[UK-CONTEST] 50MhzAC this week some basic info

[Rob Harrison]

Hi Alex,

Yes it's multimode, but most of the activity will be on  SSB/CW, some FM 
activity, although I've not heard any. Have a look here 
http://www.rsgbcc.org/vhf/ then click on links to contest(s).

73

Bob G8HGN

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alex GM3ZBE" <alex at gm3zbe.plus.com>
To: "Rob Harrison" <robharrison at g8hgn.freeserve.co.uk>
Cc: "PETER CLEALL" <peter.cleall at virgin.net>; <uk-contest at contesting.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2010 5:39 PM
Subject: Re: [UK-CONTEST] 50MhzAC this week some basic info


>
> Which modes are allowed in this contest?  Is it multi mode?
> Alex, GM3ZBE
>
> Rob Harrison wrote:
>> Hi Peter,
>>
>> Not entirely, depends on where you are. If situated in an area of high 
>> activity, then you'll be able to work some stations. If you are out on a 
>> limb, it may be less easy. Why not come on and see what you can hear. 
>> Don't be afraid to call someone, they'll make every attempt to pull you 
>> in.
>>
>> During the sporadic Es season (May to August, approx), you'll be able to 
>> work all over Europe with that set up, as the band opens up.
>>
>> 73
>> Bob G8HGN
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "PETER CLEALL" <peter.cleall at virgin.net>
>> To: <uk-contest at contesting.com>
>> Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2010 5:06 PM
>> Subject: [UK-CONTEST] 50MhzAC this week some basic info
>>
>>
>>
>>> recently returned to transmiting after gap of 40yrs
>>>
>>> never been on 6m, thought I would have a look at this weeks activity 
>>> period.
>>>
>>> Will I be wasting my time with a simple vertical dipole 5m above 
>>> ground?? Tx
>>> 50w ssb??
>>>
>>> thanks
>>>
>>> peter G8AFN
>
>