While I don't agree with strong arming into the use of something, I do believe that this discussion is one of many that defines one that is much more fundamental. If you are "connected" - define "con
While we are on the subject of the need to "give back" for those using internet tools, how about "spotting what you hear" if you are using packet cluster in an SSB contest. For CW, with RBN, the clus
I am curious. Did the Maritime Mobile Net actually move their frequency somewhere to make way for the 14.300 +/- 5khz Emergency Declaration by the Nepal situation? Since they are supposedly incapable
While your submission of a check log was clearly well intended, it sounds like it served to deliver a bunch of NIL for the guys you worked on 15 and 10 but you logged as 20M. At least that is the way
"I dare say the largest category of contest participation now and for the future will be two OLD guys getting together at one of their shack where they operate ONE radio, one amp, one set of antenna
I think its great that this is finally getting the action that it has deserved. Kudos to Randy for leading the way on it. 2 comments/questions from me: 1) I am very curious how Power was decided to b
To be clear I have had US hams call me on 7030 when listening there. Obviously, I am not trying listen to US hams but they come anyway. Probably 4 or 5 a contest if I do that for an hour or two. Ed T
Sorry its 7125. The rest of the post is still the point. Thanks to group for the corrections. Ed From: Chris Plumblee [mailto:chris.plumblee@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, May 7, 2015 7:49 AM To: VK4TS T
I agree Gerry but the same answer could be said for all the EU folks that just got warnings. Ed Ignorance of the law is not an excuse, but I bet 100% of those calling you, Ed, are clicking on a spot
So are you advocating that the EU group issued warnings should not have been giving warnings? Seems like it should be equally applied to EU and the US in my opinion. I personally I have no idea what
It is certainly amazing to see that log. From my look at it, it would appear to look like quite amazing dual CQing skills. I guess the question is does the SDA recording match the frequencies in the
There is no doubt that Dim is an outstanding CW contester based on the 1 hour Youtube video posted. The question is not whether he could maintain synchronized dual band CQs - its quite clear - he can
"Neither my radio or software is capable of logging the transmit frequency for me, so does that mean I can no longer submit a log for CQWW? The software is not the big issue but the radio is. What i
For things like Top 5 World, EU, USA. Yes. Beyond that, probably not necessary, no. Ed N1UR Ed, Are you saying that only those who have & and are willing to spend a lot of money on the latest & (alle
I will observe with GREAT INTEREST the signals coming from KP4KE's station with a verified 5W QRP signal. I have numerous times observed KP4KE claiming QRP and being the loudest Carib station on the
A few points on the rules discussion: People really have the SCP jumbled - incorrectly - with assistance. SCP is a database of calls that have entered a log in the contest. That's all. When YOU as th
At my station, I use a dedicated computer to run the SO2R switching and software. Its not the most advanced nor has the biggest hard drive. But its solid and stable. I also run my laptop to a separat
Thanks Martin. Some great recommendations. Ed N1UR Hi Ed, I've been using Total Recorder for both audio and video recording during contests. It features a built in scheduler so you can split up the w
I will lift a glass to the admiral "here here"! I will begin this effort to preserve the sanctity of the unassisted class, voluntarily, and would invite others so inclined to do so as well. If you co
Guys - Can we finish with this annually recurring topic and do something about it? Find a weekend in April or September, establish your dream contest rules, tell everyone to be there, set up a websit