G3VGR | WPX SSB Contest |
I had the good fortune to return to Massachusetts in March 2005 on a three week business trip. It was great to meet up with my old friends at the Southborough Rod and Gun Club. The trip coincided with the WPX SSB Contest, which is a 48 hour HF bands affair.
We operated 2 stations, although operating time on the Saturday was seriously reduced because I slipped on some ice early in the morning, then had to be taken to hospital in the afternoon, where a fractured wrist was diagnosed. According to K1RDD, this was a punishment by the CW Gods for daring to use a microphone.
Operators during the contest were Larry, AG1C, Doug, K1RDD and Dave, G3VGR. Needing more operators, we went on a recruiting drive in Rhode Island on the weekend before the contest to enlist the help of Willis, KB1JFG. During the contest, we used the call AG1C, which is a useful multiplier for many. Here are some photos of the extravaganza.