2m Pileup During a VHF Contest

[@skysurferboy]

Looks like a great day on 2m for you. Nice to see actual signal reports not the usual 5/9 for everything.

[@paisteformula6021]

That's a pity you stopped the video I was your 100th qso!

[@williethepimp]

Hi James. As someone only just back into radio and interested in contesting you should be made aware just how invaluable this video is. Information on contesting is so fragmented across the internet and without a single resource (beginners and up - A-Z) that it makes hard work breaking into it. Being able to watch you contest whilst using menu options and the rotator has given a unique perspective of actually operating. I've been at contest meetings with the local club but my goal is to go solo hill topping to which this video has helped my enthusiasm and confidence no end. Thank you and good luck.

[@M0JCQsSOTAChannel]

Glad you liked it and found it useful! There's nothing like diving in and giving it a go, but hopefully this highlights the operating. Not to say my contest operating is particularly good, I'm still working on that! 73 James M0JCQ

[@williethepimp]

@@M0JCQsSOTAChannel Myself as a non starter but with the experience of being present at a couple of club contesting events with seasoned folks you come across very well James. Not only your enthusiasm but vocally which no doubt helps bagging contacts. Once my hill toppers setup is complete I'll get in touch as I fully intend to be transmitting from the width and breadth the UK. Well, on the lumpy bits at least....

[@M0JCQsSOTAChannel]

@@williethepimp Please feel free to get in touch if you need any help (details on QRZ). My preference is also for the lumpy bits; being into both VHF contesting and SOTA - hence why I've never been to Norfolk!

[@sagebrother]

Looks like a lot of fun!!

[@VK6ZMS]

Where did you get the carry handles from ? Cheers

[@M0JCQsSOTAChannel]

I got these www.hamradio.co.uk/accessories-accessories-for-the-shack/mydel/mydel-7300-9700-8600-side-panel-guards-with-hand-grips-pd-8734.php There's a few companies that made side handles for the Icom 7300 and 9700.

[@johnflowers1976]

Some of those signals on the scope are either very strong or very wide (and need to sort it out...). How do you find the 9700 in strong signal conditions? 73 John G0JLF