I'm thinking about getting into LoRa. It seems like a cool hobby, and I'd like to connect with other enthusiasts as I travel.

From a brief, initial search, I'm seeing Lorawan and Meshtastic, with the latter looking like the more decentralized option.

For LoRa nerds, what are some budget nodes you'd recommend for a total newbie? (I have near zero idea how to solder or setup electronics components from scratch.)

And just as importantly, what frequency should I prioritize? For reference, I spend most of my time in Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, etc.).

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