Gentlemen
we already have such a contest
it's called ARRL Field Day
cheers !
steve
kg5vk
On Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 2:13 AM, John <shore1@xplornet.com> wrote:
> I agree with Scott here, I too think a basic entry level contest would be a
> great way to get folks more involved and would be a wonderful place to get
> begginers involved with a slow but radual start in the world of contesting,
> and to add to that, BUT.....I think everyone should get involved .... give
> the newbie a chance to work thier skills up on us well travelled and well
> worked EXPERTS...hihi...... This is also a great opportunity to get some of
> the new folks involved not only here but in other countries.....and yes....
> right up to 70cm would be great....
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> best dx and 73
> de John
> VE7JZ
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Scott Currier
> To: shore1@xplornet.com ; cq-contest@contesting.com
> Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 10:58 PM
> Subject: RE: [CQ-Contest] Replacement for Novice Roundup?
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> I think that an international entry level contest is a good idea.
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> I favor different categories as opposed to power limits because some new
> people do use more than 100w.
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> Other categories could include but not be limited to...
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> indoor antennas.
> tribander-wires
> wires only
> mobile
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> I'd also suggest doing the contest three times. Digital, cw, and SSB.
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> In order to attract VHF/UHF only folks, I suggest running the contest up
> to 70cm.
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> If someone new to contesting want to get on 2FM simplex and call CQ
> contest, fine, let him make some contacts and get some points. Maybe it will
> be a good start for him/her.
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> I'd also suggest scoring based on geographical areas and categories and
> not put too much emphasis on top worldwide scores since it's difficult to
> compare scores from different areas.
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> 73 and thank you for your input.
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> Scott Currier KT1B
> Haverhill, MA
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> > From: shore1@xplornet.com
> > To: scott_currier@hotmail.com; cq-contest@contesting.com
> > Subject: Re: [CQ-Contest] Replacement for Novice Roundup?
> > Date: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:23:19 -0800
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> > How about a simple entry level 100w only, tech/general and new comers
> > contest.... in all countries not jus the US and Canada..... something
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> > has bite... a small award as well like a small plaque or framed
> > certificate..... hmmmmm
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Scott Currier" <scott_currier@hotmail.com>
> > To: <cq-contest@contesting.com>
> > Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 8:35 PM
> > Subject: [CQ-Contest] Replacement for Novice Roundup?
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> > > Does anyone feel the need for an entry level contest to replace the
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> > > Something geared to Generals and Techs. Maybe covering 160m through
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> > > International in scope but designed to allow anyone with a station a
> > > chance to compete?
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> > > The idea being to get the newbies on and into contesting?
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> > > 73 and good contesting.
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> > > Scott Currier KT1B
> > > Haverhill, MA
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