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Reviews For: Radiowavz G5RV Lite

Category: Antennas: HF: Verticals; Wire; Loop

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Review Summary For : Radiowavz G5RV Lite
Reviews: 23MSRP: 41.00
Description:
80-10 meter shortened G5RV using coils
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.radiowavz.com
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KB3JGU Rating: 2007-03-26
AWESOME ANTENNA! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Radiowavz has really done it with this dipole. To boot, the customer service is great too, so don't be afraid to ask questions, they will get back to you! I currently have this in a VERY unoptimal setup, only 8 feet above the ground strung across my backyard.

I've been shocked (and so has many others) with my success. While a signal won't obviously get out on 80, I've had QSOs on 40 during the day into NC on a 58, and into FL, although not as clearly. On 20, this antenna has been able to easily work daytime DX into Eastern Europe (although its closeness to the ground I believe makes it difficult for me to hit western europe as well) as well as several carribean prefixes.

Was even able to get into Argentina with a little patience. This is a solid performer. I can't wait to get this up another 10 or so feet -- I'm nothing but pleased with how its done!
KG6PHS Rating: 2007-03-14
Great value, holds up well Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
After using this antenna for almost a year, I wanted to update my review.

The G5RV Lite works quite well, and has stood up well to the winds and rain. The construction is excellent.

This 67 foot antenna works fairly well even on 75/80 meters, if you have a good tuner. It fits in my small city lot, hung at 34 feet as an inverted vee. Great job Radiowavz!

Kit
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KC0WGB Rating: 2006-08-04
Great antenna for small spaces Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Many of our installations have space restrictions due either to other antennas or existing structures. This antenna fills the need to be able to operate out restricted spaces. We used this antenna during several exercises and SAR efforts that had those restrictions. It performed admirably. The support serves offered by Radio Wavz has been superb.

Joe
KC0WGB
Director of Emergency Services, North Central Region, Civil Air Patrol