CQWW SSB WPX contest takes place March 30 thru 31 (UTC) 2013. Carlos has invited us, CTRI CG, to come operate from his station for this event.
For us, there are several advantages to accepting this invitation. First, during our recent visit in February we a) installed a new 2-element 40-m beam, b) replaced three rotators in three towers, c) repaired several rotor control boxes, and d) re-installed several PL-259 connectors that needed repair. Second, all the work that we were able to complete, leaves Carlos’s station in pretty good shape. Thus, if we mount an effort to go south for the SSB WPX, we should be able to put together a reasonable effort in the contest with a minor investment in the station.
This subject will be on the agenda for the February 23rd meeting. But, before that meeting, we would like to get some idea of who would be interested in committing to the project as an operator? Who would be willing to head up the team on this end to make sure everything that needs to be done gets done in a timely manner, and then sees that the mission is executed.
So, what say, CTRI, should we mount an effort for the SSB WPX from NP3U? Who is willing to head up the logistics from this end? Who can make the trip?
Please post comments below. We will all monitor the comments, and they will guide the discussion at the February meeting.
Best 73, Mike, K1DM, CTRI President.
As much as I would love to go, I cannot. It is certainly another opportunity to win the world in a WPX contest. Expect 300/hr rates.
73,
Pat, NG1G
It’s a possibility on my end – I would probably end up flying from San Diego or LA so would need to check logistics so we arrive at similar times.
73
Dan
N6ERD
This would be more fun than work. But it is a holiday weekend for many.
John W1AN