I think most people know I use a horizontal 160m Dipole as my main antenna . . .
But my 6ft Receiving Loop is vertically polarised . . . so it's quite interesting to see the difference in signals between the two. (I have a pre-amp that makes local signals the same strength on the Loop) Most EU signals are stronger on the Dipole . . . and listening to those wide radar type signals (from Russia?) there is a huge difference in tone when switching (due to phase differences) However . . . although SOME DX signals are stronger on the Loop, it's interesting that most of the time, they're exactly the same strength. (but my S/N is usually 6 -10dB better on the Loop . . even more if there's any local switch-mode electrical interference) Regarding 160m Conditions, not bad on Thursday night . . . but poor last night - apart from a Sunset Peak sweeping across NA, after that signals dropped right off. (my signals typically dropping 25dB on RBN sites). Roger G3YRO _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.contesting.com/_topband - Topband Reflector