[amsat-bb] QRP Mode and JOTA

Getting ready for JOTA, I just gave the QRP Mode a try. The satellite was difficult to copy on a 66.3 degree pass. Using my arrow antenna I had to compensate for deep fades. Plus, the squelch was open. Anyone else having the same experience?

Thanks & 73

Erik Jacobsen, KB9BNY & W9W on 10/20-10/21.