[OMIK] Sometimes the Bands Surprise Us

tommy at k6ye.com tommy at k6ye.com
Thu Jul 30 15:07:35 EDT 2026


Lloyd,

Thanks for the article.

Semper Fi,

Tommy - K6YE
DX IS and CW RULES



On 2026-07-29 16:30, Lloyd Mitchell KO4L via OMIK wrote:
> NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Skywave) radio propagation. We look a
> propagation through out the day, year, and solar cycle and which bands 
> may
> be appropriate during those times. Antenna type and configuration is
> essential to successful NVIS operation.
> 
> We also take a deeper look at how different antennas perform for NVIS
> operation and the optimal way to set them up. While NVIS is often
> misunderstood it has been in use for over 100 years in one form or 
> another.
> 
> It provides the radio operator with an irreplaceable tool kit to
> communicate over any terrain and get the message through without any
> additional infrastructure.
> 
> *https://youtu.be/kqamTx8ImYU?si=3f5EymngQchkp69g
> <https://youtu.be/kqamTx8ImYU?si=3f5EymngQchkp69g>*


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