you could put the radials where ever you like, as long as they don't cross 
each other at any point.
Ultimately you want them going straight out in a concentric pattern from the 
base of the antenna, but this isn't always possible in limited space, so 
just stick them where you can and don't cross them.
The dipole or twin ham stick idea is good, but you really would have to get 
it a ways up off the ground for that to be effective...a ham stick in the 
vertical orientation will work quite well close to the ground.

73
Colin, V A6BKX
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From: "Michael Ryan" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Tuesday, November 13, 2012 2:19 PM
Subject: Fwd: Re_portable antenna


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>> From: Michael Ryan <[log in to unmask]>
>> Date: 13 November, 2012 5:45:02 PM NST
>> To: Michael Ryan <[log in to unmask]>
>> Subject: Re_portable antenna
>>
>> Hi Colin:
>>
>> I like the Ham stick idea, as they have a solid performing reputation. I 
>> also won't mind going out and swapping resonators for each band.
>> So here's our situation. I live in a basement apartment that has its own 
>> private entrance way and stairwell. I could mount the ham stick mount to 
>> the shelf that holds our portable BBQ and instruments.
>> The only prob would be the running and hiding of 3 or 4 radials that 
>> would allow me to go from 40/10M.
>> The stairwell is concrete with a wooden railing and stairs going up. 
>> Could I simply lay my radials around the stairwell.
>> The point is to put up a concealed system that won't offend the Land 
>> couple upstairs. LOL
>>
>> 73:
>>
>> Mike DE VO1AX
>>