Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Huntsman 140 Operators Needed June 15th 2019 - Urgent

I was contacted by Thor Femenias, KF7RKO.  He is organizing the communications for the Huntsman 140.  The Huntsman 140 website has this to say about the event.
The Huntsman 140 is an epic ride through some of Utah’s most beautiful valleys. This road cycling event is a non-competitive, single day, fully supported ride, with multiple distance options that make it the ideal ride for both the beginner and seasoned cyclist. Cross the finish line and celebrate with friends and family at the Finish Line Festival with food, drinks, live music, giveaways from sponsors, games, and a kid’s zone play area.
The Huntsman 140 has distance options of 25, 50, 75, 100, and 140 miles with a 140-mile relay option. Sign up for the epic 140-mile ride from Delta, Utah, or ride any distance with an out-and-back course across the Wasatch Front.
In past years the event started in Delta, Utah and finished at Fort Douglas Field at the University of Utah.  This year they have added an additional course that starts at Fort Douglas and goes to Antelope Island and then backtracks Fort Douglas.  Basically it doubles the amount of operators needed.  Below is a list of what is currently needed.

Also, in previous years they have tried to utilize cell phones and text messages.  That has not worked out well, so all race communication will be going over Amateur Radio frequencies.

SAG (Support And Gear)
  • Need 4 More People
  • Requirements
    • Pickup Truck
    • Mobile Radio Required
Race Official Shadow
  • Need 1 Operator
  • Experienced Operator
  • Will follow race official, letting them know how things are progressing as well as obtaining answers to questions.
Net Control
  • 3 to 4 People
  • Net Control Experience helpful, but not required.

Aid Station
  • Need 8 People
  • Will be communicating needs and issues to NET Control.
  • NET control will be utilizing UHF and VHF Frequencies.
If you are interested please contact Thor at thorcomradio@gmail.com.

Winlink Wednesday

It is that time of week again. Winlink Wednesday! This spring has been the second wettest to date.  Water and electricity do not mix.  In the body of your message explain how you have prepared for wet weather operating.  Use the Winklink General Check-In Template.

As always, if you need more information regarding Winlink Wednesday, go here:  https://www.wvcarc.com/p/winlink-wednesday.html

Thanks,

Mat
K2MJM

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Winlink Wednesday

It is that time of week again. Winlink Wednesday! Please include in the body if you have any big plans for the summer.  Use the Winklink General Check-In Template.

As always, if you need more information regarding Winlink Wednesday, go here:  https://www.wvcarc.com/p/winlink-wednesday.html

Thanks,

Mat
K2MJM

Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Winlink Wednesday

It is that time of week again. Winlink Wednesday! Please include in the body if you do any HF work.  Use the Winklink General Check-In Template.

As always, if you need more information regarding Winlink Wednesday, go here:  https://www.wvcarc.com/p/winlink-wednesday.html

Thanks,

Mat
K2MJM

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Winlink Wednesday

It is that time of week again. Winlink Wednesday!  I don't remember if I did this already, but this week please include in the body a topic you would like covered at one of our upcoming in person meets.  Use the Winklink General Check-In Template.

As always, if you need more information regarding Winlink Wednesday, go here:  https://www.wvcarc.com/p/winlink-wednesday.html

Thanks,

Mat
K2MJM

Thursday, May 2, 2019

Winlink uhhh Thursday?

So, I forgot to make my normal Winlink Wednesday post as I was preparing for the Salt Flats 100 Endurance Run which will be held this weekend.  Also I found out that the node was down... grrrr.  Anyway, I see that a bunch of you went ahead and checked in, which is great.  The node is back up, and if you would still like to check-in please do so today.  Use the Winklink General Check-In Template.

As always, if you need more information regarding Winlink Wednesday, go here:  https://www.wvcarc.com/p/winlink-wednesday.html

Thanks,

Mat
K2MJM