Not much Ham Radio

I know Summer is a busy time for everyone but this year has been a blur so far. I did manage to spend some time in the shack and operate the ARRL June VHF contest . It was much ado about nothing. Had a few local contacts but missed any propagation-although there might not have been much up North even if i had been listening at the time.
We also traded My truck for a used Honda CRV so I've been busy trying to figure how My 2m rig will fit and what antenna to use. Its a hatchback so I naturally started checking into a trunk /hatchback mounting and I soon realized how expensive these are. The antenna is bought separate so that raises the price even more. After much looking and reading reviews I decided to go with the MFJ 348S mount and because I need to fit this in the garage-- ordered the MFJ 1402/B antenna which is a dual band at 16.5" tall. I don't need 70cm but maybe I will in the future and this seems to fit the bill.
The MFJ option keeps the total price to just around what some of the mount only options would be. I hope it lasts OK but at least if this doesn't work as planned the amount spent won't break the bank!
When I've had time to be in the shack,the bands seem to be less than great. Lower bands have been typical noisy Summer conditions and haven't heard much higher band openings. Might not be listening at the optimum times-oh well!
have a great summer-- longest day of the Year today- enjoy and Happy Fathers Day!
73--Tim