[RTTY] An open letter to Shelby, K4WW

[Phil Sussman]

I'm not really into contesting anymore, but I agree with Rick
and Shelby that something ought to be done to separate the
average Joe, SO1R, operation from the obsessive point gatherers.

Call it "Unlimited" -vs- "limited" or "SO1R" -vs- "SOxR", the 
boundary is clear enough. Those everyday, plain Jane, operators
are being shut out ... be it by overzealous operators and
stations that rival the communications ability of some third 
world country.

While I might not participate in the current RTTY point grabs,
I'd be more inclined to operate under less intense conditions.

My opinion, from Ohio..

Phil Sussman - N8PS

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Quoting Rick Mintz <Rmintz at Rochester.rr.com>:

> Hi Shelby.
> 
> As the "instigator" of the current SO1R vs. SO2R thread, I have been
> following the collective comments with interest. With the exception of some
> mini-flames and clearly unworkable suggestions, I think that the thread has
> voiced a heavy bias towards separate entry classes.
> 
> That being said, the thing that is the most gratifying, have been your
> comments. That you will lobby for a rule change demonstrates your commitment
> to the spirit of the contesting community. To see the need to correct what
> has become a "problem", and act upon it, despite the negative reactions from
> some, is to be commended. Thank you for your efforts in behalf of those that
> still realize that it is a hobby, and intended to be enjoyed. Keeping the
> contesting component an equal challenge for all is in the best spirit of
> competition.
> 
> Those that choose to submit as SO1R as they use a single radio for SO2R
> operating, can live with their own conscience. They must have something to
> prove... to themselves. Signing a statement as to the entry class used means
> nothing. The act of submitting a log should be enough to verify that the
> "intent" of the operator was to follow the class rules as they were intended
> to be interpreted. The rules are not a legal document and stretching them
> beyond the commonly accepted meaning only supports the operator in his
> attempt to appear better than he really is.
> 
> 73 de Rick W1TY/W2RTY 
> 
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