[PaQSO] Rovers vs. Mobiles

[n2cu at roadrunner.com]

As a "carpetbagger", I'd like to throw in my opinion (everyone has one, you know). I like the rover and mobile requirements just the way they are. If a rover wants to operate between stops, enter the mobile category instead. Otherwise the only distinction between the two is the type of antenna you can use. Is that enough of a distinction? Everyone wants to be loud, but you don't need portable antennas to work lots of stations. Make your mobile antenna system efficient and you will be heard. Plus, change counties often and stations will be looking for you. 

I have only been mobile contesting for 4 or 5 years, but have done well as a single-op with no driver. That means I miss a lot of QSOs during driving time between counties. Maybe bonus points could be added for every mile driven between stops. Just kidding...


73,
Tom N2CU <>< (N2CU/m in the PA and NY QSO parties)
K3 #3582