Gary Hawkins wrote
Thanks so much everyone for the input on the AlexLoop and other similar antennas working with the KX3. I've decided to try the loop and also build the EARCHI.org 6-40 wire antenna for when a sloper support can easily be erected when going SOTA. The loop, KX3 and Sidekicks end panels and plexiglass cover are all on order. After nearly twenty-years of not switching on a radio I'm looking forward to starting again. Again, appreciate all the input to this and my earlier posts - great forum.
Gary you should check out and join the North American SOTA forum:
http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/nasota/conversations/topicsSearch "Alex Loop" there and you'll find this has been discussed extensively by active SOTA operators. My take on it is:
1. It's probably among the most convenient and fastest setup antenna available.
2. It doesn't work as well as full sized antennas such as doublets, linked dipoles, EFHWs, etc.
3. It's performance on 40m may be marginal but OK for local contacts. Performance is better as you go higher in frequency.
IMHO the strongest and most consistent signal from the West Coast is from NA6MG (currently has 1436 Activator points and #3 overall in North America). Dan uses a linked dipole supported by a 28' fiberglass mast (Jackite).
73, Bill W4ZV
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