My university classmate told me about passing an "amateur radio exam," and then showed me his amateur radio license.
Then I realized that this particular hobby and group was exactly what I was looking for.
For a man in his thirties, choosing a hobby is no longer as simple as trying something new when you're younger. For example, I spent several thousand yuan on Genshin Impact, only to realize later that it wasn't enjoyable and had to abandon it. Instead, one has to consider "value for money," just like with motorcycles. After spending several thousand yuan on them, I realized they weren't fun and were a waste of money.
After researching various materials, including reading "Amateur Radio," watching videos by Mr. M, and observing the achievements of Wind Link, I finally concluded that amateur radio has sufficient depth and breadth.
If you engage in general communication, you can enjoy activities such as collecting QSL cards, chatting with people on different frequencies, DXing (attempting to contact distant stations), competing in contests, and participating in various other outdoor activities like xOTA.
If you don't engage in "comlink," you can create your own equipment, build your own antennas, and fabricate various devices. Many people do this: they build their own machines, connect them to the network, verify that they work, and then consider it a success. The machine then becomes a prized possession.
If you don't engage in either long-distance communication or manufacturing, you can still participate in radio communication competitions and direction finding activities. These are activities that test both physical and mental abilities, and they are typically introduced to children from primary school onwards.
If you don't do any of the above, you can still gather people and put together a plan.Small(Large) plot of land, construction of a radio base: introduction of 380V power supply, construction of antenna tower foundation, feeder cable routing, antenna equipment routing diagram, radio room space planning, water and gas installation for the house, network infrastructure introduction and routing planning, setting up surveillance cameras, remote control of the radio station, remote switching of antennas.
The above description illustrates the breadth of amateur radio, but each aspect offers ample opportunity for in-depth study. Even a small element can provide hours of engaging activity.
That is to say, amateur radio can be used as aA lifelong passion"In fact, this is also the case. The main group of amateur radio enthusiasts in China are mainly between 40 and 50 years old, while in Japan, it's even more extreme, with most people being over 60. I remember when I told the Japanese side my age at All Asian, they were surprised and said, 'You're so young!'"
However, what about the cost of amateur radio? While we often joke about "unlimited access," the actual expenses for amateur radio activities vary depending on individual needs. If you're primarily interested in gaining experience with all levels of operation certificates from A to C, and these are at a mid-level standard, the total cost will likely not exceed 50,000 RMB.
For a middle-aged man, 50,000 yuan is an amount that he would likely have saved over a period of one to two years, even if he didn't readily spend it. Furthermore, this sum represents a gradual accumulation of funds rather than a single, large investment.
That is to say, amateur radio.Very cost-effective! Compared to activities like fishing, motorcycling, and RV travel that middle-aged men often enjoy, these hobbies are not just about saving money; achieving a top-tier experience requires spending tens of thousands, or even hundreds of thousands, of dollars.
In conclusion, amateur radio offers a "lifetime hobby" with "very low" costs, making it an extremely cost-effective option for those interested in this activity.
This is why I got involved in amateur radio and chose it, believing that I will still be active in the field of amateur radio in about ten to twenty years.
After getting involved, I initially treated it as a personal hobby. However, I was surprised to find friends from various industries and professions in different places – people working in construction, those employed in various organizations, entrepreneurs running their own companies, and key developers within corporations. This significantly broadened my social circle, expanding beyond the software development field. Furthermore, due to the niche nature of amateur radio, the individuals I met were highly skilled and approachable. They were all friendly and courteous, which was particularly heartwarming for someone like me who had spent a long time in academia and wasn't very comfortable with informal interactions.
Having reached this point in my writing, I would like to express my gratitude for having had the opportunity to connect with amateur radio enthusiasts and other friendly stations.
Later in life, we will meet again!
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