The world of ham radio is constantly evolving, with new technologies and trends emerging all the time. Here are some hints and kinks to keep you up to date:
Not always, but in a pinch, stranded 18-gauge wire soaked in flux outperforms no wick at all. Keep a 6" piece pre-fluxed in a tiny ziplock bag in your go-kit.
"New- Hints and Kinks for the Radio Amateur" is a classic series of reference books published by the , designed to provide practical, crowd-sourced solutions for amateur radio enthusiasts. Originating as a monthly column in QST magazine, the series has served for over 90 years as a compendium of ingenious "tricks of the trade" from the global ham radio community. Historical Significance and Evolution
Do you have a kink to share? Send it to your club newsletter or post it on QRZ—that’s how our tradition stays alive.
