I'm going to buy a newt/reflector within the next month, but am stuck on which one to buy, and was wondering if I can get some insight to help with my...
Hello Donny, I had the same question when I bought my 8 inch Dob.(6 or 8?) I'm happy I went with the 8 inch simple reason is you can see a bit more out of...
Donny, if you are considering a 6" or 8" dobsonian telescope and cost isn't a serious factor, I would say the 8" is the better choice because the light gain...
Yes Rob, it is equatorial mounted 6 or 8" reflector, forgot to mention. Want to get into astrophotography later on down the road, and was told this mount will...
Remarkable picture, Rock! I never thought the average amateur astronomer would ever have such a capability in my lifetime (not that you're average or amateur...
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If you do not intend to do astrophotography, why get a Newtonian? Why not keep it simple and get the most bang for your buck? An 8" Dob will cost as much as a...
Hi Donny, My two-cents. I agree with Joe. I would definitely pick the 8-inch dobsonian. It is portable, sets up easily, and can be moved around the sky with a...
I will get into photography eventually, maybe in a year or two, (I'm in this for the looooong haul) but I never knew a dob was good for astrophotos, and is one...
I imaged Sinus Iridium on Wednesday night. It is under my folder in the photos section. Gary ... From: OAOG@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OAOG@yahoogroups.com] On...
Ahhh... the debate continues. Chris, Joe and Sanjeev have all made really good points. I know that buying a new telescope is a powerful, powerful draw, but if...
Hi Rob, The gabfest is still on for this Friday. I am going to suggest that those interested in eating before going to Timmies on Lancaster go to the Harvey's ...
Sorry Gregg and Rock but it is a ToUcam web camera stacked with Registax 4. Gary ... From: OAOG@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OAOG@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of ...
Folks ... Friday and Saturday nights were clear here in Ottawa, but the Moon was very bright in Leo and near the Meridian. Nonetheless, I wanted to get back...
Hello all, I've just updated the website and the Astroday posters are now available on the Astronomy day link. We have both B&W and colour, French and English...
Well, I'll jump in on this too for a bit here... I've got an 8" Dob and I love it for it's balance of portability, price, light gathering, and simplicity of...
Thanks for updating the web page Shane! It looks great!! http://www.oaog.ca/astro.htm As always, we encourage all OAOG'ers to download and print copies of the...
Well put Les. - Ken ... Well, I'll jump in on this too for a bit here... I've got an 8" Dob and I love it for it's balance of portability, price, light...
After reading all the replies, I've come to the conclusion I'll be getting a Dob as my first scope, most likely an 8". Kinda like the idea of getting to see...
All, What's great about observing under near full moon and downtown Ottawa? You get to cataloged everything you observe with an image. Saturday Night, I had...
Hello Rob, I used a ToUcam web camera and my 12 Meade LX200. I took a video of about 1500 images and Registax 4 to stack the good frames. Gary ... From:...
HI Joe, That Harveys is out of my way, so I will stick to the one on Mtl. road at Aviation Pkw Michi Joe Silverman <joe1silverman@...> wrote: Hi Rob, ...
Gang, I have decided to take over the ordering of OAOG clothing from Jean Dorais at least for the meantime. There is NO chance of getting this filled before...
Hello all, Astro Day is fast approaching... less than 3 weeks to go! This is our biggest annual public event of the year. In 2005, an estimated 2500+ members...
I've had one enquiry already and so everyone knows these are the same shirts we ordered in the past with a small OAOG embroidered logo. 100% heavy duty cotton...
Woo hoo! Can't wait! I was very sad to miss last years. Guess I'll have to start baking cookies soon... Hmmm....let's see....chocolate chip....peanut...
