This is what contesting is becoming. Based on comments made, why don't we
just get rid of the ham station, the towers, the antennas and work the
contest with the computer. Load all the DX, stations, and frequencies into
a program and run the contest over the internet. Every body then has the
same opportunity to achieve 'top of the honor roll' in a contest weekend.
Geography is not a factor. That is the perfect 'level playing' field. So
there you go, lots of stations to work. Hope you have fun. It's like
today's school ... no body fails; everybody passes, some without trying.
Doug
I wasn't born in Saskatchewan, but I got here as soon as I could.
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From: Topband [mailto:topband-bounces@contesting.com] On Behalf Of Michael
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Alternatively, perhaps this is a reason to create a "classic" category, to
differentiate the "boy and his radio" contesters from the folks embracing
newer techniques and technology.
In general, I'm of the mind that if a proposed change increases fun /
increases participation, it ought to be considered.
It goes without saying that contests are a lot more fun if you can hear
other stations to work.
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Michael Adams | N1EN | mda@n1en.org
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