Headline: đ» Think you can out-simplex Mike AA9RK? Prove it on February 22nd!
Whether youâre a seasoned contester or just want to see how far your home station can reach without a repeater, the 2026 MRAC FM Simplex Contest is for you!
This is a fast-paced “Sprint” event. No complicated setupsâjust FM Simplex, your call sign, and your grid square. Itâs like a club meeting on the air, but with a scoreboard!
đ WHEN: Sunday, February 22, 2026 đ TIME: 1:00 PM â 4:00 PM CST ⥠FORMAT: A 3-hour sprint rotating through 2m, 70cm, 6m, 1.25m, and Digital.
Why Join?
- Technician Bonus: Get a 1.5x multiplier on your final score!
- Club Pride: Mention your club affiliation to help your team win the Club Trophy.
- The Big Challenge: Mike AA9RK has been the defending champ for 2 years. Whoâs going to take him down in 2026?
- Bonus Points: Work club station W9RH for an instant 100-point boost.
đ New to Contesting? Check out the Milwaukee “Four-Corners” (Beloit & 70th) to easily jump between grid squares EN52, EN53, EN62, and EN63!
đ Full Rules & Log Submission: http://tinyurl.com/mracsimplex Letâs fill the airwaves! 73!