I just worked 5N0OCH (Nigeria) for a new one on 40 meters. The guy is just booming into Houston as I type this – 20 over. Stronger than most Stateside stations. A quick check of his website shows why. Continue reading 'Now THERE’S an antenna!'»

First, enjoy this website. Then take a few minutes contemplate the work behind it. Absolutely amazing – a near real-time look/listen of activity on 20, 40 and 80 meters in the Netherlands.
A book could be written describing all the ways computers and the internet have enhanced ham radio rather than taking from it (in terms of those entering a technical hobby). And to think I resisted buying one for so long way back when. A Luddite no more!