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Chris Colclough G1VDP

@chrisg1vdp

Radio Amateur, aircraft geek, and keen amateur photographer. Born and bred Yorkshire man now living in Kent and working for Icom UK. Real ale drinker, so if you want to buy me a drink mines a dark beer…

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Just been sent this, made me titter…

10.03.2026 13:28 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Two technologies, one handset, zero communication issues.

The IP510H combines LTE & Wi-Fi, automatically switching to the best signal for continuous communication in challenging environments.

Follow this link to learn more: icomuk.co.uk/News_Article...

#Icom #TwoWayRadio #HybridRadio #LTE #WiFi

10.03.2026 11:43 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Standard for all radio hams, dinner down their shirt/tie/jumper. 😂😂😂

10.03.2026 07:37 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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How many of you would do this? Priorities in life…

10.03.2026 06:27 👍 6 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Tonights earworm...

09.03.2026 20:49 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 3 📌 0

It doesn’t have to be clear, if you can decode them they will decode you.

09.03.2026 06:25 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Small tip. Use F/H in WSJT-X, call around 2735 to 2950hz. Got them every time in that area.

08.03.2026 22:36 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

For those chasing 3Y0K here are the frequencies at this time for the next few hours (11:30).

28359 SSB,
28090 FT8,
24898 CW,
21022 CW,
18095 FT8,
24911 FT8

08.03.2026 11:37 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Well done mate.

08.03.2026 07:31 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
Club Log: Expedition Charts - 3Y0K

Sorry I gave wrong info, but it will work. Look on here later today.

clublog.org/charts/?c=3Y0K

07.03.2026 08:16 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
OQRS Service

Message Charles in the morning, look at his OQRS and send a busted call. They may have sent the RR73 and you not received it. That happened to me on Sunday and when he rxed the logs the QSO was good.

www.m0oxo.com/oqrs/logsear...

06.03.2026 21:50 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

😂😂😂

06.03.2026 10:35 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

I would be turning the gun on her…

06.03.2026 10:22 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 2 📌 0

😂😂😂 It has been done intentionally for just such comments. 😂😂😂😂

06.03.2026 09:24 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Currently on Bouvet...

06.03.2026 07:48 👍 5 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Our Amateur Radio specialist Chris Colclough (G1VDP) has been busy visiting our authorised dealers across the North of the UK.

A huge thanks to Moonraker, Radioworld and LamCo for their warm hospitality and ongoing commitment to the Amateur radio community!

#Icom #amateurradio #hamradio #B2B

05.03.2026 11:17 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0

Spent the last 2 days out on the road representing Icom and visiting the amateur radio dealers in the midlands and north. I also had the pleasure of Chester Radio club and Sheffield University radio club visits. I left the uni kids building a Rhombic for 70cm…

04.03.2026 19:45 👍 8 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Were exhibiting at BoatFest West & South next month!

Come say hello and discover how the latest in marine communication can keep you safe and connected on the water.

Better yet - tickets are FREE when you pre-register!

More info here: icomuk.co.uk/Expert-Advic...

#Icom #BoatFest2026 #MarineVHF

03.03.2026 10:45 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

An IC-7300 MkII, simple end fed antenna with a ground spike, a fibreglass pole and a leisure battery. What more do you need for a good day out in the sun with some fun on the radio. This will be me at some point.

02.03.2026 11:11 👍 6 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Will let you know

28.02.2026 15:36 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Should be easier now Gareth that the big guns have all worked them on every band slot. It will also be the 3Y0K guys who will take the heat off too.

28.02.2026 15:14 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Cracking album. Just had the Starsky and Hutch theme. Love Acid Jazz on an evening after work to chill out to.

27.02.2026 18:21 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Ever wondered how the Icom IC-905 performs in the field?

Watch our review video with Bob McCreadie (G0FGX) of TX Films who took the VHF/UHF/SHF all-mode transceiver to the hilltops for an outdoor performance review.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yLn...

#Icom #AmaterRadio #HamRadio #FieldTesting

27.02.2026 11:06 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

I just bend over and look in a mirror to see mine...

27.02.2026 18:19 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
Whole Lotta Love
Whole Lotta Love YouTube video by The James Taylor Quartet - Topic

Following a recommendation from one of the chaps at work, he has great taste in music like myself, I have bought the James Taylor Quartet double CD Hammond-Ology. This track is a stand out for me. I had heard his stuff before but this is just spot on...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8X7...

26.02.2026 18:01 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Drill a hole just big enough for the Coax and fill with silicon at the outer and inner to seal it.

26.02.2026 17:52 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Sad to see the news yesterday about a true gentleman in our hobby. I am also happy to have called him a friend. RIP Lada.

26.02.2026 13:47 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Upgrade your team’s comms with the IC-F29SDR.

Commercial grade performance in a licence free package. Features crystal clear digital audio, IP67 waterproofing and a massive 1500mW speaker.

See the full features here: icomuk.co.uk/IC-F29SDR-Pr...

#Icom #PMR #Comms #BusinessTools

26.02.2026 11:19 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Handheld DSC radios offer an extra layer of safety and efficiency over standard VHF.

Our latest article explores these integrated features and how to use them for improved safety on the water.

Click here to read: icomuk.co.uk/Everything-y...

#Icom #DSC #VHF #boating #paddleboarding

25.02.2026 11:36 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

Absolutely cracking receiver. I borrow one from work to test it, listening to the Marine band and inbound aircraft to Sarf End and City airports. Buying my own for show season.

25.02.2026 13:39 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0