[Lowfer] A curious propagation observation

[Andy Bell]

A curious observation: I began monitoring 1750 meters
here in Tn. in Nov. almost daily, with computer &
ARGO, added narrow filter, etc; etc; etc. Nov. was
strong propogation for me. LW broadcasters at 20 to
30dB over S-9; pulling in LOWfer beacons with no
effort, however the operators farther north were
saying they weren't seeing anything much. In late
Dec., I noticed the signals began to weaken, and not
appear as often or as long. By early Jan. 08 it's like
a desert, virtually no signals to be found anywhere,
while on the other hand, the operators farther north
are now reporting strong signals.
This is my first " REAL " attempt at monitoring 1750
meters, so I have a lot to learn. Now: here's the dumb
statement / question : " Surely geographic location
would not have that much effect on propogation at any
given time or location !!! " The South receives, the
North dosen't. Then Vice Versa. Those of you that have
been around here for awhile can probably shed some
great light on this topic for me. And I certainly
appreciate your patience and input.
By the way: the difference between dumb, and stupid
is: Dumb is asking or doing something when you don't
know any better. Stupid, is: knowing better, and
asking or doing it anyway. ( certainly won't find that
in the dictionary ).
A sidebar: conditions on 137KHz seem to have improved
when 160 - 190KHz dropped ???
73 all: Andy - KU4XR


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