Brad, KA9JDE, is a Summits on the Air (SOTA) Mountain Goat. The stories behind his achievement are inspiring — and at times, downright harrowing. Join us as we dive into Brad’s journey through ham radio, how he discovered SOTA, the advice he has for outdoor radio operators, and even his side hobby of traveling the world in search of unforgettable scuba diving adventures.Join us as we explore how you can get involved in portable radio, QRP, and more in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone (AP/DZ). Every aspect of portable operations is covered in this biweekly podcast, from news and gear to achievements, the workbench, contests, awards, and beyond.QRP Amateur Radio Club International: https://qrparci.org/Connect with us:* Discord: https://discord.gg/YDeM3JeH* TikTok: @redsummitrf* X (formerly Twitter): @NJ7V_Support the channel:* Buy us a Coke: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF* Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf#apdz #SOTA #HamRadio #PortableOps #QRP #Workbench #Electronics #POTA