Nick I really don't understand what point you are trying to make . . .
Why do you think running High Power in a Contest is "harmful"? Sure, you had more QSOs in the CQ160 this year (running Low Power) . . . but you would expect that, as you were operating for 7 more hours compared to last year ! I agree that you don't need to run High Power to work around Europe . . . but if you want to work DX (such as W/VE) you really need to run high power in a Contest or most stations over there simply won't hear you ! (as demonstrated by the very few NA stations you worked) Roger G3YRO _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.contesting.com/_topband - Topband Reflector
