[Elecraft] Welcome to CW

[Craig D. Smith]

Hi Frank ...

Welcome to the low bands!  I'd like to encourage you to try 30 meters.

It has several advantages over other bands:  Since contest activity is not
allowed you will not be up against many multi-element beams and KW+
competitors.  100W with a dipole will give you an average or better signal.
And don't overlook the reasonable size of a 30 meter dipole and the fact
that putting it at 30 ft or higher gives you a respectable radiation angle
and opportunity for some juicy DX contacts.

All the bands have something to offer, but I think that 30 has the most
advantages and the best probability of success for a beginner.

   73
            ... Craig  AC0DS