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K1LDS
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Rating: 2/5
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Jan 2, 2007 22:15
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Great idea, well constructed, but the design has too many flaws. No way to secure the radio inside, needs an internal frame and external antenna mount, if needs REAL shoulder straps, the bottom compartment is a pain to get into.
I got mine for $30, and figure it will cost me another $30 in modifications to make it suitable for use.
Keith K1LDS
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K8YS
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Rating: 4/5
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Jun 18, 2002 13:51
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nice, but could be better
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I ordered the World Pack II just prior to the Hamvention 2002. When it arrived, I was impressed by the construction and the lay out of the case. Everything fits nicely and it does protect the radio and LDG Z-11 tuner. There is enough room in the bottom compartment to fit two 4Ah 12v gel-cells. The compartment top has two holes to allow connections to easily go between the main compartment and the bottom.
After more experiance with the carry case, I discovered a couple short falls.
The list of improvements that I would make would be to put "D Rings" on both sides and maybe the top. This would allow easier attachment to a pack frame or another back pack.
I would include a velcro closed flap in the side to allow easier access to the microphone connections.
I would include a velcro closed flap at the bottom of the main compartment to bring out the antenna connections.
And I would provide removable shoulder straps.
PowerPort put pouches on both sides of the WorldPack II, and one side pouch even has an access hole to bring coax out, but you need to route the coax to the radio thru the zippered lower compartment.
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