I was talking to a friend and i told him i wanted to put an antenna on the roof and he was telling me that what he got. He's going straight for portland with one of the antenna styles you suggested. he said he gets crystal clear picture except when a train goes right by his house. Also, he's using an amplifier and i think two TVs.
so far so good. it's not impossible
i appreciate you taking time and helping me out. thank you!