I think that a Ham Stick in a vertical setup with removable radials would be 
Fast, Easy and Low cost.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Michael Ryan" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Monday, November 12, 2012 9:12 AM
Subject: Need an idea for a cheap portable antenna


> Hi all:
>
> I need an idea for a cheap portable antenna that could get me on the air, 
> 40/10M, tying me over until I can get the more expensive system I tested 
> this weekend.
> We attempted to raise my tower this morning, we had discovered that the 
> tower is severely compromised beyond a safe repair job. In affect, my 
> tower of 10 years is done for. Not to mention that my youngest Sister 
> wants to renovate and move into our parents basement, taking my shack for 
> her bedroom. So I'm now pinning my hopes on my Land Lord and Lady allowing 
> me a portable outside antenna.
>
> 73:
> Mike VO1AX
>
> Sent from my iPhone