>>> 🐧NEW ONE WBA 2026 🐧 <<< 165DA/CMSB04 – CMSB04 – THE BALCONY OVER PORTIXEDDU (by 165DA101 Alex)/ 2 PTS (H)/3 PTS (A) / DATE: 14/06/2026 start @ 10.00 UTC / Freq. stay tuned on WhatsApp WBA news / PROVINCE 119 ( Sulcis Iglesiente )/  Historical Region HR01 ( Sulcis Iglesiente ) / Municipality B250 ( Buggerru ) 

ANT: 3 EL. SKYPPER / PW 270W / Pts(A):2POTA+1N.One=3

🥾 165DA/CMSB04: The Balcony Over Portixeddu! 11 Meters in 4×4 from Gutturu Cardaxius Plateau 🌊📡

The epic radio-trekking journey along the historic mining paths of Sardinia is picking up speed! Following our massive success on the cliffs of Planu Sartu with a roaring 162 QSOs in the logbook, the CMSB 11m On The Trail Challenge heads toward breathtaking landscapes of pine forests, golden dunes, and endless sea: it’s time for official reference 165DA/CMSB04! 🎒

This coming Sunday, operator 165DA101 Alex and his trusty plush penguin mascot Giacomino are firing up the engine of their reliable white Fiat Panda 169 4×4, ready to climb the wild ridges connecting Buggerru to Portixeddu! 🚗💨

📅 ACTIVATION DETAILS

• Official Reference: 165DA/CMSB04
• Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026
• Start Time: 10:00 UTC (12:00 CEST local time)
• Band: 11 Meters (SSB)
• Setup: Portable Activation with Panda 169 4×4 mobile base & Skypper Antenna 🔋

📍 THE CONTEXT: From Buggerru to Portixeddu

Stage 04 of the Cammino Minerario di Santa Barbara is a thrilling 9.1 km route. Leaving the old mining town of Buggerru behind, the trail goes up the striking gorge of Gutturu Cardaxius, a deep limestone canyon hosting the ruins of the historic San Tomaso and Nanni mines.

From there, the path climbs towards the high plateau through dense holm oak woods and the stunning San Nicolò pine forest, before descending toward the mouth of the Rio Mannu and the magnificent beach of Portixeddu, famous for its massive sand dunes shaped by the mistral wind.

🎙️ THE PORTABLE DEPLOYMENT: High Over the Gulf

For this fourth field day, Alex and Giacomino have selected a highly strategic and scenic radio position, located at the exact geographical coordinates: 39.4087, 8.42039.

• The Location: A spectacular natural balcony perched high on the ridges, offering a jaw-dropping 360-degree view dominating the entire gulf of Portixeddu, San Nicolò beach, and the infinite blue of the Sardinian Sea.
• Off-Road & Radio Logistics: The Panda 169 4×4 will utilize its off-road capabilities to reach this isolated panoramic spot, serving as our mobile operations base and housing the heavy battery system. Operating directly from this sheer rocky height will provide the Skypper Antenna with an exceptional ground plane and a perfect take-off angle over the water—ideal for boosting short-skip European signals and grabbing long-distance DX! Giacomino is already on the dashboard, ready to monitor the pile-up! 🐧🚗

🏆 WBA HUNTERS: Lock in Your Fourth Reference!

Every single logged stage is crucial for climbing the ranks of the World Beauties Award (WBA). Securing your contact today ensures you keep your perfect en-plein streak alive, driving you closer to the premium progressive multiplier bonuses at the end of this 30-stage journey! 🏅

🌐 REAL-TIME LIVE LOGS

No more guessing games! All contacts will be uploaded in real time straight from the field. Tune in, look for the portable station 165DA101/P, and instantly verify your QSO on the dedicated centralized platform:

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The mistral winds of Portixeddu are ready to carry our airwaves. See you on the radio frequencies, hunters!

Best 73’s and good luck from Alex, Giacomino, and the 4×4 Panda crew! 🇦🇹🐧🎙️

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