[VHFcontesting] Limited Multi Class

[Chris Terkla]

Hi,

I was reviewing some of the submissions and rules for the VHF contests and
noticed that many of us submit logs in the Limited Multi Category as LP, HP,
or some with neither qualifier. I checked with the League and Dan N1ND.  He
said that there was no power classes in the Limited Multi classes because of
participation.

My question to the list is shouldn't there be a Limited Multi HP and LP
category?

It seems to me that it would not be a significant effort for the ARRL with
the new and improved log checking and web based reporting to have the
classes defined.  The last contest, there seemed to be a good number of both
HP and LP entries as well as bunch that were not clarified. The cost to the
league is only the printing of another certificate and  little modification
to the web reporting.  My VHF crew is willing to sponsor a Limited Multi Low
Power plaque for the contest, I am sure that other clubs or individuals may
be inclined to do the same.

My crew has discussed this and feel that there needs to be this delineation
for the power in the limited multi categories.  It is very difficult for LP
entries to seriously compete with HP entries.

Opinions?

If you feel that there should be different power categories for the Limited
Multi entrants, perhaps a quick note to the contesting branch at the ARRL
might help urge them along. And let them know that you or your group might
be willing to sponsor a plaque if you are so inclined.

73 and see you in the contest

Chris N1XS