[AMPS] Ground rods?

[measures@vcnet.com (measures)]

>
>I agree hundred percent of Rich's and Phil's opinions. A HF ground is not
>necessary for yagi (dipole) or quad antennas on towers. This only needs a 
>good
>lightning ground.
>More important is a free area around the directional antenna. A moist soil
>will improve the reflected signals.
>
On the other hand, moist soil also improves reflections that result in 
cancellation.  


-  Rich..., 805.386.3734, www.vcnet.com/measures.  


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