[TowerTalk] perspective

[Tom Rauch]

> Contrary to the common perception, the reason for using monobanders is NOT
> higher gain. Much more important aspect of monobanders are.
> 
> Higher reliability due to simpler construction, less electrical joints to
> fail and much lower wind drag.
> 
> They don't detune as badly with ice or snow loads.
> 
> Easier to design.
> 
> The few extra db's are certainly a bonus, but reliability is the big
> attraction for me.

I've been racking my brain trying to think of a way to test the theory 
that a few dB of signal makes a big difference in a contest, but I 
can't think of a way to prove or disprove it.

Can anyone?


73, Tom W8JI
w8ji@contesting.com

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