Portable antenna & mast
CommunicationA packable antenna and support that dramatically extends radio range.
- Approx. cost
- $25–$200
- Weight
- 1–6 lb
- Used in
- 2 kits
Purpose
Get the antenna up and clear — the single biggest boost to range.
Used in kits
- Storm Chasing Support Kit
Home Emergency
- Ham Radio Field Day Kit
Electronics & Radio
Alternatives
- Rubber-duck antenna— Convenient; a fraction of the performance of a raised wire.
Maintenance notes
- Check connectors and coax ends; carry cord to guy the mast.
Buying considerations
- Height and clearance matter more than antenna exotica.
- A wire antenna and throw line pack tiny for field days.
⚠️ Safety notes
- Never raise a mast or wire near power lines — contact is deadly.
Page history & editing
Revision status: approved Last edited 2026-07-01 by human editor