Re: Topband: Proposal for Modification of DXCC Rules

2015-02-04 Thread Joel Harrison
Larry - very interesting proposal worth serious consideration! For the record, per your request, I am affiliated only with me, the amateur, and do not use a remote station 73 Joel W5ZN A few days ago someone on the reflector suggested if you don't like the DXCC rules get them changed.

Topband: Proposal for Modification of DXCC Rules

2015-02-04 Thread Larry Burke
A few days ago someone on the reflector suggested if you don't like the DXCC rules get them changed. Here's a proposal designed to maintain a certain amount of integrity in the DXCC program while allowing for the use of remotes, both personal and commercial. This should help those in

Re: Topband: Proposal for Modification of DXCC Rules

2015-02-04 Thread Tom W8JI
Back when the DXCC rules were changed to eliminate the requirement that all contacts must be made from within a 150 (?) mile radius to all contacts must be made from within the same entity the hobby was in a much different place. I think they need two awards. 1.) All contacts from a

Re: Topband: Proposal for Modification of DXCC Rules

2015-02-04 Thread Larry - K1UO
Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2015 2:50 PM To: topband@contesting.com Subject: Topband: Proposal for Modification of DXCC Rules A few days ago someone on the reflector suggested if you don't like the DXCC rules get them changed. Here's a proposal designed to maintain a certain amount of integrity

Re: Topband: Proposal for Modification of DXCC Rules

2015-02-04 Thread Greg Wilson
Larry -- I think your proposal provides the basis for a very workable solution and hope you will forward this idea to ARRL. I don't think the BOD gave this subject adequate consideration but your ideas offer a guidepost for what is ethical. While some will still cheat, most will follow the