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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