[CQ-Contest] Packet statistics

[Bill Coleman]

On Nov 12, 2004, at 10:57 AM, Yuri VE3DZ wrote:

> So the best way would be one single-op category (like it used to be 
> many
> years before) without power separation + allowing cluster use for all
> categories (no self-spotting allowed).
> Also one category for Multi-Ops.
> This would also eliminate huge "QRP" and low power signals (and 
> records) and
> some other "technical issues".

And the message this sends is simple: If you aren't running a full 
gallon and don't have packet, you might as well not bother.

The different categories add some leveling to the playing field, and 
encourage participation. I wouldn't dispose of them so readily....

Bill Coleman, AA4LR, PP-ASEL        Mail: aa4lr at arrl.net
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