📅 Last Updated: May 20, 2026 | Reviewed by Aaron (Owner & Designer)
The memories of the San Ramon Marriott buzzing with excited Ham Radio operators still inspire us today. In fact, our time at pacificon 2025 allowed us to connect with the community and demonstrate the sheer strength of our portable supports. Specifically, Hiroki Kato’s (AH6CY) seminar on homebrewing antennas highlighted how our 31-foot Jackite pole serves as the perfect backbone for high-performance wire arrays.
However, seeing the gear in person is what truly convinced the crowds. RVers who know your struggles design and build our gear. It delivers durability, ease of use, and fair pricing—unlike flimsy or overpriced alternatives. Furthermore, the custom mounts we debuted at pacificon 2025 continue to lead the market in stability and weather resistance for the 2026 season. Ultimately, we used that event to prove that your antenna is only as good as the mast supporting it. Relive the highlights and gear up with the field-tested solutions that dominated the show.
Find Your Field Day and POTA Solutions
We felt thrilled to return to the ARRL Pacific Division convention for another successful year. Specifically, visitors found us at Booth #27 in the Bishop Ranch Vendor Hall from October 10–12, 2025. Furthermore, we occupied a fantastic spot right next to the respected teams at Elecraft and Halibut Electronics. These collaborations at pacificon 2025 helped us showcase the heavy-duty gear required for serious portable operations.
At Hitched4fun.com, we live the portable operator’s lifestyle. We aren’t just resellers; we are RVers and hams who’ve spent countless hours in the field. Because of this, we understand that your focus should be on making contacts, not wrestling with your gear. We built our philosophy on the Memory Triangle™. For portable ops, this means you can enjoy the Presence of the moment. Ultimately, you get to experience the Connection of a perfect QSO, free from equipment stress.
Gear That Powers Your Passion: From Masts to Mounts
At our booth, you’ll get a hands-on look at the core components for your next build. We specialize in rugged and versatile Jackite pole systems and also have all the accessories you need.
- Rock-Solid Antenna Masts: These masts are lightweight yet incredibly strong. Consequently, they form the backbone of any serious portable setup.
- Hassle-Free Guying Kits: An RVer designed our tangle-free kits for other RVers. This ensures you can get your antenna stable and in the air in minutes, not hours.
- Versatile Antenna Mast Mounts: We have the hardware to secure your antenna wherever your adventure takes you, from vehicle mounts to standalone solutions.
This isn’t just about selling parts; instead, it’s about providing solutions. For example, we’ve seen operators build amazing things with our gear, like the portable 4-band delta loop antenna by Hiroki Kato, AH6CY. We’ll be happy to show you how you can use our masts for your next kit building project.
Why Hams Trust Hitched4fun.com
In a market full of options, we stand apart because we’re part of the community we serve. Our commitment comes from our own passion for enhancing the outdoor experience.
✅ From RVers to RVers: As RVers ourselves, we design and test our gear in real-world camping and operating conditions. ✅ Premium Quality: We offer durable gear built for off-grid life, with many products made right here in the USA. ✅ Hassle-Free Setup: We design our systems for easy installation so you can get on the air faster. ✅ Expert Support: Do you have a question? Text us. A real person with expert knowledge will help you out, 8 AM – 5 PM Pacific Time. No bots, just real experts. ✅ Community Leadership: We’re proud to be a trusted vendor at events like Quartzfest, Hamcation, and of course, Pacificon.
See You at the next Show!
The future of portable operating is about smarter and more reliable gear. Therefore, you should stop by our Booth at Pacificon 2026. You can discuss your next build, get pro tips, and see why so many enthusiasts trust Hitched4fun.com for their station components. We can’t wait to connect with you!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A great POTA/SOTA antenna is lightweight, durable, and efficient. Most importantly, it must be easy to deploy. The foundation starts with a strong portable antenna mast, like the Jackite poles we carry. You should also use a reliable guying kit to handle wind and uneven terrain.
Absolutely. We showcased our full range of portable antenna mast solutions and guying kits at Booth #27. Specifically, this gave visitors the opportunity to see, handle, and ask detailed questions about the gear in person. Ultimately, many operators used this hands-on time to select the perfect components for their 2026 portable stations.
An RVer with real-world experience designed our guying kits. They feature a unique, tangle-free winder system that makes setup and teardown incredibly fast. This is critical for rapid deployments during POTA activations or Field Day.
Building a portable delta loop is a fantastic project. You can start by reading about Gary (AH6CY)’s 4-Band Portable Delta Loop project. He uses the same Jackite masts we sell in his design. Read the full guide on our blog here.
In fact, we experienced a slight shipping pause during that weekend. As avid operators, we personally attended Pacificon 2025 to support the community and staff our booth. Specifically, our team remained away from the shop from Friday, October 10th, through the weekend. Consequently, we prioritized and shipped all accumulated online orders promptly upon our return on Monday night, October 13th. We thank our customers for their patience during that successful event!
