Batteries don’t get the glory in POTA — but they absolutely decide whether your activation ends with a full log… or packing up early.

In this episode of Brew & Activate, we break down POTA batteries the right way:

No spec-sheet flexing.

No marketing hype.

Just real-world field experience.

We cover:

What a POTA battery actually needs to do

Why stable voltage matters more than raw capacity

Handling current spikes on transmit

Battery performance in winter vs spring vs summer

LiFePO₄ vs AGM vs power stations (pros, cons, and reality)

Why watt-hours matter more than amp-hours

How to choose the right size battery without overpacking

If you’ve ever asked:

“Why does my radio shut down on transmit?”

“Why did my ‘big’ battery die so fast?”

“Do I really need  ...