Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
If you’re into ham radio gear, off-grid communication, and the latest in DIY RF tech, this one’s for you. Welcome to my Hamcation 2026 haul video! I’m breaking down everything I picked up at Hamcation — one of the biggest amateur radio conventions in the world, including Meshtastic devices, coax cable, antennas, plus an awesome loaner radio setup that I’ll be testing soon.
👉 In this video you’ll see:• Unboxing and first look at Meshtastic hardware — perfect for off-grid messaging, mesh networking, and ham radio experimentation• Different types of coax cable I grabbed (RG-316) and what I’ll be using them for• HF, VHF & UHF antennas — from portable backpack antennas to base station builds• A loaner radio rig I got at the show — details, specs, and plans for on-air testing• Tips for what’s worth buying at Hamcation and what to look for next year
🎧 Whether you’re a seasoned amateur radio operator (ham), a Meshtastic enthusiast, or just curious about setting up your first antenna system, this video will give you ideas, gear insights, and ham radio gear recommendations.
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🔹Did you just get a raspberry pi and want to hook it up to your radio? Start here youtu.be/E1SEgPFQk4M
Want your Linux computer to play nice with your ham radio? Are you into digital modes like FT8, JS8Call, FLDIGI, Winlink, APRS, Digipeaters and others? Each week I put out new content showing you exactly what steps to take to get the latest ham radio software on your computer. Whether you just want to ragchew or are seriously into emergency preparedness, emcomm, or ARES and want to learn all you can about using Linux to drive your ham radio, this channel has something for you. Be sure to click the subscribe button and ring the bell before heading off. That way you will get notified of all future videos.
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If you’re into ham radio gear, off-grid communication, and the latest in DIY RF tech, this one’s for you. Welcome to my Hamcation 2026 haul video! I’m breaking down everything I picked up at Hamcation — one of the biggest amateur radio conventions in the world, including Meshtastic devices, coax cable, antennas, plus an awesome loaner radio setup that I’ll be testing soon.
👉 In this video you’ll see:• Unboxing and first look at Meshtastic hardware — perfect for off-grid messaging, mesh networking, and ham radio experimentation• Different types of coax cable I grabbed (RG-316) and what I’ll be using them for• HF, VHF & UHF antennas — from portable backpack antennas to base station builds• A loaner radio rig I got at the show — details, specs, and plans for on-air testing• Tips for what’s worth buying at Hamcation and what to look for next year
🎧 Whether you’re a seasoned amateur radio operator (ham), a Meshtastic enthusiast, or just curious about setting up your first antenna system, this video will give you ideas, gear insights, and ham radio gear recommendations.
🔹My Favorite Gear - amazon.com/shop/km4ack
🔹Weekly Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/40da1fe472e3/km4acknewsletter
🔹Follow Me
Twitter @km4ack
🔹Cool Ham Gear - km4ack.com
🔹Support the channel through Patreon - patreon.com/km4ack
🔹Did you just get a raspberry pi and want to hook it up to your radio? Start here youtu.be/E1SEgPFQk4M
Want your Linux computer to play nice with your ham radio? Are you into digital modes like FT8, JS8Call, FLDIGI, Winlink, APRS, Digipeaters and others? Each week I put out new content showing you exactly what steps to take to get the latest ham radio software on your computer. Whether you just want to ragchew or are seriously into emergency preparedness, emcomm, or ARES and want to learn all you can about using Linux to drive your ham radio, this channel has something for you. Be sure to click the subscribe button and ring the bell before heading off. That way you will get notified of all future videos.
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