Rovers have 3 basic items to consider in rovering, namely time, cost and
results. Broken down, time to get the vehicle ready, time to get to the grid
and be set up and duration of time in the grid, and cost of getting there
versus potential results. Many work during the week, so time available enters
into the calculation too.
I am the only rover in Ontario who is retired. I can drive less than 15 miles
north to work 2 grids in a Sprint. But to work 3 or more grids involves
driving over 60 miles either east or west. Is it worth it? Frankly, no.
There is not enough participation in the Sprints except those on weekends.
Rovers must be, and are practical in their thinking.
Keep the bands alive.
Bill VE3CRU/R
Email: ve3cru@rac.ca
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