02/19/2002 | K3DQB What a great time i had working the contest with my new FT-817 QRP rig and a 40 meter dipole. i made 47 contacts on 15 meters CW over a 3-1/2 hour period. QRP does offer some challenges when contesting but i had a great time with my 5 watt rig. -- K3DQB