Hi all,
N3MEL in Pennsylvania and I recently set up a BPQ node link using the VARA mode on 80 meters, about 180 miles apart. The path is great at night of course, but also perfectly usable throughout the day due to NVIS propagation. The link is mostly used for BBS mail-forwarding, which has been working great 24/7. We're both looking to expand the link to more BPQ nodes, specifically via RF-only... no internet AXIP links.
The idea is to link States via RF within NVIS range and avoid internet links, also using more local nodes via VHF. I'm looking for stations in NY in any direction except back south towards N3MEL. He's looking for stations in any direction except north. Thanks, 73.