Portable amateur radio has never been more popular. Whether you’re chasing DX from a mountain summit, activating parks for POTA, preparing for emergency communications or simply enjoying the freedom of
Updated 2026-05-01 FlexRadio has released SmartSDR v4.2.18, a significant upcoming update for SmartSDR+ and compatible FLEX radios. SmartSDR v4.2.18 introduces a major rework of DAX, updated Windows driver support, new SmartSDR+
Mac users of SmartSDR have been missing one of the nice visual touches recently added to SmartSDR for Windows: a classic analog-style meter. With the new SmartMTR for SmartSDR for
If your low-band results are limited by noise rather than receiver specs, a directional receive antenna can be one of the biggest upgrades you can make. The Aziloop DF-72 pairs
If you’re the kind of operator who enjoys doing more than voice QSOs, the VERO VR-N76 and VR-N7600 are a seriously capable combo. These radios sit at the intersection of
From 19–31 March 2026, the CY0S team will activate one of the most challenging and highly sought-after DXCC entities: Sable Island (CY0), Nova Scotia. This is not a typical “fly-in,
Pileup is pleased to announce that a selection of 4O3A high-performance amateur radio products is now available through PileupDX.com. Known worldwide for their contest-grade engineering and deep integration with the
A dedicated receive antenna can transform what you hear. Short active verticals (SAVs) are compact, broadband, and purpose-built for low noise. Compared to using your large transmit antenna on receive,
SmartSDR Basic™ and SmartSDR+™ v4.0.1 is a software and firmware release for Aurora, FLEX-8000, and FLEX-6000 series software defined radios (SDRs), and the Maestro™. This version supersedes all previous versions
Easter Egg: Chameleon Complete Kit Savings at the end of Article! Compare Chameleon’s complete systems—BV, PRV, NVIS, TDL, Tactical Dipole 2.0, MPAS 2.0, and MPAS Lite—so you can choose the
