Ted,
You really expected a VHF contest to sound like Field day on the HF
bands? That tells me that you do not regularly operate VHF-ssb.
I have been pleading with the FM repeater HT hams for years to
explore the fun of VHF-ssb/cw/digital modes with multi types of
propagation and the response is they don't have the time, the cash,
the know-how, the property that allows antennas, etc. etc.
There is plenty VHF multi-mode radios available plus a wide
assortment of transverters, plus very economical surplus multi-modes
from past years. Radio supply is not the problem. With the
exception of 2m-eme using digital modes there is just not much
interest by the usual VHF users and especially new hams. Satellite
use has dwindled due to lack of cheap launch capability so new
satellites are essentially orbiting repeaters for the most part.
A radio with the capabilities you request will be in the $3000 class
(If not more). A K3/10 + transverters will accomplish this if you
want Elecraft equipment at less than that (I think). Or one could
buy the KX3 and add the 2M module when it comes out. Then add
transverters for 222, 432, 1296.
In 2012, I sold my FT-847 to purchase a 222-28 and 432-28 transverter
to go with my K3/10 which I already had 144-28 and 1296-28
transverters. The K3 + transverters make a "way superior" combo than
any multi-mode VHF/UHF that I have seen.
I am QRV from 600m to 3cm!
73, Ed - KL7UW
PS: I worked three stations in the Jan. VHF Contest!
From: Ted Edwards W3TB <w3tb....@gmail.com>
To: Dave <d...@g0dja.co.uk>
Cc: Elecraft Reflector <Elecraft@mailman.qth.net>
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Would anyone like to see an all-mode
VHF/UHFoffering from Elecraft?
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Yes for CW.
This would be a GREAT way to get our Techs beyond the limits of operating
on the repeaters.
Some years ago, I had expected the June/Sept VHF Contests to replace Field
Day as the big participation event for local clubs as the new Techs would
discover the many other ways to use their licenses. It didn't happen, but
this might help move along greater participation on VHF/UHF. Good idea!
73, Ed - KL7UW
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