[PaQSO] PSK 31 and PAQP - (and I have no idea WHY my last TWO posts

[David All]

Here is a thought.  I like your comment that it will never replace the
staple modes, but what about if the PAQP took a leap it promoting these
modes by offering bonus points, or increase the point value of these
contacts (kind of like VHF contest).

Ver 1- Offer a 100 bonus for 5 or less contacts on Digital and 10 point
bonus for each additional 10 contacts= for 15 contacts you would get 110
point bonus
Ver 2- Each of the digital modes would carry higher point weight vs the
current 2pt value.  Say digital contacts were worth 5 points each.

Dave N3XUD



On Sun, Oct 27, 2013 at 11:38 AM, Tom Williams <n2cu at roadrunner.com> wrote:

> My experience with digital modes in QSO parties is that it is not really
> worth the effort. The only one I specifically try to work with a few RTTY
> QSOs is the Salmon Run where the bonus station can be worked that mode for
> an extra 500 points. Even so, there usually ends up being only 2 or 3 QSOs.
> The NYQP coincided once with a RTTY contest and I was able to take
> advantage
> of working those guys for the NYQP. I just sent both exchanges.
>
>
>
> I have had RTTY and PSK31 in the mobile for both the PA and NY QP's, but
> never heard any activity, nor did I get answers when I CQ'd for 5-10
> minutes
> straight. I also tried a few PSK31 QSOs on FD and all I can say is it is
> definitely NOT a contest mode! YMMV, but I have decided to squash the idea
> of taking my audio cables and interface on future mobile excursions. The
> time is better spent working 240/hour rates from Cameron, Forest or Warren
> counties :-)
>
>
>
> 73,
>
> Tom N2CU <><
>
> K3 #3582
>
>
>
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