W5ALC - Amateur Radio Station

About W5ALC

Welcome to my amateur radio website! I'm an active ham radio operator with a passion for repeater operations and linked systems. As an administrator for the Skyhublink repeater system, I help maintain and support one of the most comprehensive multi-mode linked repeater networks in Colorado and beyond.

Operating Interests:
                    Repeater Operations
                    System Administration
                    VHF/UHF
                    Digital Modes
                    System Fusion
                    DMR
                

Skyhublink Repeater System

As a proud administrator of the Skyhublink System (N2SKY), I help support this impressive all-mode, worldwide-capable repeater linking system based in Denver, Colorado.

What Makes Skyhublink Special

Multi-Mode System

Connects analog, DMR, System Fusion/Wires-X, YSF, and Allstar repeaters into one cohesive network.

Wide Coverage

Extensive coverage across Colorado with repeaters from the Front Range to the mountains, plus connections nationwide.

Active Community

Regular nets including the Colorado Astronomy Net, SBE HAM Radio Net, Scout Net, and more.

Emergency Ready

Severe Weather Watch Network with dedicated weather rooms and Skywarn integration.

Current Wires-X Room: 09799

Please note: Skyhublink is currently on Wires-X Room 09799 and will be returning to Room 46361 soon. Check the Skyhublink website for the latest connection information.

System Connection Methods

Operators can connect to Skyhublink through multiple modes:

Analog Repeaters: Traditional FM repeaters with PL tones
Yaesu System Fusion: C4FM digital mode via Wires-X
DMR: TG310847 on Brandmeister (Time Slot 2)
YSF Reflector: 92722 US_SKYHUBLINK-DENVER
Allstar: Direct server connection
Hotspots: Pi-Star and MMDVM compatible

Key Repeater Information

Featured Skyhublink Repeaters

449.575 MHz (-) PL 103.5 Hz - Baculite Mesa Pueblo, CO
Main repeater I can be found on.

447.050 MHz (-) PL 103.5 Hz - La Veta Pass
Coverage from Pueblo To South of Walsenburg

For a complete list of repeaters, coverage maps, and real-time status, visit the Skyhublink Repeaters Page.

                Operating Tips for Linked Systems
                Wait 2 seconds after keying before speaking
Pause 2 seconds before unkeying
Leave 5 seconds between transmissions for linking
NO kerchunking - always identify properly
Long ragchews are welcome, but leave breaks for others

            

My Station

Operating Location

Pueblo, Colorado

Primary Bands

2m, 70cm

Favorite Modes

FM, C4FM/Fusion, DMR

System Administration

Skyhublink Network

As a Skyhublink tech team mamber, I'm involved in repeater coordination, system maintenance, troubleshooting, and helping operators get connected to the network. I enjoy the technical aspects of repeater systems and the community building that linked networks provide.

QSL Information

I'm happy to confirm contacts! You can QSL with me through:

eQSL

Available via eQSL.cc

Logbook of The World

ARRL LoTW participant

Direct QSL

Please include SASE

Bureau

Via ARRL incoming bureau

Get In Touch

Feel free to reach out! The best ways to contact me are:

On The Air

You'll often find me monitoring the Skyhublink system. Join one of our regular nets or just call out - I'm always happy to chat about repeaters, system operations, or anything ham radio related!