Which is best, FT8 or CW?

Which is best, FT8 or CW?



In the latest of his "Radio Adventures" YouTube series, Richard G3CWI of SOTABEAMS takes a lighthearted look at whether FT8 or CW is better during a portable activation.

Since Richard launched the Radio Adventures series in November it has grown to having over 15 videos covering topics such as magnetic loop antennas and making a portable 80-10m doublet. Also included in the mix are more general videos such as looking at the best seating options for operating in the field. The focus is always on the more adventurous side of amateur radio with new content uploaded weekly.

http://bit.ly/ft8vscw

http://www.southgatearc.org/news/2020/january/which-is-best-ft8-or-cw.htm

 

Best for...


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Oh no!!! Richard is asking for trouble, lol.

 

FT8, best for helping hams with insomnia get a good nights sleep, even if it's at the radio bench.

 

I cant even believe you're comparing the two. Very skilled vs ZERO skill? uhh ok. RAC

 

Talk about opening a can of worms ..

 

Where's my popcorn..

 

CW requires some skill, not quite zero.

 

FT8 since most of the people don't know CW or have the SKILL.
73


K0UO with Commercial telegraphy element 4 (code at 25 wpm) and is still authorized to conduct the FCC commercial GROL radio exams.

 

Na you can get lots of sleep if you run it fully auto.

 

https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-464

Bots talking to Bots.....No thanks....

 

Automated CW has a long history. Let's not discount it.

 

Trying to compare apples to oranges.