Choosing the Right Transformer for an EFHW Antenna: Why I Switch to a 64:1 for this Unique Antenna

There are no shortage of options for End-Fed Half-Waves (EFHW). After some testing, I switched one of mine to a 64:1 from Reliance Antennas and took it out to test during a Parks on the Air (POTA) activation on July 1, 2026 at Rush Oak Openings (US-5283) in WNY. I ran 10W FT8 with the ICOM 705 on 30m and used the POTA20 mast with the "Murder Spike" from ‪@DudeTested‬. The new 64:1 EFHW Bugout is now available from Reliance Antennas at https://www.relianceantennas.com/prod... Save 15% on the 56:1 EFHW Bugout including wire with promo code N2MAK561 https://www.relianceantennas.com/prod... Save 10% on everything else from Reliance Antennas with promo code N2MAK https://www.relianceantennas.com/ The POTA20 Mast Spike Kit is available at https://www.etsy.com/listing/18257584... Become a channel member to get early access to videos, members-only content, and more -    / @miken2mak   Links to support my channel and/or get discounts: My merch - https://miken2mak.myspreadshop.com/ Amazon affiliate gear - https://www.amazon.com/shop/miken2mak Radioddity - https://www.radioddity.com/?ref=n2mak (Save $15 off $65 or more with code: N2MAK) Reliance Antennas - https://www.relianceantennas.com (Save 10% with coupon code N2MAK) Quirky QRP - https://quirkyqrphamradios.etsy.com/?... (Save $5 off any purchase of $50 or more with coupon code: N2MAKQUIRKY) TOADs Digital Interface & More - https://temporarilyoffline.com/N2MAK Smiley Antenna - https://www.smileyantenna.com (Save 10% with promo code N2MAK10) W0AEZ - https://w0aez.com?sca_ref=11447161.Jk... (Get free shipping--up to $12 max in shipping costs--with promo code N2MAK)