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Posted: 3/19/2020 12:46:45 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Gyprat]
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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Update (11/29/22): Propagation has been decent. We have been able to continue the nets on 40 meters only. Due to winter propagation, we may have to do the net on 80 meters. Look for posts before the net starts to verify band and frequency selected for the net. ARFCOM (American Radio Friendship Community net), weekly SSB Phone net. Each Tuesday, at 8:00 PM Eastern. 7.213 Mhz primary frequency, plus/minus QRM 7.285 Mhz secondary frequency, plus/minus QRM. Most of the time we and up on this frequency, 7.285 Mhz. Exact frequency will be posted (on the last page) before each net starts. --------------------------------- ---------------------------------- FYI. For 80m nets only (when 40m propagation is poor): Due to the frequent 80m band congestion and multiple "rag chew" nets, it's not practical to use Arfcom frequencies on the 80m band. Net Control Station will find an open frequency and post it here. We'll try to keep it near 3.861 Mhz, +/- QRM (usually +10, -10 Khz but not always) We'll keep it within the "General Class" portion of the band. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Everyone is encouraged to participate. Feel free to give us your situation report. For the newbies: This net is held on shortwave amateur radio frequencies. You need a General, Advanced or Extra class, amateur radio license and all appropriate radio equipment to participate. Want to become a ham? Read here first. Feel free to ask any questions or post your suggestions. 73! 
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Posted: 3/19/2020 2:26:48 AM EDT
[#1]
Originally Posted By Gyprat:
Let's see who is interested. If interested, please tell us what time / day of the week works best for you. Should we try 40 meters first? Maybe switch to 80 meters if 40 is not cooperating? Stay safe. |
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Posted: 3/19/2020 6:47:03 AM EDT
[#2]
I’m a novice at all this stuff. But would love to try to connect if I can.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 7:19:26 AM EDT
[#3]
I'm open to any day of the week. 1300 UTC is when my day gets busy but I can usually find time. After 0100 UTC to 0300 UTC is best.
I just moved my main 7200 into my office so I can monitor throughout the day. Prob best chance on 40. |
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Posted: 3/19/2020 7:19:58 AM EDT
[#4]
Sounds like a great idea.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 7:22:40 AM EDT
[#5]
I’d like to try it would all come down to time for me as my station is set up at work.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 7:28:12 AM EDT
[#6]
in
what happened to the old 80m thread ? I met a bunch of you guys on SSB 40 & 80, about 10years ago 
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Posted: 3/19/2020 7:36:10 AM EDT
[#7]
I am home for the duration. I will be available at whichever time and freq the rest of you want to give it a go. I don't have a tier one station, but it all works. East Central Illinois if that gives you a rough idea of my qth. ( just south of Champaign County).
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PA, USA
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Posted: 3/19/2020 9:13:10 AM EDT
[#8]
Interested. Am in SE PA.
73, de Ray |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 3/19/2020 10:36:08 AM EDT
[#9]
I would be interested! I can't get on every week due to working rotating hours, but I would like to improve my HF phone skills and get more proficient on my radios. Northwest Ohio here. I like the idea of 40m first, then 80m if needed too.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 10:39:20 AM EDT
[#10]
I would be interested.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 11:36:35 AM EDT
[#11]
HF amplifiers are a must...I'm in.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 11:38:16 AM EDT
[#12]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By K9-Bob:
HF amplifiers are a must...I'm in. |
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Posted: 3/19/2020 11:43:46 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Colt653]
[#13]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By swampfoxoutdoors: QRP..... last time we did this, the guys like gyprat and k9bob could be heard ( because they had amps ) the 100watts and mobile guys had a tuffer time on 40 & 80 then somebody, probably pic, tried to take over the 3898 guys, it was pitiful .....like the japanese at alligator creek arfcom was mowed down by kilowatts 
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Posted: 3/19/2020 11:53:44 AM EDT
[#14]
Taggage
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Posted: 3/19/2020 12:56:08 PM EDT
[#15]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Derek45:
QRO last time we did this, the guys like gyprat and k9bob could be heard ( because they had amps ) the 100watts and mobile guys had a tuffer time on 40 & 80 then somebody, probably pic, tried to take over the 3898 guys, it was pitiful .....like the japanese at alligator creek arfcom was mowed down by kilowatts Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Derek45:
Originally Posted By swampfoxoutdoors: QRP..... last time we did this, the guys like gyprat and k9bob could be heard ( because they had amps ) the 100watts and mobile guys had a tuffer time on 40 & 80 then somebody, probably pic, tried to take over the 3898 guys, it was pitiful .....like the japanese at alligator creek arfcom was mowed down by kilowatts |
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Posted: 3/19/2020 1:00:59 PM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By K9-Bob:
HF amplifiers are a must...I'm in. But if we do it on 20m during the daytime, I'll give it a shot with my 100w. 40m on my random wire with 10w.....not even worth trying. |
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Posted: 3/19/2020 1:01:37 PM EDT
[#17]
I'm down for it if we do it in the evening.
