Here's a different alternative to the 24/48 debate about ARRL contests: Do the same thing the Brits do and offer a category where you only work 24 hours out of the 48 hour period. I'm doing that at t
I think jims comments are right on track, but that philosophy is not shared by everyone.. On the other hand, I was already discussing Bruce's idea of integrating categories that will accomodate these
Hi Gang There has been some discussion here about possibly reducing the time in 48 hour Dx contests for single operators from 48 hours to something else. A number of variants have been suggested - 24
I'd like to see the return of the High-Band (10, 15, 20) and Low Band (40, 80, 160) categories to the ARRL DX Test. This change would increase participation by the average Joe Tribanders around the w
There are less challenging contests for the already-grown kids. Participate those .. The YO DX contest or UBA or RSGB or SAC.. Go for it, guys ! Contests are ! The still-growing kids can have their f
At 05:26 AM 3/15/04, K1ZM@aol.com wrote: There has been some discussion here about possibly reducing the time in 48 hour Dx contests for single operators from 48 hours to something else. A number of
I agree with Jeff. I'm still doing 48-straight at Age 65. Maybe I'll be receptive to a shortening when I hit my mid-70's? Contests are for OPERATING, not sleeping. Vy 73 Jim Neiger N6TJ Hi Gang There
I generally agree with K1ZM's conclusion for a number reasons. 1. What Jeff said. 2. I'd like to avoid the eventual demise of big-league contesting. I'd much prefer to be bringing new, younger, stron
Jeff, the IRON MAN 48 hour is great ... for those who are able to do so. , But why not have a separate category of 24 hr operating out of the 48 hrs ? I physically cannot sit in a chair for 48 hours
I wouldn't disagree with Jeff about the "Iron Man" aspect of DX contesting. Staying in the chair is a big reason the top scorers end up where they are. However, I would have more incentive to stay in
I think K6LL is right on the money about high band categories for DX contests. The average Joe tribander guy cannot be competitive on 40 and 80. I really wish the DARC would reinstate the 20/1510 cat
right on dave de w7gg -- The world's top contesters battle it out in Finland! THE OFFICIAL FILM of WRTC 2002 now on professional DVD and VHS! http://home1.pacific.net.sg/~jamesb/ -- _________________
Author: "Warren C. Stankiewicz" <nf1j@earthlink.net>
Date: Mon, 15 Mar 2004 07:00:15 -0800
Randy once again brings up the concept of trying to reduce contest time from 48 hours to something a bit more reasonable. It's an old and familiar subject; I think, Randy, you first started talking a
Me too! For us up north this was a good categorie. 73 Jim SM2EKM -- David Hachadorian wrote: I'd like to see the return of the High-Band (10, 15, 20) and Low Band (40, 80, 160) categories to the ARRL
At 09:39 AM 3/15/04, David Hachadorian wrote: I'd like to see the return of the High-Band (10, 15, 20) and Low Band (40, 80, 160) categories to the ARRL DX Test. This change would increase participat
Although my age has punctured the 60+ range, I am in agreement that the contest should remain 48 hours long. At the same time, I realize that going 48 hours straight is more difficult and I don't hav
Hi Glen I would support the notion of ADDITIONAL categories as long as the main, long-tenured 48 hour (no time limit) category remains viable for single-op all band unassisted entrants - as, to me, t
Hi Pete Pse see my reply to VA3DX on the exact same subject - YES - I would support additional classes as long as the sponsors are willing to manage them. I think the 48 hour flavor worldwide DX cont
On the other hand, might the 48-hour period be driving away younger contesters who have family obligations that retired folks may not face? == On an only very vaguely related subject... Anyone rememb
Seems to me that there are two very distinct classes of contesters. Those who have time/energy/will/ability to spend an entire weekend on the radio. And those who don't. I venture that the latter cat