Saxony's Historic Mining Town Has a Radio Gem
In the shadow of Freiberg's legendary silver mines, the Freiberg Radio Club (S55) is striking digital gold. With 30 dedicated members, this club operates one of Germany's most advanced amateur radio setups - despite having no permanent clubhouse!
Their High-Tech Claim to Fame
📡 DBØFBG Station: A cutting-edge repeater/digipeater hybrid featuring:
• Echolink Gateway (Node #339990) since 2008
• VHF/UHF coverage across Saxony's mining country
• Digital modes perfect for underground experiments
Nomadic But Powerful
While lacking fixed headquarters, their two club call signs (DLØFG and DLØBED) stay active:
🏡 Home Stations: Members operate from private QTHs
🌳 Field Days: Regular outdoor activations in scenic Saxon locations
✈️ Special Events: Like their 720-contact marathon celebrating local aviation history
When & Where to Find Them
🗓️ Regular Meets: Check their website for upcoming gatherings
📻 Calling Frequencies: Monitor DBØFBG repeater for club traffic
📧 Contact: Ingo Fleischer (DL2IF) at dl2if@gmx.de
"We're like modern-day mining prospectors - but we dig for signals instead of silver," jokes longtime member [Name].
Why Radio Enthusiasts Love S55
• Rich History: Deep connections to Freiberg's technical heritage
• Innovative Spirit: Early adopters of digital linking technology
• Community Focus: Strong ties to partner cities through radio
Want to connect? Their Echolink gateway (339990) is always open for virtual visitors!
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