I don't have 80m but I can do 40m. |
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Posted: 3/19/2020 1:23:11 PM EDT
[#18]
I used to get into the old net with my FT-857, then TS480HX and TARHEEL II mobile
May have to print up some more QSL cards  Attached File |
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Posted: 3/19/2020 1:31:57 PM EDT
[#19]
Id give it a try. 20, 40 or 80m works. Anytime after 4pm central, any day.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 2:06:26 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Alembic]
[#20]
I can do after 2100 hrs EDT, except for Monday and Wednesday. Anywhere on 40 meters and up to 3.810 on 80. Prefer 40.
Running 100w only but eyeing amps this weekend. Could pick up an AL-80B f the seller is willing to meet me halfway ~200 miles 
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Posted: 3/19/2020 4:43:17 PM EDT
[#21]
I will give it a shot with what I have. I'm only rocking a 40M dipole and 100w at the moment, but I'll try my darndest.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 4:57:47 PM EDT
[#22]
I would be interested. Dunno when I'll be able to play. About to tear my station down for a move.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 5:06:11 PM EDT
[Last Edit: penrod72]
[#23]
I am good with this. Not sure if it would make sense to start on 20, then move down in freq.
Also working from home mostly, so days and time can be flexible. Avoid Mondays during day before 4:00 eastern if possible please. |
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Posted: 3/19/2020 5:06:38 PM EDT
[#24]
I am good with this. Not sure if it would make sense to start on 20, then move down in freq.
Also working from home mostly, so days and time can be flexible. Avoid Mondays if possible please during day |
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NJ, USA
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Posted: 3/19/2020 7:03:22 PM EDT
[#25]
I'm available almost all the time, I do however step out now & again.
Please keep it in the General class range. Thanks |
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IA, USA
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Posted: 3/19/2020 7:29:52 PM EDT
[#26]
I would love to check in on a net with the guys around here. Probably 40 or 20 for me. If you get something worked out I'll certainly try to join in once in awhile.
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Posted: 3/19/2020 9:25:18 PM EDT
[#27]
Count me in. If I'm not at work when you hold it I'll join in if I hear you. I have talked to Gyprat on 40 meters before, so I know I can talk to him. The way my dipole is oriented it talks good North and South. The farthest west I've ever made contact was Texas. I'll sure give it a try.
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NV, USA
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Posted: 3/19/2020 11:26:32 PM EDT
[Last Edit: rara1141]
[#28]
Interested. Las Vegas, NV -
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Posted: 3/20/2020 12:03:57 AM EDT
[#29]
I should have my hf sorted tomorrow and since I'm working from home I'm game to try anytime.
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FL, USA
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Posted: 3/20/2020 12:59:49 AM EDT
[#30]
Interested from SE FL. Open to times, days and bands.
73 BJD |
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NV, USA
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Posted: 3/20/2020 8:23:01 AM EDT
[#31]
I'm WFH also, so I'd likely be able to join.
Las Vegas |
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USA
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Posted: 3/20/2020 9:02:46 AM EDT
[#32]
So looks like there is a interest.
14.250 1900 CT everyday 7250 same time everyday If it doesn't work out we try something different 73 |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 12:28:13 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Jester_MP]
[#33]
I'll be sitting in front of the radio most all of the next foreseeable future, tell me a freq area to monitor and I'll just haing out there.
I'll sit at 7250 during the weekday, just call cq arfcom and If I hear ya I'll answer. NW PA. |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 12:34:07 PM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Apple123:
14.250 1900 CT everyday 7250 same time everyday 1900 CT? So, 0000 UTC. I'll try 7.250 first, since that seems to be reasonable at that time of the evening. |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 1:06:52 PM EDT
[#35]
7.250 will probably have AM broadcast at night
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Posted: 3/20/2020 2:16:06 PM EDT
[#36]
We don't have to use amps. Perhaps this net will motivate us to improve our current antennas.
