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Now, now..I know what you're going to say..."But it's not a telescope !!". And I agree on many levels. But before you boot me from the Forum, lemme explain.
The fine people of the old AF helped a few years ago to choose my last rig..and boy was she a sweet one!! The one and only Silver Surfer ! She was everything I'd hoped she would be and more.
Due to health reasons I needed a "can do just about anything" Scope that wasn't too heavy for me to set up and break down. And she was perfect ! But as such things sometimes do, my health has worsened and I found myself not setting her up for fear of dropping things. Luckily I have a great crew who lets me hang out and look through their rigs and I still get to enjoy the night sky on the regular.
But I went to check my rig one day and saw dust on the cases. Broke my heart for such a fine machine to be sitting there not getting any use. I sold it to a younger club member and it makes me so happy to get to visit it and boy, can he make it sing. Does my heart good.
So, enter the eVscope. 20 lbs, 2 peices, portable backpack. Yes, I know you can't adjust EPs and it only has 3 mag settings. But it will be great for outreach (which I do a lot of) or for when I want to just sit and wander around the sky.
So, before I hit the buy button, any feedback on any other possible choices? Ease of use and set up is paramount and I have the luxury of having other scopes to view through if I am looking for a little more control.
Help?
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Just sayin,
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The evscope is 4.5" with 450mm focal length and I believe there is an obstruction in there. The 102SLT is 4" with 660mm focal length. I'm not seeing a lot of potential power difference here. I do see the evscopes's inability to be used in any way conventionally. I don't see anything that the evscope can do that the 102SLT+ZWO can't do. Same capabilities with more options at a lighter weight at less than half the cost sounds like a no brainer to me.
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I'm thinking along similar lines especially for sharing views. I think the book is excellent covers all the bases and will facilitate thinking through the best solution for your individual requirements.
I think you can customize a solution and save a bundle compared to the evscope.
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Yeah?
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He just signed up here this week. Hopefully, we’ll hear from him very soon.
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I'm thinking of using my MK66 with the Intes 0.5x focal reducer for
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Thanks for the food for thought.notFritzArgelander wrote: ↑Fri Aug 16, 2019 4:33 am Apart from recommending the book.....
I'm thinking of using my MK66 with the Intes 0.5x focal reducer for DSOs at f6 and native f12 for lunar/planetary. I've not settled on camera but I'm looking at ZWO and Mallincam products. This would ride comfortably on the Sirius EQZ.
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Its 8.4 lbs.OBXgirl wrote: ↑Fri Aug 16, 2019 4:46 pm Any thoughts on this..it's less than 5 pounds.
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For outreach, I think that this may set unrealistic expectations to someone without such a scope (they would never be able to recreate this experience without an
As someone who has (and has had) trouble moving things around, I can appreciate wanting to have something easy to setup. That is why I am getting to a point where all I need to lift is a cover (the 10" is just about done) or open a dome (if the landscapers ever get time to come here).
If it gets you out there more, then it is all good!
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I have been thinking of the possibility of an Observatory and Pier, but I'm still tossing things around in my head.a100171 wrote: ↑Fri Aug 16, 2019 9:35 pm Personally, I'd say go for it. It looks like a nice piece of gear. What is it that Rod Mollise says about "..the best telescope.." ?? My guess is that you would use it more.
For outreach, I think that this may set unrealistic expectations to someone without such a scope (they would never be able to recreate this experience without an AP rig). I use an ETX-90 for outreach. I can't see any school-age children getting these for the Holidays.
As someone who has (and has had) trouble moving things around, I can appreciate wanting to have something easy to setup. That is why I am getting to a point where all I need to lift is a cover (the 10" is just about done) or open a dome (if the landscapers ever get time to come here).
If it gets you out there more, then it is all good!
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Because I KNOW that I am getting too old!!!
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Turns out to be a big nope. The Mount is the same weight of the last rig I had. So back to square one.Don Quixote wrote: ↑Fri Aug 16, 2019 7:56 pmIts 8.4 lbs.OBXgirl wrote: ↑Fri Aug 16, 2019 4:46 pm Any thoughts on this..it's less than 5 pounds.
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I agree with Oz on the 102SLT.
Lightweight and versatile, if you can find a aluminium tripod from a
This is my "slightly" modified 102SLT
The whole setup minus power pack still weights a bit less than 9kg (20lbs)
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Thanks Lady Fracktor.Lady Fraktor wrote: ↑Sat Aug 17, 2019 5:35 am That was going to be my question, the minimum mount you would want with that refractor is a CG-4 or EQ-3/2 so the weight adds up quickly.
I agree with Oz on the 102SLT.
Lightweight and versatile, if you can find a aluminium tripod from a EQ-1 or EQ-2 you can make a very sturdy setup.
This is my "slightly" modified 102SLT
The whole setup minus power pack still weights a bit less than 9kg (20lbs)
It really helped to see the whole rig. My friend should be getting his eVscope very soon, so I'll have plenty of time to play with it and see if I'd be happy within its performance parameters. If not, something along the lines of what everyone is recommending looks like a good solution. If I go that route I'll be coming to you for advice on your mods, if you don't mind. If someone's already got it dialed in, why not learn from their experience.
Thanks, this has helped.
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