Mike,

One thing to remember is that the antennas from Alpha Delta, or Hy-Power 
antennas in Pennsylvania, are going to be resonant on several bands, 
depending on which model you look at.  The G5RV is a fine antenna, but 
will only be close to resonant on 20 meters and will need a tuner 
everywhere else.   You may even find the need to use the tuner on part 
or all of 20 meters.  You've also expressed an interest in 30 meter 
operation.  While lots of guys load it on 30 and make a bunch of 
contacts, it is not  really the best band for this antenna.  If putting 
out a killer signal on 30 meters is  a top priority, you should bear 
this in mind.

73, Steve KW3A




On 3/15/2011 9:01 AM, Michael Ryan wrote:
> Hi Richard:=20
>
> The Alpha Delta DXCC sells for 175 plus taxes and shipping. Kind of =
> expensive for a piece of wire, considering the MFJ 102 foot G5RV sells =
> for 60.=20
> 73:=20
>
> Mike=20
>