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![DXpedition ops are always bombarded by “sked” requests’ and, over the years, I’ve satisfied many such requests during my ‘rare’ or ‘most wanted’ dx adventure. The term “sked” is shortened […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/0005-e1585189216857-115x115.jpg "*EDITORIAL* The Purpose of ‘Skeds’")
*EDITORIAL* The Purpose of ‘Skeds’
Posted on March 26, 2020 | No CommentsDXpedition ops are always bombarded by “sked” requests’ and, over the years, I’ve satisfied many such requests during my ‘rare’ or ‘most wanted’ dx adventure. The term “sked” is shortened […] -
![Attention Eleven Meter Band DX Hunters… If you seek traditional Islands On The Air DX adventure — targeting IOTA and/or NV/IOTA entities; if you seek genuine 11m dx club partnerships […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/61359555_2220560701313999_7884049286608977920_n-e1560047863522-115x115.jpg "*DXPEDITION REPORT* EU-074 & DIFM Tour Proofs")
*DXPEDITION REPORT* EU-074 & DIFM Tour Proofs
Posted on June 9, 2019 | No CommentsAttention Eleven Meter Band DX Hunters… If you seek traditional Islands On The Air DX adventure — targeting IOTA and/or NV/IOTA entities; if you seek genuine 11m dx club partnerships […] -
![I’ve been reading some interesting commentary across the ham forums about the work of ‘Ham Pilots’ for the current Conway Reef Dxpedition (3D2CR), and judging by what’s being typed, there […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/DXPEDITION-PILOT-e1559648525210-115x115.png "*EDITORIAL* The DXpedition Pilot")
*EDITORIAL* The DXpedition Pilot
Posted on June 4, 2019 | No CommentsI’ve been reading some interesting commentary across the ham forums about the work of ‘Ham Pilots’ for the current Conway Reef Dxpedition (3D2CR), and judging by what’s being typed, there […] -
![‘Jetlag’ (also known as desynchronosis) is a physiological condition commonly affecting DXpedition enthusiasts — one that results from rapid long-distance transmeridian travel. Once called ‘boat lag’ by maritime mobile dx […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/sexy-airplane-girls-e1555314697616-115x115.jpg "*EDITORIAL* Jetlag – the DXpeditioner’s Curse")
*EDITORIAL* Jetlag – the DXpeditioner’s Curse
Posted on April 14, 2019 | No Comments‘Jetlag’ (also known as desynchronosis) is a physiological condition commonly affecting DXpedition enthusiasts — one that results from rapid long-distance transmeridian travel. Once called ‘boat lag’ by maritime mobile dx […] -
![“You can’t cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water…” As the DA-RC slogan suggests, our club is dedicated to the thrill of making DX adventure more of […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SAM_0254-115x115.jpg "*EDITORIAL* The DXpedition Experience")
*EDITORIAL* The DXpedition Experience
Posted on July 2, 2015 | No Comments“You can’t cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water…” As the DA-RC slogan suggests, our club is dedicated to the thrill of making DX adventure more of […] -
![[Definition: Phonography — the practice of snapping quick digital pictures and then performing post-processing and sharing from within the mobile phone itself]. The importance of meeting DXpedition proofs requirements for any dx […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/phoneography2-115x115.jpg "*EDITORIAL* Phonography…The Future of DXpedition Proofs")
*EDITORIAL* Phonography…The Future of DXpedition Proofs
Posted on March 10, 2013 | No Comments[Definition: Phonography — the practice of snapping quick digital pictures and then performing post-processing and sharing from within the mobile phone itself]. The importance of meeting DXpedition proofs requirements for any dx […] -
![Described by some as the “Ultimate online DXpedition resource”, the website DX Holiday is a super haven for DXpeditioners seeking support with DXpedition planning. Though written predominantly for the ham […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Picture1-e1563701746533-115x115.png "*DX RESOURCE* DX Holiday")
*DX RESOURCE* DX Holiday
Posted on April 30, 2011 | No CommentsDescribed by some as the “Ultimate online DXpedition resource”, the website DX Holiday is a super haven for DXpeditioners seeking support with DXpedition planning. Though written predominantly for the ham […] -
![For a rare dx station, the decision on ‘if’ or ‘when’ to split-up is an important consideration — Split too early and you reduce your QSO rate — Split too […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/maxresdefault-e1563013152491-115x115.jpg "*EDITORIAL* Time to Split Up?")
