> But I can testify that from my experience working QRP in major DX contests, a > few dB can be the difference between making a QSO or not, mostly based on the > noise level at the other end. And 7+ dB is a LOT.
That's true. But when I'm out hiking, doing quick deployments, I'm willing to accept -7 dB. Band not open enough? Enjoy the scenery. Wayne N6KR ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to [email protected]
