KX2 Travel Case for Portable Operation

[Richard Thorne-4]

I've seen a few neat ideas on how to carry/use a KX2 in the field.

I just picked up a very nice KX2 (Thanks WB5XX) that I plan on using for
SOTA op's.  It came with the SideKX end panels and the protective
plastic cover.

I was on a SOTA trip with WG0AT last September and he had a very nice
tin that the KX2 fit in.  It wasn't much bigger than the KX2. I've also
run across the nice pelican case style setups.  While the pelican case
will definitely protect the KX2 it seems like a bulky solution while hiking.

When I activated a couple SOTA"s last summer I took my KX3 with the side
panels/cover.  I just wrapped it with a towel and stuck it in my back
pack.  While it worked I didn't think it was the best solution.

What are others doing?

Rich - N5ZC
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Rich,

 

I happen to like the Lowe Pro small case (CS40) that they offer from Elecraft.  I do quite a bit of SOTA and travel with my KX2, and I’ve found that it does very well.  It holds a power cord, USB cord, extra KX2 internal battery, paddle, microphone, and an extra antenna adapter (and the radio!).  It’s kinda fat when filled up, but works like a champ.  I take that case and slide it into my backpack and I’m off and running.  

 

I’m a huge Pelican case fan (my wife informed me of this “condition”), but I still like the Lowe Pro case for the KX2 (mine also has the SideKX panels and cover that you’re talking about).  

 

If you want ideas on Pelican cases, let me know…I have a case for just the KXPA100 and a case that holds a KX3, PX3, and KXPA100…I can give you those details/pictures if you need them.

 

-Brad Butler

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I've seen a few neat ideas on how to carry/use a KX2 in the field.

I just picked up a very nice KX2 (Thanks WB5XX) that I plan on using for
SOTA op's.  It came with the SideKX end panels and the protective
plastic cover.

I was on a SOTA trip with WG0AT last September and he had a very nice
tin that the KX2 fit in.  It wasn't much bigger than the KX2. I've also
run across the nice pelican case style setups.  While the pelican case
will definitely protect the KX2 it seems like a bulky solution while hiking..

When I activated a couple SOTA"s last summer I took my KX3 with the side
panels/cover.  I just wrapped it with a towel and stuck it in my back
pack.  While it worked I didn't think it was the best solution.

What are others doing?

Rich - N5ZC

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[Mark Goldberg]

I got a Sigg Aluminum Survival Kit Box to fit my KX3 and a few extra items
to make up my go kit. The one I got is no longer available from where I got
it, but try searching "Sigg Aluminum Survival Kit Box" and maybe you will
find one that is the size you want.

73,

Mark
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>
> I've seen a few neat ideas on how to carry/use a KX2 in the field.
>
> I just picked up a very nice KX2 (Thanks WB5XX) that I plan on using for
> SOTA op's.  It came with the SideKX end panels and the protective
> plastic cover.
>
> I was on a SOTA trip with WG0AT last September and he had a very nice
> tin that the KX2 fit in.  It wasn't much bigger than the KX2. I've also
> run across the nice pelican case style setups.  While the pelican case
> will definitely protect the KX2 it seems like a bulky solution while
> hiking..
>
> When I activated a couple SOTA"s last summer I took my KX3 with the side
> panels/cover.  I just wrapped it with a towel and stuck it in my back
> pack.  While it worked I didn't think it was the best solution.
>
> What are others doing?
>
> Rich - N5ZC
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Rich

I found a very nice, light but rugged pouch on Amazon that has some nice features, including spots for a couple of Packtenna minis and accessories.
It’s not overly padded but rather intended to slip into your main rucksack and not dig into you like a pelican.
Video here:
https://youtu.be/ZDBurkE308I

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On Feb 7, 2018, at 16:27, Richard Thorne <[hidden email]> wrote:

I've seen a few neat ideas on how to carry/use a KX2 in the field.

I just picked up a very nice KX2 (Thanks WB5XX) that I plan on using for SOTA op's.  It came with the SideKX end panels and the protective plastic cover.

I was on a SOTA trip with WG0AT last September and he had a very nice tin that the KX2 fit in.  It wasn't much bigger than the KX2. I've also run across the nice pelican case style setups.  While the pelican case will definitely protect the KX2 it seems like a bulky solution while hiking.

When I activated a couple SOTA"s last summer I took my KX3 with the side panels/cover.  I just wrapped it with a towel and stuck it in my back pack.  While it worked I didn't think it was the best solution.

What are others doing?

Rich - N5ZC
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[Richard Thorne-4]

Thanks for all the great ideas on case's and back packs.  Now to sift
through them and make a decision.

73,

Rich - N5ZC

On 2/7/2018 3:27 PM, Richard Thorne wrote:

> I've seen a few neat ideas on how to carry/use a KX2 in the field.
>
> I just picked up a very nice KX2 (Thanks WB5XX) that I plan on using
> for SOTA op's.  It came with the SideKX end panels and the protective
> plastic cover.
>
> I was on a SOTA trip with WG0AT last September and he had a very nice
> tin that the KX2 fit in.  It wasn't much bigger than the KX2. I've
> also run across the nice pelican case style setups.  While the pelican
> case will definitely protect the KX2 it seems like a bulky solution
> while hiking.
>
> When I activated a couple SOTA"s last summer I took my KX3 with the
> side panels/cover.  I just wrapped it with a towel and stuck it in my
> back pack.  While it worked I didn't think it was the best solution.
>
> What are others doing?
>
> Rich - N5ZC

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