*EDITORIAL* Time to Split Up?
Posted on May 15, 2010 | 2 CommentsFor a rare dx station, the decision on ‘if’ or ‘when’ to split-up is an important consideration — Split too early and you reduce your QSO rate — Split too […] -
![DXpedition, field and portable radio comms enthusiasts are always on the hunt for a good engine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by electromagnetic induction (i.e. a generator); one […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Yamaha-EF1000is-Generator_3464-e1562922543448-115x115.jpg "*PRODUCT REVIEW* EF1000iS Portable Power")
*PRODUCT REVIEW* EF1000iS Portable Power
Posted on April 13, 2010 | No CommentsDXpedition, field and portable radio comms enthusiasts are always on the hunt for a good engine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by electromagnetic induction (i.e. a generator); one […] -
![DA-RC members will confirm that DXpedition success depends on may factors. Some, like propagation, the reliability of equipment, of team members, WX and even ‘luck’ can not be controlled. Other […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/solomon-islands-history-e1563523273656-115x115.jpg "*EDITORIAL* Recon — Essential for DXpedition Planning")
*EDITORIAL* Recon — Essential for DXpedition Planning
Posted on October 2, 2009 | No CommentsDA-RC members will confirm that DXpedition success depends on may factors. Some, like propagation, the reliability of equipment, of team members, WX and even ‘luck’ can not be controlled. Other […]
![Standby serious IOTA DXpeditioners! In the Northern Gilbert Islands (OC-017), on distant Abaiang Atoll, is one of the best ham-friendly lodgings existing in the west-central Pacific Ocean… Terau Beach Bungalows. […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/64506632_850046725372810_987868183459266560_n-e1601811463604-36x36.jpg "*HAM FRIENDLY* Terau Beach Bungalows, Abaiang Atoll"){kind=small}
![According to Dx Adventure Radio Club (DA-RC) members in the Republic of Kiribati, when it comes to accommodation in the Central Pacific that’s conducive to radio operations, the Dreamer’s Guest […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Dreamers-Water-e1601429211542-36x36.png "*HAM FRIENDLY* Dreamers Guest House, Tarawa Atoll"){kind=small}
![When it comes to rare DXCC on ham or 11m frequencies, the Republic of Vanuatu (197 Division) and its staggering archipelago of 100+ Melanesian islands are one of the most […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Vanuatu-culture-©David-Kirkland-1000x560-1-e1586513471976-36x36.jpg "*HAM FRIENDLY* Tradewinds Resort, Vanuatu"){kind=small}
![Bordered by Honduras to the northwest, the Caribbean to the east, Costa Rica to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the southwest, the Republic of Nicaragua is a rare DXCC which always demands a huge pile up — […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/12-e1586068944789-36x36.jpg "*HAM SHACK* YN2N Rental Shack, Nicaragua"){kind=small}
![For the serious IOTA DX adventurist, it’s hard to find a better ham friendly accommodation than Pei DX Lodge on Prince Edward Island; just off New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/22391-best-of-prince-edward-island-ca-lghoz-e1569982251501-36x36.jpg "*HAM RENTAL* Pei DX Lodge"){kind=small}
![An exciting IOTA prospect for any serious Dxpeditioner or Island Hunter, Bermuda is a British island territory in the North Atlantic Ocean known for its pink-sand beaches. Possessing the reference […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/1920px-Flag_of_Bermuda.svg_-e1562917566662-36x36.png "*HAM RENTAL* VP9GE Guest Apartments, Bermuda"){kind=small}
![If you’re looking for a ham rental shack in the Pacific for the Oceania Contest to help crack major DX markets, or for a period of pile-up pumping holiday dx, […]](http://www.delta-alfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/1-e1562462507166-36x36.jpg "*HAM RENTAL* Palau"){kind=small}