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Posts Made By: Dave budlong

August 1, 2007 07:23 PM Forum: Beginning Astronomy?

What do you think?

Posted By Dave budlong
I would go with the 17mm for the ER and the comfort that comes with it. Another good reason is that it puts you right in the wheelhouse on a good mid power EP. Good luck with whatever you decide.

April 25, 2008 10:32 AM Forum: Beginning Astronomy?

STUCK

Posted By Dave budlong
Another low tech option to try, there are rubber jar opening disks that you should be able to get a grip on the ring without touching the optical surface of the filter while using. Grip firmly and twist just like opening a pickle jar if its not to bad, viola you're back in action. Good luck and I hope something works out for you.

August 26, 2008 02:34 PM Forum: Beginning Astronomy?

Andromeda and . . . . .

Posted By Dave budlong
Another couple of things to look at that are well placed in the sky and not hard to find, M81 and M82. They are circumpolar and up all year for those of us in the PNW, they might be up further south but they are generally well placed from my back yard year round. Happy Hunting and Clear Skies

November 6, 2008 03:50 PM Forum: Beginning Astronomy?

What are the advantages/disadvantages of a fast fo

Posted By Dave budlong
I think there is one other consideration to account for in my mind it jumps right out when I am thinking about a fast scope vs slower one. Given equal apeture the mount needed to operate a slower scope is more substantial(read heavier) and usually not as easy to move around, so the fast scope has the advantage of being suitable to a smaller mount and easier set up. I do realize this may or may not be a pro/con arguement for some of you, but I think it needs to be pointed out.

January 11, 2009 09:01 AM Forum: Beginning Astronomy?

What's my next step?

Posted By Dave budlong
Where do you want to be? What are your goals? I think thats the information I would ask for, before I took any further steps towards figuring out the next step.

September 30, 2005 01:10 AM Forum: Polls

Worst hurricane reporter question/s

Posted By Dave budlong
Man we watched this guy and while there was nothing humorous about the situation, this guy asked one dumb question after another. And have you seen his bowties?

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