On Sun, 20 Feb 2005 09:41:13 -0800, Caveat Lector wrote:
"helmsman" wrote:
On Sun, 20 Feb 2005 14:56:02 GMT, "Kb2sin" wrote:

Im looking to put up a better HF antenna than a G5RV which I currently
have. I am debating between a Vertical or a Beam. Please tell me what
your using and your experiences Thanks and 73's

Beams win hands down.

Agree -- but ya gotta get the beam up in the air ---- 42+ feet for a low
angle of radiation for DXing

See URL:
http://www.qsl.net/aa3rl/ant2.html

Beams are a little tough on 75M. Not much easier on 40M.

73
Jonesy
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