[CQ-Contest] Self spotting

[David Gilbert]

Lots of hams like to think of amateur radio as a fraternity that is a 
cut above the population in general, but I think the facts say that we 
aren't any more (or less) honorable than any other segment.  I once 
compiled a rather lengthy list (I even posted it on this reflector a few 
years ago) of the factors that incline people toward cheating.  Ham 
radio inherently has some of them.  I've even seen posts here literally 
saying "if it isn't specifically against the rules it is mandatory".

Dave   AB7E


On 3/10/2024 12:16 PM, Chris Tate - N6WM wrote:
> I have thought about the use of call sign prefixes from other countries to
> defeat others filters while self spotting and feel this is a dishonest
> loophole that should be closed.  Crafty?  No I don’t think so, and opens up
> an entire Pandora’s box of what can be manipulated in the cluster
> networks.  And it’s essentially a false statement and should result in a
> DQ. This self spotting experiment will get out of hand very quick if this
> is allowed to continue.  A simple rule addition stating that you must use
> Your operating call to self spot (without false prefix) will solve this
> micro issue, but there are other nefarious things possible with this self
> spotting rule and the existing cluster network.  honestly am a little
> disappointed with the usually highly respected contesters that chose to
> exploit this loophole to the detriment of their competitors.
>
> Chris
> N6WM
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