A community of ham radio operators in Co. Kildare and sourrounding areas
Buying your first ham radio is exciting, but it can also be confusing. There are handheld radios, mobile radios, base stations, HF rigs, digital radios, antennas, power supplies, cables, microphones…
If you are new to amateur radio, one of the first terms you will hear is repeater. Repeaters are an important part of VHF and UHF radio communication, especially for…
Radio has always had a special place in Irish life. Long before smartphones, broadband and social media, radio was how people heard the news, followed sport, listened to music, learned…
For many amateur radio operators, one of the most enjoyable parts of the hobby is taking radio equipment outdoors. A field day is an opportunity to leave the shack, set…
In a world of smartphones, instant messaging, video calls and social media, it is fair to ask: why would anyone still be interested in amateur radio? The answer is simple.…
When most people think about emergency communication, they think of mobile phones, internet messaging, social media or emergency service radio systems. These technologies are essential, but they all depend on…
Amateur radio, often called ham radio, is one of the most rewarding technical hobbies in the world. It allows people to communicate locally, nationally and internationally using radio equipment, antennas…