For about 15 minutes, I have been on 8m FT8 on 40.680 with 2.5W to the dipole.
UPDATE 1443z: No spots all day. It looks like I need a much higher ERP to be really successful on 8m outside the main Es season. Yes, I manage the occasional report, but with just 2.5W and dipole, I am having a hard time. Should I spend £50 for a renewal of my T&I permit for 8m?
UPDATE 1844z: G0HVQ (181km) has spotted me. After a period on TX, the power drops. My estimate is my power was about 1.8W when I was spotted.
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