I know the biggest variable when it comes to shooting skip is atmospheric conditions, and it is possible on the right day even with a stock radio and a decent mobile antenna.
My current setup: Galaxy DX959 and a Wilson 1000 mag mount antenna in my truck. I have not had any luck making long distance contacts with this setup. In fact, my furthest contact in the month that i've had this setup has been 3 miles.
My question is, what is my next move if I want to get in on all the DXing I hear on 17, 15, 28, and 38 LSB?? Would an amp like the Xforce Midnight Special 200 or TNT 250 give me enough of a boost to be heard in the world of sound?? Or do I need to focus on getting a base setup going?
Thanks for any help, sorry if this topic is beat to death!
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i talk to folks everday 3,000 miles and further on less radio than you have,and i only run 100 watts if needed.and bottom ring of my astroplane is only 30 ft down in the trees a bit.i have also talked the same distance with 4 watts on a good day.
dont give up,keep shouting out and you will find out youself..when its too crowded on 38lsb try it on 38lsb..j9