have it or not, you're still a ham, period!
Thanks for making my night.
I stand by ALL your views. Thank you
Found this entertaining and just getting started. The comments did make me scratch my head and Im a noob.
You sure are right buddy. Stupid can't be fix, but it sure is funny to watch.
Thanks for not calling me an idiot. Now I know what not to say! 😆
Hahaha. You're killing me. This is hilarious.
The fact you’re from Michigan aside, I appreciate every video you’ve done!
Go bucks!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘
I should delete this senseless comment lol!
@@hamradiotubethere you go being a sad ham 😂😂😂😂
Your Radiodity comment struck me. I would hope these entities would accept your criticism and focus on doing the hobby a solid by fixing those flaws. Pettiness has no place in ham radio.
Oh wow, that is some hot topics today. Thanks Mike for getting it out there. I actually had to laugh out loud a few times today. Lets hope next Monday fairs a bit better LOL
To be fair, the 7300 doesn't do 2m or 70cm... That said, another radio Icom makes; the IC-7100, has HF, VHF, & UHF capabilities. Since the 7100 doesn't have a pretty color screen, or some of the other niceties of the 705, I'd say that dude's comment was somewhat warranted.
Now imagine a 100 watt all band 705 that did APRS!
@@hamradiotubeSome people are drooling at just the thought!
You and Randy, honest review's . Both take a lot of flack. Subscribed!
Thanks for the sub!
The guy that just dumped on my Mobile Setup video is looking to get an IC-705 as his first mobile radio. I don't even think he's licensed yet. So, an IC-705 may even be his FIRST radio. I'm sure it's a fine radio, but also a gateway to frustration in a mobile setup, especially as a first radio, I think. HAHA! If he's unlicensed, does that make him a "Sad Spam?" I think ham tastes better! 😛-Scott
Manqueen......your cracking up on that one had me on the floor. Full of biasissssssss. So funny.
Hilarious and spot on. Even funnier that you crack yourself up! 🤣🤣
To funny. Keep smiling and doing your own thing. Your videos are great.
Mike even in Alaska you have followers. Definitely this is the best video that you have made that really tell the true about those snowflakes who doesn't want to learn from Hams like you who Worke hard to show us how and what to do in various scenarios where by only experimenting you can find the answer for a specific question. Thank for the job well done, please keep it up and never stop been you.
Best show ever!! Keep knocking the sad hams! 🤣
Mike I was having a rough day fighting with my portable PC until I watches this. Thanks for taking my mind off it, that helped me figure it out. 73 de W8MJL
Mike your only mistake was thinking common sense is common.
Something tells me I'm glad 'manqueen' didn't post an avatar photo!
yeah well, "Common sense is so rare it should be considered a super power." (Aimed at the FT8 complaint)
Get on the subject of antennas and you'll hear some doozies.
He is a macgyver, one of 5108.
Jesus Christ! Can we just stop with the “No Code Extra” thing. No Extra Class operator licensed in the last SEVENTEEN YEARS (including myself) has had to pass a code test. ITS TIME TO MOVE ON! LET IT GO! Please don’t make us wait until you die off to stop being referred to as “No Code” Extras.
dude these videos are hilarious
With the few videos I have, even i get "misunderstandings".
I would like a 50 to 100 watt shack in the box version of the 705. With today's technology could be smaller or similar size the ft891. I've hiked the 891 portable, not much room left for other than radio gear.
I will likely get a 705 for sota and portable work. They all have their place.
My problem with 100 watt radios like the ft891 is the large battery needed for a long activation. The good thing is that you can turn the tx power down
I get a kick out of these videos! But in all technicality the 7300 isn’t a 100 watt version of the 705. The 7300 doesn’t have VHF/UHF nor D-Star over HF.
Man the guy complaining about "not following the amateur radio code of conduct" has obviously never been on an amateur radio forum, or repeater lol
But, I bet he participates in all the contests, where the code of conduct flies right out the window...
How do you get your computer to talk to your radio? Hold the mic up to the speakers...... 🤪🤪🤪
I actually had that happen, when Windows decided to jumble up the computers audio I/O. WSJT-X was using the laptop microphone for audio input and it actually decoded the very low volume output of the rigs speaker!
trying to figure out what to say to be featured on the next one - i want my name in lights!
Had me in tears. Great video 73’s John GM0MST
Time Code 10:33 - Nailed it! "Things Change".
Take the high road. The jealous ones can’t walk your walk.
Your animation in this video alone was Worth the watch. Lol
Thx for a whole comedy hour condensed to 15 min 😂
Now imagine if these were normal citizens and not somewhat intelligent ham radio people. It would be far worse.
Everything changes. Amateurs need to move forward
Just smile and grin.
QRN is a part of nature and physics. QRM is just special. 73 and ham harder, KF0NNQ.
So the sad ham complaining about the 'good quality' radio managed to order a 10 pack and found one out of the bunch without spurious emissions!
I always thought I am the only sad Sack / angry HAM in the World. Looks like I got Competition and I need to HAM harder from now on.... 😂😂😂
Icom could have come out with a vhf/uhf thats about the same size as the 7300 too I guess
I'm listening to this video while in the gym... You've got me laughing like a moron listening to the "Man Queen" bit 🤣