Ham Radio 2.0

If you missed Hamvention completely, Jason, KM4ACK, and I did a complete walk-through of the inside commercial vendor areas.
All of the coupons and deals that I mentioned in the video are here:
QRP Store - https://theqrpstore.com/
REZ Antennas at DXE - https://dxengineering.pxf.io/zzb2J0
Ham Boutique Desk Pad - https://hamboutique.com/
Signal Stuff Antennas - https://signalstuff.com/?ref=3200
Lido Mount - https://www.lidoradio.com?sca_ref=8142341.UNuajLya179
Gigaparts - use code KC5HWB for double points
VHQHEXbeams - https://www.vhqhex.com/
Digirig - https://digirig.net/p/1/
Specfive - https://specfive.com?sca_ref=7246271.KyGRZJaXNbi7N5P
Rokland - https://store.rokland.com/?ref=ajzrmhfe

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In this video, we break down the misleading claims from "When Facts Hurt Feelings - The GMRS vs. Ham Reality Check" and set the record straight on GMRS vs Amateur Radio for real-world preparedness. From exaggerated FCC data interpretations and family licensing myths to emergency response realities (including Hurricane Helene), we examine the evidence, technical limitations, and why ham radio's capabilities, range, power, digital modes, and global reach remain unmatched for serious EmComm.

✅ What you'll learn: The actual strengths and weaknesses of GMRS for families and local use Why ham radio's licensing, frequency access, and infrastructure provide superior options in disasters Fact vs. hype: repeater access, power limits, interoperability, and public safety parallels Balanced view: When GMRS makes sense alongside ham radio (not instead of it)

Today's video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - if you want to LEARN about how radio works, use JASON20 for a 20% discount at this link - https://geni.us/830iXi5

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Many of us had the opportunity to get a first look at the ICOM ID-5200 at Hamvention of 2026. #id5200 #icom #hamvention

Further Info - https://www.livefromthehamshack.tv/blog/a-modern-refresh-for-a-classic-form-factor/

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Ham Radio Happy Hour

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Discover 44Net Connect — the simplest and fastest way to get a public 44Net IP address and join the worldwide amateur radio digital network (AMPRNet) using modern WireGuard tunnels.

In this video, we break down everything you need to know about 44Net Connect: What is 44Net (Network 44 / AMPRNet) and why it matters for hams How 44Net Connect works with secure WireGuard tunnels over the internet Step-by-step setup: Create your account, generate config, connect devices (Raspberry Pi, laptops, routers, cloud servers) Get your own public 44Net IP — perfect for remote stations, self-hosted services, experiments, and more Differences between 44Net Connect, IPIP Mesh, and BGP routing Real-world use cases for ham radio operators

Whether you're new to AMPRNet or looking for an easier way to participate without complex BGP setups, 44Net Connect makes it "Click, Click, Connected."

Perfect for licensed amateur radio operators interested in digital modes, packet radio, mesh networking, remote access, and experimental IP networking over ham radio.

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