Kermit, AB1J, wrote:
> This is a nice idea but after proof of concept (i.e., a few
> successful runs of the contest) you should try to get the
> ARRL to incorporate it into their 10M contest. I have
> always thought the 10M contest could use the addition of
> RTTY as a shot in the arm to encourage activity, especially
> during the down years, which seem to be all the time now.
Good point, although there will undoubtedly be different opinions on this.
First of all, I do not think RTTY should be added to the Mixed category.
The current Mixed category with CW and SSB works well, but a third mode
would be too many modes to juggle for the serious Mixed category
participant.
I also think adding a fourth category, RTTY, to the CW/SSB/Mixed categories
is a problem. I love the ARRL 10-Meter Contest and would hate to choose
between CW and RTTY. I would probably do CW if forced. There are others
who like SSB and RTTY and would have to choose. As a result, there will be
lower activity in each of the modes as the total participation is dispersed
over three modes rather than just two or one.
There are a few three mode contests and some people love them. The majority
of participants in most contests are casual or only moderately serious. I
doubt that any serious competitors would want to do all three modes.
As you note, though, let's try this new 10-Meter RTTY Contest standalone for
a few times and see how it goes. Then, it will be apparent how it should
evolve.
Ed - W0YK
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