Building a Cheap and Rigid 6m Moxon Antenna

This article details the construction of a 6-meter Moxon antenna, designed to be both inexpensive and rigid. The author, 4L/G8BAG, shares his personal history with VHF/UHF bands, including the evolution of UK amateur radio licensing from 'B' to 'A' class, which granted access to 6m. He recounts his renewed interest in the 'magic band' after experiencing long-distance contacts with low power using a Yaesu FT-690 RII and later an FT-736R. The article emphasizes the effectiveness of 6m during sporadic E propagation, which enables contacts up to 2,500 km for single-hop and 10,000 km for multiple-hop propagation. It targets amateur radio operators interested in DIY antenna projects for the 6-meter band, particularly those seeking a robust and cost-effective solution. The author began sourcing materials from local DIY stores, specifically mentioning yellow gas pipe as a potential component.