WA3WSK Bead-wire antenna questions

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WA3WSK Bead-wire antenna questions

Paul Huff-3
I am not one of those hearty souls that participates in FYBO, but spring is
just around the corner and my "cabin fever" thoughts are drifting to visions
of portable operations with my KX-1 (40, 30, 15 m with internal ATU).  Over
the past couple of years I have used a variety of antennas.  Everything has
worked, but I'm still searching for the "holy grail" that will maximize
portability, convenience, and performance.  I recently came across the
WA3WSJ Bead-Wire antenna and would like to hear from anyone that has tried
variations of this antenna.  Some of my specific questions are.

What is this wire like to work with?  Strong?  Light?  Does it kink or
tangle easily?

What are the different radiator lengths that people have tried?

WA3WSJ uses 3 equal-length counterpoise wires.  Has anyone tried
counterpoise lengths cut to specific bands?

Any other comments or ideas?

Thanks in advance for your help.

73
Paul - N8XMS


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