First Look at the GigaParts Explorer POTA20 Portable Mast!

Join us on an exciting #POTA (Parks on the Air) activation adventure at the stunning Red Rock Canyon, just a stone's throw from the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada! In this video, we test the brand-new GigaParts' Explorer #POTA20 portable handheld 20 ft telescopic carbon fiber mast, known for its lightweight design and impressive durability. Watch as we set up our portable ham radio station amidst the breathtaking red sandstone peaks and desert landscapes. Experience the thrill of contacting fellow amateur radio enthusiasts from this iconic location and witness the Explorer mast in action, delivering exceptional performance. Whether you're a seasoned operator or new to the hobby, this POTA activation at Red Rock Canyon promises inspiration, adventure, and a touch of natural beauty. Don't miss out on the captivating scenery and technical insights - hit that subscribe button and join us for this unforgettable radio journey! #hamradio #etsycreatorco
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[@GraymanPOTA]

Thanks for watching. If you have questions or comments, drop them below.

[@WJ6FRadio]

I was just in Vegas the past 2 weeks. No Ham stuff just looking for a house. There is an easy to get to POTS spot called Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort. I picked up one of those masts at Hamvention as well. They do make traveling easy.

[@GraymanPOTA]

I thought about the fort, but I wasn’t sure how they felt about flying antennas there with the historic nature of the joint. I will be back in August for another conference so I will be planning on hitting some more parks this time. I try to travel at least one day early to so I have some flexibility in my schedule.

[@alvarogaitan2529]

great video red rock congratulationes 73 from kb2uew

[@GigaPartsHuntsville]

I approve of this video!

[@Philip-KA4KOE]

Not bad. I'll wait for the taller one.

[@GraymanPOTA]

I am not sure if the 10 feet is going to make a big difference when you are running portable. I am planning on getting the other one too when it becomes available.

[@rickbaish7199]

Thanks Tim. Some great video.

[@GraymanPOTA]

I really enjoyed being out there. I will be back later this summer to hit some more parks.

[@ae4xo]

The ham radio adventure guy has a spike that helps when you need to put this in the ground

[@RicksHamShack]

"6 miles down the road"...Spring Mountain Ranch? Hope you avoided the heat, rattlers and mosquitos...

[@Philip-KA4KOE]

Not a bad price. I'll hold for the taller onem

[@gfodale]

8:09 Looks like someone's trying to manage SOTA with smoke signals on a point behind you. 🤪 Solid column though, so maybe the blanket burned....

[@GraymanPOTA]

I saw that after I had uploaded the video. If I was on the ball, I should have dropped the @SmokeSignalsRF logo up there. Thank you for watching 🌮🌮🌮

[@jessgypin-ko5ds]

21 foot crappie pole. $39.95

[@GraymanPOTA]

The 21’ crappie pole suffers the same issue that most carbon fiber poles do and that the first 3 or so sections are to thin to support even a light weight 26 awg wire without bending over. Plus they don’t normally compact down short enough to fit in a suitcase, 16” from end to end. You get to use all 20’ of this mast.

[@WilliamParmley]

@@GraymanPOTA I have a B'n'M Black Widow 20 foot crappie pole that I've used for antenna support for over 20 years. It's much heavier at the top than the stuff I've seen online recently. BUT... It's still four feet long when collapsed! My 7 meter Spiderbeam mast collapses shorter but is fairly heavy and is almost a foot longer than the POTA20. The POTA20 looks like the perfect solution (and mine shipped today!).