In the town best known for cava and quiet vineyards, there is another kind of vintage being preserved — one of low-band radio tradition and persistent community presence. Tucked inside the Casal de Entitats, a modest civic center at Marc Mir 15, lies the Sección de Sant Sadurní d’Anoia, led by the ever-steady Julián García Aguirre (EA3KG).
Unlike the high-profile operations of metropolitan sections or the flamboyant contesting culture found along the coast, Sant Sadurní's approach to amateur radio is unassuming. They do not boast about awards or DXpeditions. Their strength lies in reliability, accessibility, and consistency — values more aligned with municipal service than personal achievement.
This philosophy is perhaps reflective of the town’s DNA: industrious, family-oriented, and averse to waste. It is a section that quietly trains newcomers, supports local communications during civic events, and serves as a touchstone for hams in the Penedès region who prefer a measured, analog rhythm to radio life.
The president, EA3KG, is part of that increasingly rare breed of operators who still answer phone calls, who value printed schematics, and who maintain their rig like others polish a vintage SEAT 600. His leadership style mirrors the town’s sparkling export — fermented slowly, bottled with care, and served with modest pride.
In the shifting tides of the amateur radio world, where digital modes boom and remote stations proliferate, Sant Sadurní d’Anoia offers a grounded counterpoint. Here, the signal might not reach across oceans every day, but the connection — among people, over time — remains remarkably strong.
Sometimes, the most enduring signals are the ones that don’t seek to dominate the dial.
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