Lots of fun comparing freestanding aerials and while Dave’s loop clocked just a couple of FT8 reports, David’s DP200 telescopic vee (currently around £100 from AliExpress delivered) had dozens of reports around Europe in a matter of minutes.
Next Meeting Wednesday 26th June at William Morris Sixth Form annex
We’re getting a bit more successful and hopefully we’ll get some good contacts this week at:
William Morris Sixth Form
St Dunstan’s Road
London
W6 8RB
The evening will run from 7:00pm until 10:00pm, but the room will be available from 6:30 onward if anyone wants to arrive slightly earlier (e.g. to set up any kit).
People coming by car are encouraged to use the gated carpark (to avoid neighbours complaining about parking). The roads in the area tend to be very busy until at least 6:30pm, so don’t arrive too early.
To access the room (and car park) you will need to be let in through the security gates. Once you’re right outside the gate Just summon someone using your handheld on 145.500MHz. If you can’t use a radio for entry then contact us in advance and we’ll provide a mobile number you can call instead. (One of this month’s tasks is to figure out how to mount a wireless doorbell near the gate so it’s subtly accessible but won’t be abused or stolen.)
Wifi is available in the annex, which also features hot drink making facilities (you’ll need to bring your own cups and ingredients), toilet, and you can bring your own beverages, alcoholic or otherwise.
As usual check the Discord server for up to the minute info and email if you don’t have a Discord link.
Next meeting Friday 14th June 2024 at 20:00 online
Usual meeting on Friday with chat about the Wednesday meetings and thoughts about activities for the club now it seems we have a home again.
If you’ve got any particular topics for conversation pleases let me know and we’ll dedicate time for it.
Link to be sent on the day as usual.