The Slidewinder DX from M1ECC Antennas

The Slidewinder DX from M1ECC Antennas has garnered quite a bit of praise for its performance, especially among ham radio enthusiasts who value portable, easy-to-deploy antenna systems. Designed for HF operation, typically covering bands from 40m to 10m, it’s a favorite for its versatility and efficiency in various settings—whether you’re out in the field, on a backpacking trip, or setting up a stealth antenna at home. Users often highlight its ability to deliver solid signal reception and transmission, even at low power levels like 5-10 watts, with reports of making contacts across Europe, the US, and even as far as Australia from locations in the UK.

The coil design, featuring a stainless steel tuning slider, makes it straightforward to adjust for resonance without needing an external tuner, which is a big plus for quick setups. Pair it with a military whip or multi-section vertical, and you’ve got a rugged, compact system that punches above its weight—some have noted successful QSOs (contacts) over thousands of miles with minimal power. The build quality gets consistent nods too, with high-grade materials like 316 marine-grade stainless steel wire ensuring durability and reliability.

That said, Power handling tops out at 100W SSB, 100W CW, and 25W digital, which suits QRP (low-power) operators perfectly for portable ops like POTA, SOTA, or Bunkers on the Air, it’s hard to argue with the results people are getting, Have you tried it out yourself, What’s your setup like?