Re: [DX-CHAT] Are CW ops getting older?

2008-07-01 Thread Kurt Zimmerman
I will agree with you there. Second best means of copying is my Vibroplex paddle w/ built-in keyer in the rig. Contesting DX chasing a keyboard is the only way to go. Yup, copy with the ears... still have to translate it anyway be it writing it in a paper log or typing it into the

Re: [DX-CHAT] Extra Class Exam

2008-05-27 Thread Kurt Zimmerman
Correct me if I'm wrong but the purpose of studying is not to memorize 738 answers but to have a good working knowledge of the material? The number of questions/answers in the question pool have no bearing on what you should know... To me that is the sole purpose of studying. With that said..

Re: [DX-CHAT] Real DX

2007-10-04 Thread Kurt Zimmerman
I'm was only 5 months old... my memory isn't that sharp!!! lol 73; Kurt - W2MW --- J Dyer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Fifty years ago this week, a fourteen year old shortwave listener tuned his ancient Hallicrafters S40B to 20.005 Megacycles and was able to hear a weak, scratchy

Re: [DX-CHAT] 3 Steve's

2006-03-02 Thread Kurt Zimmerman
FYI I got the guestbook working now. Please take time to post your comments. 73; Kurt - W2MW --- Steve-KF2TI [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Spread the word, The 3 Steve's and Kurt website is finally back http://3stevesandkurt.dynu.com/ Please let us know what you think Look for

Re: Re[2]: [DX-CHAT] Pronouncing VU7

2006-02-22 Thread Kurt Zimmerman
I still think Vee-You-Seven is easier --- Art RX9TX [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello Zack, Wednesday, February 22, 2006 Zack Widup wrote to Peter Dougherty (W2IRT): I think you need a degree as a cunning linguist to pronounce that one, lest your dentures fly out of your mouth.