24-09-2016, 05:57 PM
Rex
Trevor's QTH has significant advantage for the paths north and south compared to the vast majority of BNE stations. A quick comparison using any terrain analysis software paints that picture.
I know that from much study and terrain profiling, that from my QTH I am significantly compromised on 23cm to the north, relying on scatter paths to complete any QSO with stations on the Sunshine Coast.
On the AE path south to say Grant VK2MAX, my 'hot spot' is <10% the size of Trevor's, resulting in Qs that are just a couple of overs in max duration. But to the south east (ZL), my elevation has proven to deliver better results for me (so far).
From what I've seen, due to the terrain of the greater BNE area, I think that each and every station needs to be considered and profiled independently.
But as for not hearing many BNE stations on the 23-on-23... the main reason BNE stations are not heard is that of the ¬20 odd stations identified as having capability, is that they're rarely active and even these events don't attract them!
But as the format of both the 23-on-23 and 23-on-23+MAD have proven popular with those willing to make an effort... I'm at a loss as towhat it will take to get the others on!
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Trevor's QTH has significant advantage for the paths north and south compared to the vast majority of BNE stations. A quick comparison using any terrain analysis software paints that picture.
I know that from much study and terrain profiling, that from my QTH I am significantly compromised on 23cm to the north, relying on scatter paths to complete any QSO with stations on the Sunshine Coast.
On the AE path south to say Grant VK2MAX, my 'hot spot' is <10% the size of Trevor's, resulting in Qs that are just a couple of overs in max duration. But to the south east (ZL), my elevation has proven to deliver better results for me (so far).
From what I've seen, due to the terrain of the greater BNE area, I think that each and every station needs to be considered and profiled independently.
But as for not hearing many BNE stations on the 23-on-23... the main reason BNE stations are not heard is that of the ¬20 odd stations identified as having capability, is that they're rarely active and even these events don't attract them!
But as the format of both the 23-on-23 and 23-on-23+MAD have proven popular with those willing to make an effort... I'm at a loss as towhat it will take to get the others on!
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