Yes - even after the ice thaws. Granted, it's much easier to see a
fiberglass antenna after the ice, but that's because they are frequently
on the ground if they get too much ice - especially when accompanied by
wind. It's not THAT bad, but dipole type antennas do survive the
elements much better than fiberglass antennas.
And if it's for a VHF repeater, stay away from the fiberglass antennas.
They develop cracks that create a ton of duplex noise. The elements are
too long to flex in the wind, and they create cracks at the solder
joints.
Joe M.
Neil McKie wrote:
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> > From: "Jed Barton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
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> > Sent: Thursday, December 09, 2004 12:58 PM
> > Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Station master antennas
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> > > Hey guys,
> > > What's the opinion on a good station master, celwav, sinclaire, or what.
> > > Any ideas?
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> > > Thanks,
> > > Jed
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