[OMIK] new ham experience with racism

[Richard Bell]

May I suggest the person contact Robert Evans, WW9W, who has been connected with Ham Radio Outlet located in Plano, TX. 

I’m a little perplexed about the issue the person is encountering unless they’re shopping on EBay or Amazon which I would not recommend for a new ham. .

73 W5BXE Richard 
(501) 258-5850 text/voice


> On Aug 1, 2026, at 6:06 PM, Lloyd Mitchell KO4L via OMIK <omik at mailman.qth.net> wrote:
> 
> Jesse without giving too much away which state are they located
> 
> Lloyd M Mitchell KO4L
> 
> 
>> On Sat, Aug 1, 2026, 5:48 PM Courtney Smith via OMIK <omik at mailman.qth.net>
>> wrote:
>> 
>> Any chance there is a friendly local club near her?  They may be able to
>> help her evaluate different gear and possibly have a member willing to loan
>> gear.  From there she can order online from a reputable dealer of her
>> choice.
>> 
>> 
>> 
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>> From: omik-bounces at mailman.qth.net <omik-bounces at mailman.qth.net> on
>> behalf of Jesse Alexander via OMIK <omik at mailman.qth.net>
>> Sent: Saturday, 01 August 2026 08:35:53
>> To: OMIK Amateur Radio Association <OMIK at mailman.qth.net>
>> Subject: [OMIK] new ham experience with racism
>> 
>> Hey folx
>> I've been chatting with a new ham who has been confronting racism and
>> sexism when attempting to purchase gear in person. What would y'all
>> recommend?
>> Of course, I've recommended that she join OMIK.  😉
>> 
>> I recall that OMIK has good relationships with some friendly amateur radio
>> suppliers.  What are those suppliers?
>> 
>> TNX ES 73,
>> Jesse Alexander, WB2IFS/3
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