Shock Cord Masts

(available in 2 sizes)

We love using this mast in the field with both the Buddistick and Buddipole antennas. The mast goes together like a tent pole and each section is 'keyed' to lock it into place and prevent twisting. We use a super heavy duty shockcord that is replaceable with the use of a hex wrench (provided).

Setting up the mast with no supports available is easy using guy lines. Our guying kit is perfect for this task.

Dimensions for the short mast are 13" (33 centimeters) when collapsed and approximately 8 feet (2.4 meters) tall when extended. The SC Mast fits into the Buddistick or Mini-Buddipole portfolio bags along with all the antenna parts.

We also have a long version that collapses to 23" (580cm) and extends to nearly 11' (3.3 meters) in length. This version is the same length as our standard Buddipole antenna.

Included is one large stretch velcro strap which can be used as strain relief or to secure the mast to a railing or fence post. Also included is a ballistic cloth bag to protect the mast.

Wire Assembly

These wire assemblies are used for multiple purposes, including use as a wire counterpoise for our vertical antennas, as well as wire off the ends of our coils for the NVIS setups  The linewinders that we use are custom made out of black nylon with a fiberglass fill. These are very strong and lightweight.

Each wire assembly comes with 32' of insulated wire. At the end of the wire is a ring terminal. Also included is our new "counterpoise wire adapter", or "CWA", which connects to the side of the Versatee or the end of the standard coil when using the NVIS setups. The CWA allows for easy tool-free removal in the field.

We also have a longer version wire assembly which is used for our "Low Band Vertical" setups. The total length is 66'.