Topband: CY9C

[Mike Fatchett W0MU]

Sounds like you were looking for a reason to stop instead of a reason to 
stay.  People have been the same @#$#$holes as they were 50 years ago, 
they just have more ways to make themselves known.

I don't let others ruin my fun and enjoyment of the hobby.  Ignore those 
that bother you and continue on.  Hate FT modes or understand that the 
hobby is in constant change.  All the quitters will never bring back CW 
to 160 only people diligent to use CW will keep CW alive on 160.  People 
leaving is a self fulfilling prophecy.

At 78 you should do what you love.  If ham radio is too much to maintain 
or too troubling, good luck.  Sorry to see you go.

W0MU

On 9/7/2024 12:31 AM, ok1tn wrote:
> Hi dxers.
>
> I am 78. I have all ctrs cfm. I had a dream to land 300 on 160m. I will not
> complete the remaining 3 lands. I gave up no more dxcc. Not only the FT8 but
> also the behavior of some of today's hams has discouraged me from
> continuing. All my life I have been perfecting the setup, especially the
> antenna setup. I have carried out several expeditions, including to the
> Pacific, Africa, Asia, etc. I wish the rest of my friends to enjoy a
> wonderful hobby that will no longer bring me joy and pleasure.
>
> Ch. Slavek ok1tn,
>