Several months ago, I sent out quite a bunch of QSL cards to US
contestor contacts, all with SASE's and half with pre-printed QSL cards
that only required a signature from the contestor. Since moving, I
decided to work on my 5 band WAS from my new state. So far the response
has been 10-20%. This is PATHETIC!
And we waste our time talking about trying to get new blood and youth
into contesting??? If contestors are this inconsiderate, who would want
to be part of that group?
As much as I love the activity of contesting per se, I must say I am
very disappointed. I wonder whether my interest in US contesting will
continue if lack of basic consideration for other hams continues.
Interestingly enough, I have never had these problems with DX QSLing.
73 Merri AB0MV (ex-KF4OAD)
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