An idea I have been kicking around would be a VUCC challenge, like the DXCC
Challenge on HF, 160, and 6 meters. You add together your grid totals from
all VHF and UHF bands, and include satellites, and the higher score each
year would get a trophy. This should get people interested in adding
additional bands to their setup.
There could be a plaque issued when you reach some level of grid totals.
For the DXCC Challenge is it 1000 band countries, with endorsements being
added to that at specific levels. May 500 band grids would be the plaque
level. I think that there should be some stipulation added that you must
have worked say 20 grids on 3 different bands to get the initial plaque.
This would keep someone from getting the initial plaque just by using 6
meters or the satellites. I love 6 meters and the satellites, but doing it
on 1 band would kind of violate the spirit of the award. Also, for the DXCC
Challenge you would have to use 3 bands minimum to get to 1000 band
countries. You couldn't do it on just 20 meters.
Any thoughts on this idea?
73 John AF5CC
On Mon, Apr 22, 2019 at 10:45 AM Les Rayburn via VHF <vhf@w6yx.stanford.edu>
wrote:
> Bruce,
>
> Correct. For those of us “Back East”, 6 Meter VUCC and Satellite VUCC are
> probably the easiest to earn. 2 Meters is certainly achievable especially
> using WSJT meteor scatter and EME.
>
> Those in most parts of the West have an advantage on microwave—since high
> spots with five grids within range are most plentiful.
>
> 222 and 432 are within each of most—especially if we have increased
> activity on these bands.
>
> Microwave about 2.3 GHz is tougher but if you’re willing to travel the
> five (5) grids required could be worked by yourself and a partner in a
> weekend.
>
> For the record, I just achieved my second VUCC. This one on 2 Meters—a
> feat that took over a decade to complete. I’m limited to an indoor antenna
> due to HOA. Closing in on Satellite VUCC which would give me three of the
> awards.
>
> Completing 432 would be possible—but likely would require a single Yagi
> EME effort from the driveway at night. My HOA will allow portable
> operations—but everything has to be back inside when the sun comes up.
>
> That would give me four bands—anything else will require microwave and
> travel. A considerable expense. But one that I’d be willing to make if the
> reward was not only 10 GHz VUCC but also the new Five Band VUCC Award.
>
> I really hope the ARRL will seriously consider the proposal. If you’re
> supportive of it, please contact your Section Manager and let them know.
>
>
> 73,
>
> Les Rayburn, N1LF
> Maylene, AL
> EM63nf
> AMSAT #38965, ARRL Life Member, CVHS Life Member, SVHF Member
>
>
>
>
> > On Apr 22, 2019, at 7:52 AM, Bruce <kk5do@amsat.org> wrote:
> >
> > So, I could do my 100 on satellite, 100 on 6m, then 100 on 2m and 50 on
> 70cm and be done.
> >
> > The higher frequencies are impossible from the Houston area as we have
> no mountains. Those in mountainous regions have a distinct advantage in the
> higher frequencies. That is why you see a large group of high frequency use
> in Europe, East Coast and West Coast. I am not saying it does not present a
> challenge everywhere
> >
> > 73...bruce
> >
> > On 4/22/2019 1:20 AM, Les Rayburn wrote:
> >> Bruce,
> >>
> >> Thank you for your input. Current VUCC rules would apply:
> >>
> >> 6 Meters, 2 Meters, and Satellite require 100 grids confirmed.
> >> 222 and 432 require 50 grids
> >> 902 and 1296 require 25 grids
> >> 2304 requires 10 grids
> >> All higher bands including 5 GHz, 10Ghz, and laser require only five.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> 73,
> >>
> >> Les Rayburn, N1LF
> >> Maylene, AL
> >> EM63nf
> >> AMSAT #38965, ARRL Life Member, CVHS Life Member, SVHF Member
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>> On Apr 21, 2019, at 10:07 PM, Bruce <kk5do@amsat.org <mailto:
> kk5do@amsat.org>> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> 100 grids terrestrial on 1296 or 2400. that is a bit rough. what 5
> bands would it be? 222, 2m, 70cm, 1296 and ??? 2400?
> >>>
> >>> 73...bruce
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPhone
> >>>
> >>> On Apr 21, 2019, at 9:50 PM, Les Rayburn via AMSAT-BB <
> amsat-bb@amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb@amsat.org>> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Lady & Gentlemen,
> >>>
> >>> Not certain if my earlier message was received. No reply from anyone
> on the distribution list. Here it is again, in case the first one was lost
> in cyberspace.
> >>>
> >>> In an effort to stimulate activity on VHF/UHF bands beyond 70 CM, I’d
> like to suggest the creation of a Five Band VUCC (5B VUCC) award that
> would closely mirror the 5 Band DXCC Award.
> >>>
> >>> Successful applicants would need to achieve VUCC status on five or
> more of the VHF/UHF bands to be eligible for the larger award. A special
> certificate and pin could be created to honor recipients.
> >>>
> >>> My feeling is that this award would encourage greater activity on the
> VHF/UHF bands, especially on bands that have less use like 222, 1296, and
> higher microwave bands. This increased activity encourages the sale of more
> gear, helps protect our spectrum from commercial interests, and advances
> the state of the radio art.
> >>>
> >>> Please let me know if you think this idea has any merit, or what I
> could do to help support the creation of the new award. As always, grateful
> for your service to the hobby.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> 73,
> >>>
> >>> Les Rayburn, N1LF
> >>> 121 Mayfair Park
> >>> Maylene, AL 35114
> >>> EM63nf
> >>> AMSAT #38965, ARRL Life Member, CVHS Life Member, SVHF Member
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
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