[CQ-Contest] Top Ten scores & 3830 postings?

[Mark Beckwith]

Tom said:

> To not post one's score should not diminish a competitor's
> accomplishment, however, it is a dis-service to rest of the
> competitors and reflects poorly on the individual


Interesting discussion.  Personally I prefer more rules than less, 
competitor-wide expectations should ideally be clear in writing so you know 
what you were getting in to before jumping in.  Alas contesting is not that 
way, and I am certain it never will be.  That said, adjust your approach and 
do what you know full well is expected:

Send in your score to 3830.  Do it as fast as you can.  Understand that the 
longer you wait, the more you will raise eyebrows about your own personal 
integrity.  That's just the way it is whether you think it's right or not.

I would temper these comments with "if you're a contender."  If you're not a 
contender, it's less important.  Like Bob said, turn your log to the sponsor 
whether you made 2 or 2000 QSOs.  If you made 2 QSOs (i.e. not a 
particularly competitive entry, you got on part-time for fun to work your 
friends, etc) you get a pass on the 3830 part.  If you entered seriously, 
and are going to wind up in the top-10, be prepared for a royal, and 
DESERVED razzing if you don't submit to 3830 quickly.

Mark, N5OT