Re: [TenTec] Cheap cw rig

["Bob McGraw - K4TAX" <RMcGraw@Blomand.net>]

Do we really think newcomers to ham radio will be interested in a CW rig?  I 
doubt it.  Now add SSB and maybe you'll have some attraction for the 
newcomer.  As we most all realize, the code requirement was very often one 
of the points that keep newcomers from getting their license.
73
Bob, K4TAX




> Patrick Signs writes...
>
>
> > Just need to know how to shop.
> This is where new folks need to be drawn into the clubs, and under the
> watchful eyes of elmers. I certainly benefitted from that when
> starting on my station. To me, getting new folks involved in clubs,
> and clubs taking that role seriously, is more important than marketing
> this or that.