[WIQPmail] How to Improve My WIQP Performance

[Chuck Milam, N9KY]

Scott:

Unlike some other contests, QSO parties usually encourage use of assistance
to maximize the fun for both activators and chasers, so I find it best to
use more than just one source.  The DX cluster in N1MM+ is one source, but
also consider using:

1.  The Reverse Beacon Network (filter for stations you're following)
2.  Country Hunters Spot Pages
3.  APRS Live Maps


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Chuck Milam, N9KY
N9KY at arrl.net

On Fri, Mar 2, 2018 at 12:40 PM, Scott Zastoupil via WIQP-Mail <
wiqp-mail at warac.org> wrote:

> All,
>
> I would like to pick the brains of other on operating strategy for the
> WIQP.  I realize this may be like asking to see your poker hand, but it
> can't hurt to ask.  hi hi.
>
> The WIQP has been something that I look forward to every year and has
> become very addictive.  My entry is single fixed at home.  In the past I
> have focused on QRP with ~75% CW and 40 and 80.  Mostly operating search
> and pounce.
>
> While this is a competition of sorts, I treat it like many other things I
> do as a competition against myself.  I ask myself "how can I improve since
> the last time".
>
> So I am wondering if anyone has any words of wisdom on how I can improve
> my personal best.  With that in mind I will be operating fixed, low power,
> in Wisconsin.  I am thinking of changing to "low" power to compete with a
> larger group of people instead of the QRP x4 CW multiplier.  I feel like
> the next area of focus should be getting more Q's by running (calling CQ)
> on 40 and 20 now that I will be running a higher power instead of QRP.  My
> antenna system consist of wires and have specifically installed a NVIS 40
> meter dipole and have been experimenting with ground wire reflectors.  It
> feels like the Q's out of state for total contacts is what I'm missing.  My
> approach is incremental improvements instead of trying to change too many
> things at once.
>
> What are your guys thoughts on how to improve?
> - More calling CQ?
> - Focus mostly on CW?
> - More time on 20 meters?
> - Introduce technique XYZ (fill in the blank)?
> - Better track the mobile stations.  I rely on N1MM spotting in my log and
> remind myself to check back often.  Not the best system, but not sure how
> to improve.
> - SO2R.  (Not sure I'm ready for that)
> - Shorter CW callsign (done.  Was KB0KFX/9.  New call is half the
> dits/dahs)
>
> Ideally I wouldn't be asking this question at the 11th hour, but I'll do
> what I can.
>
> I'd appreciate any feedback.  Thank you!
>
>
> Scott
> KX9RT
> Waupaca County
>
>
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