David, Could you tell us what the hell you're talking about? If there is any info on the WIA website that tells us about "revised licensing arrangements" it's very well hidden. XYL Ginny and I have e
Well Golly Gee, David offered what apears to be some enticing tidbits, but neither pursuing his cited website (below) nor sending a REPLY to the SENDER yielded anything meaningful. The REPLY was boun
David, Yes, that is so true, and anything that can be done to encourage VK contesters is worthwhile. YET I am still at sea about new licensing and examination teams. I've walked into the ACA offices
Hi folks, Larry K7MI just posted notice that the latest version of Milog (Windows) supports California QSO Party. The event is next weekend, don't miss it! Especially don't miss Ginny N6RER, SSB all
I've long been an advocate for shutting down all packet during major (TBD) contests. So far, support for this idea has been nonexistent. Maybe it isn't as important now that we can access spotting da
Thank You Steve! Two new electric fence problems have surfaced at this QTH in recent months. I've isolated one of 'em and will use your advice to help the owner to reduce EMI. Bill K6KM ** K7LXC@aol.
Hi Folks, I've always looked upon JA1 calls as something real special, representing REAL Japanese amateur radio operators first licensed in the 1940s or even earlier. EVERY time I worked a JA1 in the
John, Some points may be valid but some generalizations are quite incorrect. K2s have been used to set numerous world records in major contests; take a look at 6Y*A (team vertical) results. In every
Check I. C. E. Bill K6KM ** Grillo's wrote: I have hardline CATV 75 ohm feedline running up to my tower and need to terminate both ends. Can anyone suggest a method of making the 50 ohm connections w
Bob, N5RP wrote: What about my polio? Tell me it was fair for me to get a "D" in phys ed when I was in high school just because I couldn't run track, and that was what phys ed was all about that quar
Doc, CT was once wonderful but it's way past its use-by date. Writelog is great, costs a bunch and updates cost additional after a year. N1MM Free Logger is possibly even better for contesting and as
specifically) I presme that the quote of ARRL rules is accurate. If not, I apologize for not going to the source rather than accepting the reference as being accurate. Antenna adjustments? To me, tha
Hi Scott, You have it right. The sponsors don't intend to slight Canadians; this is their method of making a total of 58 mults. CA has 58 counties. Have fun! Bill K6KM Hosting N6RER in CQP ** -- Orig
Hey Jim, Let there be no doubt whatsoever that suggestions to improve CQP are most welcome. The key contact is Al, AD6E. EVERY one of us NCCC members want this operating event to continue to be the t
Kristinn, First choice is a GOOD used Ft-1000MP. Make sure it has all of the filters that you need. I agree with Tree that not only is the TS-570 to be avoided but anything new from Kenwood is to be
Regarding the proposed (and undisclosed) changes in the ARRL DX contest exchanges, wouldn't it be appropriate to know the purpose of the proposed changes? If we know what them dudes want to accomplis
Regarding the proposed (and undisclosed) changes in the ARRL DX contest exchanges, wouldn't it be appropriate to know the purpose of the proposed changes? If we know what them dudes want to accomplis
Hey Jeff, If you have the time tell the guy! Don't just send him a report that he probably will hear as 599 no matter what you send. I lost nearly two years of serious contesting because of a messed
* The concept and implementation are great. BUT! I searched and didn't find how to participate. ADVERTISE! A dozen pages tacked on the walls would have broughe a LOT more participants. \Good luck, Bi
Yeah! For performance per pouind or per cubic foot, the Elecraft K2 os far ahead of the crowd and it's made in USA. Add the 100W amp to the basic rig and you have a flyaway package under 10 pounds in