South Georgia

Viewer's Comments

I really enjoyed viewing Part 2 of "The Mirco-Lite DXpedition" video titled "VP8GEO South Georgia 2002"  over the past weekend. James has once again shown his talents in filming and writing this latest video. As with his past videos, this is another ***** (five) star presentation showing the beauty and history of the islands. Granted this is a ham radio video, but  this video and narration can pass as a PBS program. Naturally, the video does show the Mirco-lite team setting up antennas and operating as VP8GEO. The video also includes personal interviews from the members of the Mirco-lite team. However, the main thing I noticed on this video compared to the others is the team's working relationship, not just between the Micro-Lite team, but with the crew of the Braveheart and the locals on the island. Between the operating, making friends on the island and helping free a seal from a fishing net around its neck, this video was truly enlightening to watch. It is must for anyone who collects DX videos.

-  Ted, KB8NW (Ohio/Penn DX Bulletin)

Watched parts one and two of the "Micro Lite DXpeditions" on DVD yesterday. This is the first time I have seen any of the James Brooks, 9V1YC, DXpedition videos. They were phenomenal. The quality, narration and photography are top notch. These videos go through not only the DXpedition, but some very interesting history of the islands. [VP8GEO and VP8THU]. The two videos would make a great addition to your DX media library or
a Christmas gift for you DX friends.  There are also numerous pileup sequences and in-depth interviews with the team members discussing the rather unique philosophy behind this trip."

- Bernie, W3UR (Editor, The Daily DX)

James Brooks 9V1YC does it again with his great video of VP8GEO. This was the second of the two DX hot spots the “microlite” DXpedition went to earlier this year. His video of Thule, VP8THU impressed me with the stark coldness of the island and the extreme conditions the group endured. This video of South Georgia tells the story of a beautiful Island polluted by the six derelict whaling stations and the whaling industry earlier last century. This is a great effort by a team of very experienced DXers to put a rare DXCC entity on the air and bring some of the excitement back into DXing.
Light equipment and small antennas combined with some of the world’s best DXpedtioners insured that VP8GEO and VP8THU made it into thousands of logs. The wonderful scenic photography combined with some brilliantly informed narration by the DXpeditioners makes for 45 minutes of fascinating watching. You actually feel like you are there with them at the old Husvik whaling station and on the “Braveheart” slogging through some very heavy Southern Ocean weather.

- Lee, ZL2AL

Had the pleasure of viewing the VP8GEO video for the first time this afternoon. I have to comment that you have once again out done yourself.
What a fantastic job you have done on this project. Your work combines aspects of ham radio, adventure travel, history and geography.
The music and videography are breathtaking. You really understand the medium of video and keep the viewer on multi-path
experience. I think you capture the essence of the DXpedition experience. A perfect armchair adventure. And I get to sleep in my bed each night to
boot!  I will never get to South Georgia or the other places you have chronicled, but I have been there vicariously via your work. (BTW Thank you for showing me Shackleton's Gravesite.)  Congratulations on another fine effort, perhaps your best to date. Thanks for taking me to a place I always wanted to visit, South Georgia Island. And I didn't even leave my house! - Dave N1LQ

Came this afternoon, and popped into VCR asap. Wow! Although Campbell Island remains my favorite, this one is very close. Loved the sunset clouds over the op's shoulder from bldg. Wild life; the crew freeing the Russian anchor; the comments by Allphin and by Wes, on the thrill of chasing DX, memories etc. World class production. - Mark,  N7MQ

It's been said before, but bears repeating: Your work
adds value to the hobby. It provides perspective for
both amateurs and non-amateur populations as well. Great programs for ham clubs. Informative content for non- amateur groups who have only limited understanding of amateur radio. Looking forward to the next one. Meantime, See you on the radio! - Jim, N2EA

Quick one to say thank you for the superb GEO DVD..I purchased a set of DVD's from Declan at the RSGB HF Convention last weekend. Having visited SG it was great to see again in such clarity and splendid colour. - John, G3LZQ


VP8THU es el infierno y VP8GEO el paraíso!  - Roberto, EA2RY
 

.....just great! - Setsy, JL1UXH

Just watched South Georgia video for the third time. With Shackleton fresh in everyone's mind with recent TV series it appealed to Hams and non-Hams alike. The scenery was superb as was the operating as usual. Very well done, congrats. - Mario K2MUB


Your vides are Top Quality and I regularly
show them to new and in-training hams with high marks received. - Ward, N0AX
 


Thats the first DXpedition- video I've ever seen. I found it very interesting how you combine history, DXing and the landscape...

- Ric, DL2VFR

Both DVD's were amazing, absolutely brilliant,
the picture and audio quality on the DVD format
was outstanding.  - Shaun, M0BJL


I watched the video this evening, and really did enjoy watching it. Its really interesting to "see" where my signals have gone to, and see the environment the operators were in. The landscape of South Georgia was very interesting. I stopped at San Carlos Bay in the late 80's during a forces trip and it brought back many memories.
The callsign VP8GEO will always be embedded in my head. I spent 4 days trying to break the pileup before finally getting a QSO on 30M, but it was well worth the effort. VP8THU and VP8GEO are both excellent. Look forward to the next one. - Dave, G4WFQ

The greatest thing about your filming was that it connected with the land, the animals, the sea and was a nice blend of that along with the DXpedition
part. I plan to go there sometime soon myself and that's another reason for wanting to see it. - Marc, K9PET


Fantastic!!! -  Giovanni, IZ1ANU


I have watched the VP8THU and VP8GEO DVDs and am even more excited than ever. These movies were excellent from start to finish. James did a fantastic job with editing, computer graphics, photography and getting out a great story in both of these movies. Even my wife watched them! After watching them I am
ready to go. - Gary, K9SG

The latest VIDEO (VP8GEO) was, as usual.. OUTSTANDING It is the program for us this month.. THANKS AGAIN Where y'all headed next? -  Floyd, N5FG

Fantastic! I really enjoyed it! - Nodir, EY8MM


Part II is great a 5 star project. Really enjoyed it and hope to see
the DVD version... Keep up the great work. - George, K5GH


Great quality of a great dx-pedition. - Jan, PA0JED

 


Got the VP8GEO video before Christmas, but just got a chance to
watch last night. Very well done. Love the mix of music and the lay out of the story line. Thanks again.  - Steve, N0YYI
 


 

 

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