Ask Michael, KB9VBR: How long of a coax cable is too long

Published at : 23 Dec 2025

A viewer asks: what is a good length of coaxial cable for portable activities. He heard 50 feet was good while others say you should use 100 feet of cable. Dave and Michael talk about coax and what they feel the perfect length of cable is.

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