Rusty Radio Rally

Many local radio rallies have sadly disappeared over the past few years, so it was refreshing to see that a local group of enthusiasts had got together and organised a rally of their own.

To quote a few words from their website (www.rustyradios.com) :

“We are a small group of amateurs living in the Hertfordshire area with a keen interest in contesting, construction and /P operation. Look out for M0RRC/P!. Some of us also have interest in restoration and repair of vintage and classic equipment, while others are at the forefront of digital design and software control systems. We all have one thing in common though, and that is a genuine passion for Amateur Radio and promoting the hobby in the most positive way possible.”

The crowds arrive for Rusty Radio's first rally. Photo Mike M0ASA

One happy punter snaps-up a bargain. Photo Mike M0ASA

They wanted to run an ‘Old Fashioned’ radio rally with no computer equipment allowed. That sounded fine to us (The Southgate Amateur Radio Club) so we booked a couple of tables and turned up on the day, 30th October 2005 at Cottered Village Hall in Hertfordshire with some equipment to sell.

Much of this was what is unkindly described as 'Junk', but which is often sought-after equipment that someone has been looking for! We also had some excellent equipment from one of our members who is clearing out gear no longer required.

The photos will give you an impression of the event and the obvious interest shown by local amateurs and enthusiasts at this first attempt by the Rusty Radio group. We wish them well and hope they will be encouraged to run further events in the future.

Mike, M0ASA
The Southgate Amateur Radio Club