Big Gun

It's not often I hit some DX but WSPR helps me out quite a lot. Here's a screenshot from my latest 1w big gun escapade

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Whilst some might say that lifes too short for QRP. Newly licenced hams take note. 1w into a lossy vertical in a bad location doesn't mean you're stuck with QSO's as far as the end of the street.

All this was achieved with a modest transceiver (IC-7000) and a modest antenna (Hustler 6-BTV with a few radials). The lesson here is that DX isn't just for those with limitless pockets of cash, elevated QTH's and antenna systems that can rival your nearest broadcaster. You just might not be talking to the other station!