Paul, VO1HE, wrote:
> I certainly hope that this does not become the norm for the hobby. If it
> comes down to trying to bust pileups or contesting against guys with remote
> stations dotting the globe, then my gear will be for sale and I'll buy a new
> motorcycle.
Better start looking for some good deals on Harleys, Paul, 'cuz Remote Site
Contesting is here to stay.
I empathize with what you're saying, but Ham Radio and Contesting have
always produced "Innovation". For those of us who want to win some
Contests (but have accurately assessed the fact we can not do so from the
"RF Holes" in the ground where we live), Remote Site Contesting is an
alternative to help us accomplish the goal. Or, at least not end up in
4th, 5th or 6th position in the pileups so often. My heart really goes out
to all CC&R and/or QTH "Challenged" Contesters.
Contesting for the shear enjoyment of it is very cool, but I don't think it
would be called "Contesting" if there weren't a very competitive element
involved for many.
So for now, I'll continue to "Practice-Practice-Practice" from this RF-Hole
while diligently working toward my goal of a fully SO2R Remote Site
Station...and make the sacrifices to do so...while still on the
planet. And, while there are still enough operators to work, because
sadly, I've also come to realize as much as we try to attract new blood and
youth into Contesting, the statistics suggest Contesting will ultimately
end up down the path of the infamous "Edsel".
That's why we all need to have Contesting "FUN-FUN-FUN" while we can, in
whatever way we are willing to do so. For me, that does NOT include trying
to be competitive from here, 'cuz it just don't work ;-( With my big hill
in the way toward VO1, you guys are always one of the toughest mults to
work in SS. Hopefully, if plans work out here, THAT particular Contesting
shortfall will be dispensed with before SS 2007. "Hopefully" :-)
73...
Rick, K6VVA
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