There are probably two things at play here. As evidenced during DX
contests the past couple of years, Europe has a whole new batch of hams
resulting from a revamped licensing structure. I?ll bet they bring a lot of
enthusiasm to an event like Friedrichshafen. Remember when we were first
getting started? Many of them are right there in Germany.
As for venue, I?m in the camp that feels Hara is a real dump and the event
is in need of a makeover (the sooner the better). I suspect many attendees
have become comfortable with the surroundings and really haven?t given much
thought as to how outdated they have become. It?s kind of like the guy who
shows up to church in a suit that should have been thrown out 10 years ago.
73
Ken K4ZW
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