Also in GB2RS this week…

| January 30, 2026

The next Tonight@8 webinar will be live tomorrow, 2 February, from 8pm via the RSGB’s YouTube channel and special BATC channel.

RSGB Propagation Studies Committee Chair Steve Nichols, G0KYA will be showing you how to use the Society’s free online HF propagation tools. He’ll explain how you can tailor your predictions to suit your particular station, including selecting the right mode, power, noise levels, antennas, and exact location.

If you can’t wait until tomorrow to hear from Steve, you can catch up on the presentation he delivered at the RSGB 2025 Convention. His lecture, ‘Was that solar cycle 25? What did we learn?’ is now available to watch in the RSGB 2025 Convention playlist at youtube.com/thersgb

Chris Flanagan, G7NRO is unfortunately no longer able to continue as RSGB QSL Bureau sub-manager for the G7 series, and the RSGB thanks him for the time he has given as an RSGB volunteer.

RSGB members with G7 callsigns who collect QSL cards should now send their self-addressed envelopes to Anthony Holles, G4AAV. You can find his details in the sub-manager list of the RSGB QSL Bureau web section at rsgb.org/qsl

The January 2026 edition of RadCom Basics is now available for RSGB members to read via the RSGB mobile and web app.

This edition includes articles on using a multimeter, advice on getting on the air, and the challenges that face radio amateurs who are new to the HF bands. RadCom Basics covers key aspects of amateur radio in a clear, accessible way, and is invaluable for those getting started in amateur radio or wanting to explore something new.

This is why the Society is delighted to have added to its collection of RadCom Basics back issues in the RSGB app where RSGB members can now enjoy editions dating back to May 2019. The publication takes you through topics ranging from working split frequency to building your own digital hotspot, and from using FT8 to taking part in a radio net.

With the RSGB mobile app you can download editions to enjoy offline. You can also browse RadCom Basics on the web via rsgb.org/radcom

And finally, a reminder that the next in the popular 145 Alive series will take place on Saturday, 7 February from 12pm to 3pm. The event will include the addition of 144MHz SSB stations with vertical polarisation. For more information visit the 145 Alive Facebook page.

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