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Pat Byrne <[log in to unmask]>
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For blind ham radio operators <[log in to unmask]>
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Fri, 19 Jul 2013 05:49:42 -0500
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Between a couple of trees - probably thirty feet or just a bit 
higher.  A bit droopy in the center but in a pretty straight 
line.  Last Field Day I contacted nearly everyone I called on the 
first try.  That was on 40 and 20.  I really enjoy the antenna.
PatAt 05:40 AM 7/19/2013, you wrote:
>Pat, thanks much.  How high is the apex of your antenna?  Also, about how
>high are the ends of the antenna?  I want to get as much info as I can
>whether it is good or bad.  I most likely will get the antenna.  Thanks
>again,
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
>On Behalf Of Pat Byrne
>Sent: Thursday, July 18, 2013 8:02 PM
>To: [log in to unmask]
>Subject: Re: Windom 6 thru 80 meter antenna
>
>Fred,
>I am running the version from the Wireman.  i'm especially pleased with the
>way it plays on 40, very good on 75 and probably not quite as good as my
>G5RV on 20.
>No issues with RFI.
>Enjoy.
>Pat, K9JAUAt 02:11 PM 7/18/2013, you wrote:
> >Are any of you guys running the 6 thru 80 meter windom antenna?  If so,
> >I would appreciate some info on this antenna.  How long are the legs
> >and best height for average use?  Any good or bad things that you have
> >to say about the antenna.  I recently heard a guy talking on a windom
> >and he had a very good signal barefooted and this got me interested.
> >First, I have to know the length so I can find if I have the space.  I
>will appreciate any info
> >good or bad.   Thanks much,

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