[DX-CHAT] TO4E Criticisms
It saddens me to read all of the negative comments flying around regarding the current TO4E dxpedition. None of us really understand the environment in which the team is operating, nor do we know the difficulties they may be experiencing, be it health, weather or technical. They have only been on Europa for a couple of days, and as I understand it, they are still installing antennas, etc...so I must say, the early, very critical comments against the team are not only unkind but they are unwarranted. A more serious way to look at it is how it makes you, thecriticizer look, and even more importantly to me, how it puts theUSA ham in a very negative light. This is ThanksgivingDay in the USA, a time to be thankful for just how blessed we are here in the USA. Rather than throw stones at others, why don't you who want to be so critical, take a moment and be thankful that you are able to participate in our wonderful hobby, be thankful that you have a radio and antenna, be thankful for family and friends, and be happy for the freedoms we all take for granted. The TO4E team, as I understand it, will be there until mid December and chances are that before that time we will all have had our chance to work them. Just remember, the negative comments one makes here in the USA on the international DX Clusters, are seen all over the world. I wish you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving Day and a blessed holiday season. Just my 2 cents.. Tony, W4FOA
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I agree with Tony! He was nice about it. It makes me ashamed for others that make such comments. I couldn't believe my eyes when I looked at the comments on the cluster this morning. The reason these guys went on this trip is to provide you with a contact on as many bands as possible! Give them a chance. I think the CW operators I have worked are doing a great job! How many of you jerks that are complaining have been on a dxpedition? Spent your money, took time off from work, put your life in danger, etc?? Eat your turkey, be thankful and shut up! Bill W4WX - Original Message - From: Tony Martin W4FOA To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 27, 2003 7:58 AM Subject: [DX-CHAT] TO4E Criticisms It saddens me to read all of the negative comments flying around regarding the current TO4E dxpedition. None of us really understand the environment in which the team is operating, nor do we know the difficulties they may be experiencing, be it health, weather or technical. They have only been on Europa for a couple of days, and as I understand it, they are still installing antennas, etc...so I must say, the early, very critical comments against the team are not only unkind but they are unwarranted. A more serious way to look at it is how it makes you, thecriticizer look, and even more importantly to me, how it puts theUSA ham in a very negative light. This is ThanksgivingDay in the USA, a time to be thankful for just how blessed we are here in the USA. Rather than throw stones at others, why don't you who want to be so critical, take a moment and be thankful that you are able to participate in our wonderful hobby, be thankful that you have a radio and antenna, be thankful for family and friends, and be happy for the freedoms we all take for granted. The TO4E team, as I understand it, will be there until mid December and chances are that before that time we will all have had our chance to work them. Just remember, the negative comments one makes here in the USA on the international DX Clusters, are seen all over the world. I wish you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving Day and a blessed holiday season. Just my 2 cents.. Tony, W4FOA
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It is apparently the instant gratification thing that many Americans seem to suffer from these days. They want it right now! Of course, we have been fortunate and haven't had to endure any significant hardships for several generations so that may be the reason. Personally, with all but five worked, I dread the day when I have them all. And I would, with the exception of VU7, had it not been for Uncle Sam making other plans for me. I need TO4E for a new one overall. My entire antenna system is collapsed on my tower while a major repair takes place. Hopefully this will be finished this weekend. In the meantime, I'm listening on 30! I'll admit I am a little nervous. Personally, I absolutely enjoy getting in the pile-ups and competing with the rest of the deserving. Thank you for being there and operating as professionals. I recall when YA came on in the early 90s. I didn't own an amp. I must have called them several thousand times over a period of nearly a week. I finally made it on 15 meters. And then there was the Banaba operation. I only had a vertical. I was getting up every morning at about 3a in MI and attempting to work them on 20 CW. I finally made it. When I got the card, there was a yellow post it note attached. It said, last CW QSO in log. Now that is FUN! Steve, N4JQQ Tony Martin W4FOA wrote: It saddens me to read all of the negative comments flying around regarding the current TO4E dxpedition. None of us really understand the environment in which the team is operating, nor do we know the difficulties they may be experiencing, be it health, weather or technical. They have only been on Europa for a couple of days, and as I understand it, they are still installing antennas, etc...so I must say, the early, very critical comments against the team are not only unkind but they are unwarranted. A more serious way to look at it is how it makes you, the criticizer look, and even more importantly to me, how it puts the USA ham in a very negative light. This is Thanksgiving Day in the USA, a time to be thankful for just how blessed we are here in the USA. Rather than throw stones at others, why don't you who want to be so critical, take a moment and be thankful that you are able to participate in our wonderful hobby, be thankful that you have a radio and antenna, be thankful for family and friends, and be happy for the freedoms we all take for granted. The TO4E team, as I understand it, will be there until mid December and chances are that before that time we will all have had our chance to work them. Just remember, the negative comments one makes here in the USA on the international DX Clusters, are seen all over the world. I wish you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving Day and a blessed holiday season. Just my 2 cents.. Tony, W4FOA Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org
Re: [DX-CHAT] TO4E Criticisms
A word to the wise should be sufficient! Bill W5EC Eat your turkey, be thankful and shut up! Bill W4WX
Re: [DX-CHAT] TO4E Criticisms
I recall when YA came on in the early 90s. I didn't own an amp. I must have called them several thousand times over a period of nearly a week. I finally made it on 15 meters. And then there was the Banaba operation. I only had a vertical. I was getting up every morning at about 3a in MI and attempting to work them on 20 CW. I finally made it. When I got the card, there was a yellow post it note attached. It said, last CW QSO in log. Now, that's DXing!! Bill W5EC Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org
