[CW] Small Paddles
Peter E. Beedlow
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Thu, 26 Dec 2002 11:35:12 -0600
If you need a smaller set of paddles check out the Vibroplex Code Warrior.
Magnetic, but with a good feel. They are the commercial version of a kit
that the Norcal QRP club marketed a few years ago. I've been running a set
mobile for about a year and a half and really like the paddles. The one
shortcoming however is the design of the plastic finger pieces. There is not
enough distance between the attachment screw and the end of the plastic to
provide the required structural strength. I've broken several of the finger
pieces so I had made some wooden replacements and they suffered the same
problem. Not having the equipment nor the desire to re-machine the swing
arms I had a friend make some aluminum replacements. They're not pretty, but
they are strong and I haven't broken one yet.
Cheers and Happy New Year to all.
Pete, NN9K