WorldPack-706

The WorldPack-706 by PowerPort is specifically designed for ICOM users. This pack comes with a new remote-head belt-case for the IC-706 or IC-703 to give you full access to your radio controls for QRP operations while mobile. The remote-head belt-case is zippered for easy access and padded for superior protection of your radio head. You can carry the case on your belt or attach it to the shoulder strap, or wherever it is most comfortable, with choice of a spring clip or belt loop. Meanwhile, you are carrying the radio in padded comfort on your back, with enough room to carry accessories and auxiliary power. To maximize your airtime add the beefy12V, 8-amp hour WorldPack Power Kit offered as an option by PowerPort. This power kit gives you more than 3 times the power (and at a full 12V) than the ICOM auxiliary battery pack offered with these radios. All power and antenna connections are accommodated.

The backpack’s compartments have double protection against the weather and dirt: rain-flapped zippers and an interior waterproof nylon rain fly with drawstring closure. The rain fly allows you to protect your radio, even when the waterproof lid is up. The lid has a pocket for your microphone, and comes with a complimentary PowerPort WindSock: a fleece-cover for your microphone to attenuate wind noise in your mic.

In addition to all of these great features, there are numerous tie-down points to attach gear, two antenna pockets on the sides to hold and support mobile antennas such as the ATX Walkabout or the Outbacker Stealth. The shoulder straps are comfortable, well ventilated mesh with webbing cross straps to hold HTs, GPS units, or other handheld devices. Price: $69.95 Part #:HMP-706 Available from Cutting Edge Enterprises, 1717 Seventh Street, Los Osos, CA 93402; web:www.powerportstore.com; 800/206-0115.