[RTTY] SO2R

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

K0RC wrote: 

> That said, I would support SO1R and SO-multi-radio in separate 
> classifications. There is no debate that having a second (or 
> more) radio available is a signification advantage when all 
> else is equal.

Unfortunately, everything else is not always equal.  AA5AU wrote 
that he turned to SO2R to help overcome an antenna disadvantage. 
Don does a superb job now but I don't think even Don would 
consider his antenna farm to be equal to that of K4GMH (to pick 
an example). 

Each operator picks those tools, techniques and equipment that 
best fit his situation.  One may use SO2R to make up for a less 
than killer antenna farm ... another may choose big antennas over 
power ... still another may choose to operate more hours (within 
the rules) ... finally another may feel that a better receiver is 
the best use of his resources.  Will some use all the options - 
of course.  That's what puts them consistently at the top of the 
"leader board."  It's no different than a golfer who has the very 
best clubs money can buy, who lives in a country club community 
in Florida so he can play every day of the year and who spends 
a hours a day on the driving range videotaping and studying his 
swing ... he will beat me every time we play but that doesn't 
mean I won't have fun or do the best I can within my limitations 
when I'm out there. 

73, 

   ... Joe, W4TV