Hi,

I truly apologize for not acknowledging your post, and the others.

First, let me say that I sincerely appreciate all the help, the replies, and
certainly the time everyone took
to help me out. I am truly appreciative.

Usually, I always send a "thank you" to everyone, on any Group, that has
taken the trouble to help me.
Frankly, I've kind of been waiting for the thread to "bottom-out" as well as
being able to read the replies, before doing so.

The problem is I'm in my 70's now, and can't always use the PC as often as I
like.
Or, read all the answers as often as I would like.

Hard to believe how these years catch up with you, and some of the
limitations it apparently brings.

However, I still want to learn, and antenna theory is one area (among many)
that I am particularly weak in.

So, please give me a while to read, and more important, digest, all the
info. provided.
Will certainly look seriously into the various antennas suggested.

Again, thank you all very, very much.

Bob

No problem Bob !! I think that the antenna from Arrow is very reasonably
priced for what it is, and the company has a very good reputation. This
antenna would be quite directional. I have used a similar ham antenna in
the 2 meter (146 mhz) band, and it has very very good gain, and is quite
directional.

As others have said, height is the most important thing. But, if you can't
do that, then I think the next best thing is the yagi antenna.

Good luck !!


73 de Jim K4PYT