[UK-CONTEST] CW speed

[Bob Henderson]

One of the great things about amateur radio contesting is that you can 
participate regardless of your level of expertise.

BUT if you decide to participate and expect to win whilst having limited 
expertise, you're in for a hiding!

Use contests for your own purposes and be realistic about what you're trying 
to achieve.

Your most important competitor is yourself.  Aim to improve on what you did 
last time.

Contestants want to work you.  They need contacts for points.  Some will 
slow down for you and some won't.  A good competitor will always try to make 
a valid contact.

All contestants aren't good operators!  Don't let that put you off.

Enter contests with a view to learning from them and raising your game.

Have a go.  You have nothing to lose.

Contesting is great fun and your fun will increase with increasing skill.

Goferit.

Bob, 5B4AGN, P3F