In this week’s 985 Workbench, hosted by Ron (WA3VEE) from West Chester, PA, the group dives deep into all things ham radio—from tower-raising tales to a lively discussion on Linux for the modern shack. Operators share updates from the New Holland Hamfest, progress on Joe’s massive tower project, and the challenges (and victories) of running Windows software on Linux Mint, Ubuntu, and even Raspberry Pi setups.

With great stories from familiar voices like CR, Chuck (NA3CW), Bill (KC3OOK), Jim (AF3Z), and Simon (KD3BPI), this episode covers everything from grounding rods to GUI interfaces—with a side of humor, tech tips, and camaraderie that makes 985 a Monday-night favorite.

📻 Highlights:

• Tower base installation success and near-misses
• Linux for ham radio: Mint, Ubuntu, Wine, and beyond
• Hamfest finds and classic gear restoration
• Real-world shack challenges and solutions
• Community check-ins from Pennsylvania to Massachusetts