I grew up around ham radio, but it wasn't until more recently that I finally got my license, KZ7U.

In 2007, I passed my Technical and General class license exams. Two years later, I upgraded to the top tier Amateur Extra class.

I usually monitor the 444.550 MHz or 444.700 MHz repeaters in Seattle.

My equipment includes:

• Yaesu VX-7R
• Kenwood TM-D710
• Comet GP-6 antenna
• Samlex America SEC 1235M power supply