Since this sort of thing has been discussed here before, I'm including some
info about an e-group called "HFpack" that generally covers HF Portable &
backpacking operation:
"Portable and Handheld HF Transceivers and Antenna systems for
backpack operation. Walking and portable operation of HF SSB /
CW / Data systems in the field. HF Handhelds. Battery and
alternative energy operation of HF systems for amateur,
commercial, marine, and other systems. Miniaturization and use of
Manpacks, Personpacks, HFpacks, solar charging, lightweight
power supplies, ergonomic designs for backpack radios, mounting
systems for whip antennas, compact antenna tuning and loading
devices, tape antennas, collapsible antennas, handsets, controllers,
headsets, microphones, earphones, keyers, paddles. Low current
consumption techniques for transmit and receive. Portable RF
Amplifiers and maximizing effectiveness of low RF power output
transmitters.
etc."
73---Bonnie KQ6XA
