Good Evening,
Conditions were fair on both bands. QSB was about three to four S
units with a medium noise level on 20 m. I expected summer storms but
heard no lightning strikes. Forty meters was more local with a smaller
range of QSB. As the days grow shorter I expect 0045z will work
better. It is surprising how fast the year is passing even though we
are stuck at home. Now to collect enough wood to be cozy all winter.
Hot and dry was the common weather report. Some areas are hotter than
others. The duplex spell checking mode on the K3 was discussed. Close
encounters with a clipper was another subject. Smoke, lightning, and
fire were also concerns. The old ways are better. I find it easier to
count down accurately on a clock with hands. Using a digital clock,
while most of my attention is out the window on the forest, leads to
incorrect results. I did get the ten minute mark correct though :)
On 14050.75 kHz at 2200z:
NO8V - John - MI
K4TO - Dave - KY
K0DTJ - Brian - CA
K6XK - Roy - IA
K4JPN - Steve - GA
KL7CW - Rick - AK
On 7047.5 kHz at 0045z:
W6JHB - Jim - CA
K0DTJ - Brian - CA
K6PJV - Dale - CA
WM5F - Dwight - ID
I need to build a few more antennas. It feels good, I have enough
parts, and the weather is perfect for raising the lines. A dipole cut
for the lower end of 40 meters would be good. And a resonant 160 m
dipole would be good for when the snow is blowing. This should be our
last quiet winter for a while, as cycle 25 wakes up and takes over. I
think it would be fun to explore 160 meters CW operations. My 100 watts
should qualify as QRP on that band.
Until next week, stay safe and avoid as much smoke as you can, 73,
Kevin. KD5ONS
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