We’re excited to announce that HamLike.com is also open to GMRS operators with valid FCC-issued callsigns!

Our goal has always been to build a fun, welcoming space where radio enthusiasts can share knowledge, stories, and gear tips. By inviting GMRS users to join the conversation, we hope to create a bridge for anyone curious about amateur radio to eventually take that next step and earn their ham license.

If you're a GMRS user, come on in — share your setup, ask questions, or just hang out with fellow radio nerds. And if you've been thinking about getting your ham ticket, this

Time to let the real stars of the shack shine!
Got a dog that guards your gear? A cat that naps on your HF rig? A parrot that squawks CQ?

Post a picture of your pet posing with your ham radio setup — handhelds, base stations, antennas, anything goes! Bonus

Whether you're out hiking, commuting, or just monitoring repeaters from the garage, what's the HT (handheld transceiver) you always have within arm’s reach?

• - Is it rugged and reliable?
• - Lightweight and simple?
• - Loaded with digital modes?
• - Just sentimental?

Post a quick photo or tell us what you carry and why it’s your go-to. Even better if you show it in the wild! Clipped to your pack, running APRS on the dash, or keeping you company on the trail.

Let’s compare gear and maybe get some new ideas!

# 🏕️ **Ham Radio Field Day: The Super Bowl of Amateur Radio**

Once a year, ham radio operators across North America grab their gear, pitch tents, and fire up their radios for one of the most exciting events in the hobby: **Field Day**.

Whether you’re a new Technician or a lifelong Extra, **ARRL Field Day** is your chance to test your skills, show off your setup, and connect with fellow operators. It's also a great opportunity to help your club earn points and introduce the magic of amateur

_ source: https://www.arrl.org/question-pools _

2022-2026 Technician Class Question Pool:

2023-2027 General Class Question Pool

📰 Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2479 for Friday, May 2nd, 2025
_source: https://www.arnewsline.org_📰

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📰Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2480 for Friday, May 9th, 2025

_source: https://www.arnewsline.org_

Running some digital modes mobile from the truck today!
Using my Yaesu FT-891 with Armoloq rails, and mounted on top is the Digirig DR891, solid little setup for portable digital ops.

Works great for FT8, WinLink, JS8Call while on the move. Anyone else running digital while

Video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJcHi30OtTi/?igsh=ajNwa255dHgyY3hh

This link was shared to me by KO6CPN, thank you!

### Link: https://www.md0mdi.im/ddrr-an-antenna-for-small-spaces/

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Vote below and tell us why in the comments!

Hey everyone,

I’ve been working on some logo designs for HamLike.com and ended up with 5 different versions. I’m not totally sold on any one of them yet, so I figured I’d ask for your input.

Take a look at the logos below (they’ll be numbered 1–5) and let me know what you think.

• - Which one feels right for the site?
• - Which one doesn’t work?
• - Would you change anything?
• - Or if none of them feel like the right fit and you’ve got a better idea — I’d love to hear it.

This site is about community, so it makes sense to let the community

I think that you are making headway in trying to bring the San Diego Amateur Radio Operators together. Keep it up.

Hey everyone, exciting news! SDHam.org has officially rebranded to HamLike.com, and rolled out some awesome new features!

The biggest addition? Thumbs-up voting is now live!
If you see a post you like, whether it’s helpful, insightful, funny, or just plain cool, give it a thumbs up. The more upvotes something gets, the higher it moves on the homepage. That means you now control what content gets seen, no algorithms, just real ham operators boosting real content.

Along with the name change, I’ve updated our About page to better reflect our mission: to be a community-powered repository of knowledge for all HAM radio

I'm reaching out to see if anyone in the community might be able to help me out. After installing a solar system at my house, I started experiencing major RFI issues across the HF bands. It's bad enough that I can barely operate on any HF frequencies anymore.

I've already tried installing ferrite beads on various cables and lines connected to the system, but unfortunately, it hasn't made much of a difference. The interference is still there, and it's really frustrating not being able to enjoy the bands like I used to.

If anyone has

Did a quick test of the GRA-7350T on 20 meters. Setup was straightforward, and an antenna analyzer was definitely useful for quicker tuning. So far, getting good performance. Curious if anyone else is running this and what bands you've tried.

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# **arcOS: A Simple Way to Get on Digital Ham Radio**

If you’ve ever wanted to try digital ham radio but found the setup confusing, **arcOS** might be exactly what you need.

Special thanks to KG4VDK for

Running a Meshtastic device? Let’s see what you’ve got! Whether it’s a simple handheld, a mobile rig in your truck, or some DIY setup with wires everywhere, we want to check it out.

Meshtastic is growing fast, and San Diego’s network is getting stronger. Sharing our setups helps everyone expand coverage, troubleshoot issues, and swap ideas.

What to Share
📸 A pic of your setup
⚙️ What gear you’re running (radio, antenna, power setup, etc.)
🗺️ How you're using it—mobile, home node, emergency backup, off-grid comms?
💡 Any mods, custom enclosures, or cool