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Advice on getting back into the hobby? (lemmy.radio)

submitted 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) by early_riser@lemmy.radio to c/amateur_radio@lemmy.radio

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It seems my interest in ham radio was the result of ADHD hyperfixation that ended after a few years. I primarily played with CW and digital on HF, and satellites on VHF+. My interest petered out some time in 2023, and I want to get back in but can't find something that both captures my interest and doesn't require more purchases.

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[–] AlchemicalAgent@mander.xyz 2 points 2 weeks ago

I'm trying to get back into HAM after 30 years out of it. Starting with meshtastic let's me play around without spending a lot on hardware, and before I get my license back.

There are great prebuilt nodes for under $50, and as low as $20 if you build your own from parts.