[TowerTalk] Reduced size receiving antennas

[ai2n at twcny.rr.com]

I have used pennant antennas scaled to approximately 70% (10' x 20-1/2')and 85% (12' x 25')of the "approved" 14' x 29' version.  They are directional but have low outputs.  Use of a preamp is mandatory.

I still have a 5' per side "diamond" in my garage attic.  VERY low output, but directional.  Good for listening stateside in one ear.

I now have a pair of 14' x 29' reversible flag antennas on an adjacent city lot.  Much more output than the 85% scale pennant.

BUT, I agree with my friend Gene, who turned me on to pennants in the first place; I still can't hear anywhere near as well as the folks with beverages.  City noise levels do not help.

73, Redd - AI2N

---- K3VX <k3vx at verizon.net> wrote: 
> 
> TTers,
> 
> Has anyone built a reduced size version of the K9AY terminated loop(s)?
> 
>  If so what are the consequences (besides the obvious reduction in capture area).
> 
> Same question for pennants and flags.
> 
> The reason for the question is a very long and skinny  backyard.
> 
> TIA and 73
> 
> Larry K3VX
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