Posts about Summits on the Air (SOTA), an amateur radio program that combines hiking with portable radio operation from mountain summits. Explore activation reports, equipment setups, operating tips, and experiences from the hills.
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An unforgettable SOTA activation at Le Grand Ballon (FL/VO-001) in France, featuring my first summit-to-summit contact on 144MHz FM, breathtaking Vosges mountain views, and an overnight stay among fellow camper van adventurers.
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A rewarding hike to Le Donon (FL/VO-023) in France, complete with a SOTA activation using FT8 mode. 11 contacts, multiple bands, and a blazing hot ascent made for a memorable portable ops adventure.