Heathkit cult

[TChesek@Epix.Net]

Cult, I think that IS the problem. It is a cult in the sense that it is a
relatively small group and cannot support corporate needs for profit. To me
it appears that the radio hobby is dying a slow but steady death. Parts for
older radios are harder to find, most modern equipment is unserviceable by
most of us, but more importantly we don't seem to be able to attract the
younger people. A year ago I worked with a group of people that were mainly
between 20 and 30 years old. When I talked about Ham or Antique radio they
laughed. They said why don't you use your cell phone? Even when I tried to
show them things or discuss the enjoyment of the hobby they just yawned.
Having said this I don't see what use we can be to Heath as they exist now.

Tom K3TVC

----- Original Message -----
From: "Rolf Dekleer" <rolf.dekleer at GROWTHWORKS.CA>
To: <HEATH at LISTSERV.TEMPE.GOV>
Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2004 11:44 AM
Subject: Heathkit cult


You'd think that the current Heath Company would find a way to benefit from
the near cult status they have with former kit builders and former
employees.

I'm not sure what that is, but it's food for thought.  Any ideas?

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