I haven't used one myself but a friend of mine has one and loves it. H e
can't say enough nice things about it. 

-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Colin McDonald
Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2006 5:25 PM
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Subject: hex beam

has anyone used a hex beam?
Any thoughts or ideas about it?
I am drawn towards the hex beam design because of its small turning radius
as well as the fact that it can easily be mounted on an unguyed small
diameter mast.  It mounts from the center hub so it has equal weight
distribution and very little wind loading.
As well, it can be turned with a small cheap TV antenna rotater.
The gain figures are pretty substantial as well and it can be designed to
work on up to 5 bands.
73
Colin, V A6BKX