All this talk about SO1R vs SO2R doesn't really matter. If the guys who do SO2R
didn't do it they would still beat you because they all have a good station and
good operating skills. I never really understood the logic for NAQP that
running 100 watts levels the playing field. The type of antennas you are using
is what really makes the difference.
I used to do SO2R but sold all of my stuff this Summer. I was only using it for
a couple contests a year. Sure my scores were better when I did SO2R but I
still had plenty of SO1R stations beat me all the time because I have an
inferior station. (All wires) It just didn't seem worth the effort anymore.
I just do contests for fun now. If I can have fun running some rate I will be
on doing that. But if it becomes too much work or I'm not having fun I shut off
the radio.
Truthfully those who have all the toys and outstanding operating skills always
win. Same as it is in any competitive sport. While I would like to see
different classes in contests for those of us who aren't as fortunate I doubt
it would ever happen.
Jeff KU8E
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