Maybe this was discussed here before, but someone needs to refresh my memory, why is there no SO (A) category in the two big upcoming ARRL contests ? _______________________________________________ C
I'm guessing it's because they are both single band contests. Doug - K1ZO Sent from my iPad _______________________________________________ CQ-Contest mailing list CQ-Contest@contesting.com http://li
3.3. Multioperator, Single Transmitter (use of spotting networks is permitted): 3.3.1. Low Power (150 watts or less) 3.3.2. High Power (1500 watts or less or your country's maximum power limit, which
Check the latest ARRL Contest Update. They are phasing in the category (SO Unlimited) starting with the RTTY Roundup in January. Youre just a year early Jack B, W6FB _________________________________
Actually, the ARRL PSC DID recently accept the Contest Advisory Committee's recommendation to add Single Operator Unlimited Categories to ARRL 10 M, ARRL 160 M, ARRL RTTY Round Up, and IARU. However,
Unless I'm imagining things, within the last month the ARRL announced that beginning in January 2014, SO(A) will no longer be lumped with multi-op in these contests - a step that is 20 years overdue,
It is too bad the ARRL did not take the forward looking position and use this opportunity to allow all single ops to use spotting assistance. These contests would benefit from less categories rather
All single ops ARE allowed the opportunity to use spotting assistance, Randy. But if they do take that opportunity, they are not allowed to unfairly compete with those who chose to fly solo. 73, de H
And why has K5ZD not already done the same for "his" contest - CQWW? It's because a recent survey made it clear that we, the SO entrants, didn't want it. The only benefit of this move would be to CQ
Randy, Maybe the ARRL realizes that such a step would be extremely divisive. It is not "forward thinking" to do something that would alienate those contesters who love the challenge of operating with
On the contrary, I think it is admirable that the ARRL: First, finally is properly recognizing the need for the Single Op/Unlimited category in these events; and Second, is NOT forcing those who choo
Hi Randy: No, it's not too bad! :-) SOME active single operator entries in these contests don't want to be required to use "assistance" to be competitive. LEAVE US CATEGORIES WHERE WE GET TO FIND QS
This past CQ WW DX CW I've entered SOAB insted SOAB(A) which I've been doing since 2003. I had a blast. I must recognize it is by far more challenging, every mult seems a lot more rewarding and I nee
What's the point of even submitting a contest log other than for cross-checking and for the contest's ego? There are so many different ways to cheat. Because of my location I rarely have a chance to
Even when my on-the-air effort is minor I try to submit a log to demonstrate support to the contest sponsors. Today submissions are free and require just a couple of clicks. Happy Thanksgiving to tho
Remember that this is a HOBBY. Some people get way too serious about winning. I no longer have to prove that I can win ... that is history; no internet, all hand logging and crosschecking. By not sub
Fewer catagories? Nah. We forget about the little guys who use a vertical and 100W. They cherish the third place finish single band 10meter LP assisted certificate in CQWW for the fourth district. Fo
Bill, You are right... Us little guys do cherish those Section and Division certificates! Doug - K1ZO Fewer catagories? Nah. We forget about the little guys who use a vertical and 100W. They cherish
Exactly. I'm proud of the regional certs earned. I know I cannot compete nationally with my one yagi and inverted L. It's like my wife's barrel racing...they compete in classes. If they did not have
I also believe that having a good range of categories is a good thing. Many people, as they get started in this game of contesting wind up getting a certificate for their category and are very proud