Hi Guys (& Gals!):
I've been a member of this list almost from the start, and have been
reading the comments about the Outbacker & Outreach. I have had this
combination as my "portable - take anywhere" system since they first
came out. I have used it at our Radio Club's Field Day site for
several years first for the 6-Meter VHF station and then for the HF
Digital station. I even operated a 1B station one year with it. I
am not an '817 owner YET(Think I'll wait for the -D model!), but have
operated some QRP on it. I LOVE THIS ANTENNA!! Although you
probably wouldn't want to go take it hiking, it would work great for
a weekend trip to the beach, or to the park, etc. I put Hustler
Quick-Disconnects on mine, so I can also use my Perth-Plus for 6/2
meters. Yes, it is a little on the expensive side, but a well-made
quality product that will perform and will last. 'Nuff said...
73 de N4ZCG
