[DX-NEWS] QRP Info

2003-07-30 Thread Russell Kellam
With the high bands being what they are, I need a new challenge. Hell will freeze over before the four I need to "finish them all" will be QRV. Am looking at going back to basics with QRP CW. Would appreciate any QRPers contacting me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] with any comments/advice on getting

[DX-NEWS] Sterba Curtains

2003-08-01 Thread Russell Kellam
Many tnx for the responses on Sterba Curtains. Found a ton of info on the internet. If you've got the space it looks like a killer antenna for minimum expense except time and patience in construction. 73 to all, Russ W4UBC

[DX-NEWS] Buckmaster

2003-08-14 Thread Russell Kellam
I tried to get Buckmaster Hamcall on two search engines and three links. All three came back "page not available." Is there something I need to know?? Russ Kellam, W4UBC

Re: [DX-NEWS] 40M DX Nets

2001-12-30 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
I can tell you from peronal experience there is VERY LITTle DX on the Triple H net.It concentrates on folks trying for WAS on 40 meters. 73 Russ W4UBC w6ty wrote: Brian, There is a late nite DX net on 7.235(last time checked) called the triple H net. here is their web site:

Re: [DX-NEWS] re: Verbal licence

2002-03-13 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
I fully agree with the proposal that if P5 authorities refuse twice to issue a written license, they should be removed from the list until the problem is resolved thru the ITU. Don't forget, Marti Lane left them a complete amateur radion station. 73 Russ W4UBC Jim wrote: I have a feeling this

Re: [DX-NEWS] ARRL RESPONDS ABOUT P5/OH2BH LICENSE

2002-03-13 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
Having met Marti and worked several of his expeditions(but not P5) I sincerely doubt that he did anything illegal or underhanded(i.e. Romeo Stepanako). I recall him being among the most respected DXers world-wide. 73 Russ W4UBC MGB wrote: Question: Hi Bill, Lately there have been several

Re: [DX-NEWS] Ducie Logs?? Are There Any ??

2002-03-21 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
Amen James!! Their operators are really moving the Q's. Got them on 15 20 with my chincy square loop. 73 Russ W4UBC James Nipper wrote: What is the real story on uploading of the Ducie Logs ?? I am getting conflicting information.Some folks claim they are in the log as

Re: [DX-NEWS] Ducie Pilot Stations

2002-03-26 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
AMEN!! Very well run operation from top to bottom in spite of the RTTY 160 meter gliches. 73 Russ W4UBC Brian - KF2HC wrote: Hats off to Jay, Stu and Yoshi for keeping us informed during the VP6DI operation. You guys did a great job! Thanks! Brian KF2HC [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [DX-NEWS] Ed is doing a fine job in P5!

2002-04-16 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
The only way I've heard him loud enough to know I had a contact is to cut the AGC off and pray that a static crash doesn't blow out my nice Heil Pro-Set. 73 hang in there guys, Russ W4UBC Werner H. Berli wrote: I did hang in Ed's pile up again for 2 hours today and I just have to admire the

Re: [DX-NEWS] DXCC Cards

2002-04-27 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
Congratulations Mate. Will never forget my HR letter from ARRL.My XYL thought I was sick because tears were on my cheeks after reading it. I make no apology for them at all. It was a marvelous feeling to FINALLY make it. 73 congrats again, especially for making it on the outmoded CW. Gud DX Russ

Re: [DX-NEWS] VP6DI/XR0X QSL?

2002-06-22 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
Received my VP6DI card two days ago. 73 Russ W4UBC James Shryne, N6DHZ wrote: At 6/20/02 08:43 AM - DJ3IW Goetz wrote: Hi, are the QSLs for these calls out? Any news when we (Europe) might expect them? 73 de Goetz [EMAIL PROTECTED] I got VP6DI on Monday (June 10). Not sure about

Re: [DX-NEWS] Distribution

2002-07-01 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
Totally disagree!!!I did not send big bucks and I got my card last week. We need to be careful with allegations like this. 73 Russ W4UBC Mike Kathy Watson wrote: Go back and look at the order of distribution The guys that sent the big bucks get mailed first, then the smaller amounts later.

Re: [DX-NEWS] POssible trouble

2002-07-31 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
I complied and it was lead-in to buy spamarrest. 73 Russ W4UBC Steve-KF2TI wrote: Normally these warnings aren't suppose to be here, but I am getting WA to many questions about this.. I, as well as others received the following From: Gurnee [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To:

[DX-NEWS] SEANET

2002-12-13 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
Can anyone tell when where SEANET meets. I need a 9V on SSB.Have them on CW. Tnx 73 Russ W4UBC --- Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems, etc DX-NEWS http://njdxa.org/dx-news DX-CHAT: http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX

[DX-NEWS] SEANET Query

2002-12-16 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
Many tnx to all who responded with the SEANET info. Merry Christmas to all and gud DX. 73 Russ W4UBC --- Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems, etc DX-NEWS http://njdxa.org/dx-news DX-CHAT: http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message,

Re: [DX-NEWS] LOTW discussions

2003-06-02 Thread Russell Kellam Jr
Amen Steve. I'm getting tired of this!! 73 Russ W4UBC Steve-KF2TI wrote: Please note, that there are on-going discussion on LOTW (Logbook of the world) on our DX-CHAT reflector. You can subscribe via the website noted at the bottom of the post. There is an archive of CHAT :