I have heard that 160 is the "Gentlemans Band" now for many years. However,
after
getting back on 160 (after a 24 year hiatus), I must say it sounds more like 20
Meters,
especially when something "rare" shows up. Folks just keep calling, on top of
each
other and don't hear the DX coming back.
73, Dick, W1KSZ
> Date: Fri, 8 Jan 2010 03:33:01 +0000
> From: N7KA@comcast.net
> To: amps@contesting.com
> Subject: Re: [Amps] Re Henry 2KD2 Amplifier
>
>
>
> Lets keep the 80-10M amps alive and working well. I want users of those amps
> to use THEM as designed, on 80-10M.
>
>
>
> You ask why?
>
>
>
> Many folks operate from small locations on 80-10M. Just imagine all the
> 80-10 group getting on 160M with a 160-10M amp. I shudder at the thought.
>
>
>
> There is a use for many pieces of equipment in this hobby. Some have 2M
> hand-helds and use them daily. I do not own or use one but I encourage those
> who do own and use them to continue. Hey they are on 2M having fun leaving
> more room on HF.
>
>
>
> I am an owner of a 80-10M amp, 3K-A, plus some 160-10M amps. Which do I
> use? YUP!
>
>
>
> Something to consider. Keep 160M the gentlemans band. Let the 2KD2 amps
> keep going on 80-10M.
>
>
>
> Arne N7KA
>
>
> ----- "Fern" <crc@cyberlink.bc.ca> wrote:
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Jeff Maass
> > To: 'Fern'
> > Sent: Thursday, January 07, 2010 4:17 PM
> > Subject: RE: [Amps] Henry 2KD2 Amplifier
> > G'day Fern:
> > Those would be the Lost Souls, who wander the Earth uninformed
> > and unfulfilled. They should be pitied and directed back onto the
> > Path of Righteousness.
> > There is a good use for 10-80 meter amplifiers, and that is as the
> > basis of new coral reefs. Just gather them up and dump them
> > off-shore!
> > 73, Jeff K8ND
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