40 meters will probably be our best choice. It seems like 80 meters has turned into another CB band by a bunch of entitled individuals who think they own 'their frequencies'. What if we do a trial run this weekend? Say, Saturday evening? |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 2:18:08 PM EDT
[#37]
I'll try to be listening this evening as well as tomorrow.
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Posted: 3/20/2020 4:32:18 PM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Gyprat: We don't have to use amps. Perhaps this net will motivate us to improve our current antennas. 40 meters will probably be our best choice. It seems like 80 meters has turned into another CB band by a bunch of entitled individuals who think they own 'their frequencies'. What if we do a trial run this weekend? Say, Saturday evening? Lets do Arf primary on 40 - 7.213 at 0100UTC (2100EDT) |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 6:10:38 PM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LT_Beaker: Lets do Arf primary on 40 - 7.213 at 0100UTC (2100EDT) Fine with me. I just need to be on another net at 10 pm ET. Let's see if this time works for the rest of the crew. If not, propose a different time. |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 6:34:40 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LT_Beaker: Lets do Arf primary on 40 - 7.213 at 0100UTC (2100EDT) I’ll see if I can get on there. It’ll be my first time on HF. |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 6:42:30 PM EDT
[#41]
When the weather breaks, and I can get my HF antennas installed, I'll have time anytime.
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Posted: 3/20/2020 7:17:24 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Gyprat: Fine with me. I just need to be on another net at 10 pm ET. Let's see if this time works for the rest of the crew. If not, propose a different time. Firing Up ye old Hollow state coax tester 
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Posted: 3/20/2020 7:25:39 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Derek45: 7.250 will probably have AM broadcast at night It's 23:22 UTC now and there is a very strong broadcast station coming in. I believe the language they are speaking is Spanish so I don't even know where it's from. My friend Jorge isn't here to translate. |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 7:51:39 PM EDT
[#44]
not a lot of space on 40m tonight
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Posted: 3/20/2020 8:10:35 PM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Gyprat: We don't have to use amps. Perhaps this net will motivate us to improve our current antennas. 40 meters will probably be our best choice. It seems like 80 meters has turned into another CB band by a bunch of entitled individuals who think they own 'their frequencies'. What if we do a trial run this weekend? Say, Saturday evening? What's going on with 80? More 14.313 chaos? I'm not on 80 right now anyway just curious |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 8:16:14 PM EDT
[#46]
yea to be honest its been worse then that, like CB channel 6 on 5 or 6 different frequencies
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USA
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Posted: 3/20/2020 8:31:33 PM EDT
[#47]
Alright been on 20 and 40 calling my head off and not one answer. So I guess this was a lost cause. If we are going to do this let's make it every night screw the Saturday night shit. I'm past 80 and Im not waiting week to week. There's "Germs" out there trying to kill me
Got on 7213 and talked to a station in La, didn't know anything about Arfcom. Did anyone hear anyone? |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 8:32:00 PM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LTCetme: What's going on with 80? More 14.313 chaos? I'm not on 80 right now anyway just curious Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LTCetme: Originally Posted By Gyprat: We don't have to use amps. Perhaps this net will motivate us to improve our current antennas. 40 meters will probably be our best choice. It seems like 80 meters has turned into another CB band by a bunch of entitled individuals who think they own 'their frequencies'. What if we do a trial run this weekend? Say, Saturday evening? What's going on with 80? More 14.313 chaos? I'm not on 80 right now anyway just curious I have 80 meter capability, and it works better than 40, but it's horrible right now. I think 11 meter was more civil back in the 80's. People seem to lay claim to "their" frequency and only they and the ones they approve can use it. I've heard some of the most vulgar things said over the air on 80. When I first got my Tech back in 94, they made you believe if you did things like that the FCC would revoke your ticket and take your gear. I guess nobody fears that anymore. |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 8:34:58 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Apple123: Alright been on 20 and 40 calling my head off and not one answer. So I guess this was a lost cause. If we are going to do this let's make it every night screw the Saturday night shit. I'm past 80 and Im not waiting week to week. There's "Germs" out there trying to kill me Got on 7213 and talked to a station in La, didn't know anything about Arfcom. Did anyone hear anyone? Give a call. I'm on 7.213 right now. If you're west of the Mississippi River I won't hear you. |
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Posted: 3/20/2020 8:38:29 PM EDT
[#50]
I need to trim my antenna because it stinks on 40M. I don't hear anyone on 7213.
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