I passed my Technician's exam today, so I should be a fully licensed ham radio operator in a few days.
Now I need to start looking for some gear. Initially I'll just be looking to learn, but eventually I want to figure out a setup that I can easily pack (and possibly use?) on my bike.
@SamUpstate I have no idea of this is good gear or a good price, but it is local
https://albany.craigslist.org/ele/d/wynantskill-portable-ham-radio-reduced/7913220886.html
@SamUpstate However, I don't think I'd recommend it as a first rig for 2 main reasons:
1) as a technician, you have fairly limited access to the HF bands, especially if you don't know CW.
2) QRP operations can be a bit of an art, especially as they get more difficult with the decline of the solar cycle
I would personally start out with a 2m/440 handheld (HT) to get onto your local repeaters. Then, study for your general license, as you look into used HF rigs
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