[VHFcontesting] CQ VHF & "Self Spotting"

[Arliss]

On 2014-07-22 14:36, Chet S wrote:

> RA: I do. Picking operating times, station building, digging, searching,
> straining for contacts is quite satisfying when
> successful. Who would enjoy a treasure hunt if someone posted a map showing
> where the hole was already dug and
> all you needed to do was go there and lift it out?

Someone (who contested on both HF and VHF) once said that for many 
HFers, the point of contesting is in the finding, while for many VHFers, 
the point is the working.

Not to put words in Les's mouth, but I think he's suggesting that if you 
live where it's highly unlikely that you'll ever find treasure without a 
map, spending the weekend digging holes may not strike you as much fun.

I can't imagine operating the 10 GHz contest without prearranged schedules.

3,  Arliss  W7XU