Category Archives: SOTA

VK port-a-log launched

After working on it off and on for the past 8 months I am pleased to have finally released VK port-a-log. VK port-a-log is an Android logging app for phones and tablets, primarily for logging contacts in the field. It … Continue reading

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VK3/VT-010 Talbot Peak activation

Today Glenn, VK3YY, and Kevin, VK3KAB, again activated VK3/VT-010 Mt Talbot. Glenn and I been here together before in 2013 and 2014 where we encountered snow. Today we also had snow although the temperature was a bit warmer than previous … Continue reading

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VK3ZPF portable logger – update

I am getting closer and closer to re-releasing my Android logging app. See http://vk3zpf.com/vk-port-a-log for latest info.

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Reactivation of VK3/VC-037

Whilst in the area planning for an upcoming hike with the local Venturer Unit I revisited the un-named SOTA summit VK3/VC-037. Last time I was here I ran my FT450D to test the capability of  my 8.4 Ah LiFePO4 battery. … Continue reading

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VK3ZPF portable logger – update

So it’s been nearly four months since my last update and, to be honest, my logger has not been making the progress I wanted. I’ve been struggling with two issues; Finding time away from work and family to work on … Continue reading

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