I totally agree with Rick
Paul K2DB
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Date: Sun, 23 Jul 2006 10:26:01 -0400
From: "Rick Mintz" <Rmintz@Rochester.rr.com>
Subject: [RTTY] An open letter to Shelby, K4WW
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Hi Shelby.
As the "instigator" of the current SO1R vs. SO2R thread, I have been
following the collective comments with interest. With the exception of some
mini-flames and clearly unworkable suggestions, I think that the thread has
voiced a heavy bias towards separate entry classes.
That being said, the thing that is the most gratifying, have been your
comments. That you will lobby for a rule change demonstrates your commitment
to the spirit of the contesting community. To see the need to correct what
has become a "problem", and act upon it, despite the negative reactions from
some, is to be commended. Thank you for your efforts in behalf of those that
still realize that it is a hobby, and intended to be enjoyed. Keeping the
contesting component an equal challenge for all is in the best spirit of
competition.
Those that choose to submit as SO1R as they use a single radio for SO2R
operating, can live with their own conscience. They must have something to
prove... to themselves. Signing a statement as to the entry class used means
nothing. The act of submitting a log should be enough to verify that the
"intent" of the operator was to follow the class rules as they were intended
to be interpreted. The rules are not a legal document and stretching them
beyond the commonly accepted meaning only supports the operator in his
attempt to appear better than he really is.
73 de Rick W1TY/W2RTY
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